I really like the sycamore ... it is also my favorite top wood . Next blade i`m working on has also Sycamore as top ply ... and the blade i made for the giveaway on this forum is also sycamore top ply .
really nice white finish.
Nice looking blades.
Hi GinjaNinja. I love the latest blades you have made they are just flawless. Keep on doing what you like.This blade was made for a TTD member. It's an ayous, aramid carbon, ayous, limba composition, 6.1mm and 90g. It's essentially a W968 clone but with a larger handle. We spent quite a bit of time on this blade and several aspects were a challenge including the initials in front of the Swedish flag (on the end of the handle and not in the photo sorry) and working to pretty exact specifications throughout which was fun. The blade has one very light coat of sealer/varnish and the handle is completely natural with no sealer or varnish which was as per instructions hence the slightly 'unfinished' look.
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The handle is purple heart and maple. Purple heart is challenging to work with, very hard, heavy and gets hot easily meaning wood burn is a potential problem. However it is quite a striking wood.
Any plans to do a cork handle someday? I tried it on Donic Dotec. I liked how it feels and sticks to your hand quite a lot
Hi GinjaNinja. I love the latest blades you have made they are just flawless. Keep on doing what you like.
I planning a DIY project like the one I’ve quoted and I want you to ask you a few questions.
What are the orientation of the different layers?
What kind of glue have you used for wood and composite layers?
I am going to make two similar blades, one with white/black ALC and one with blue/black ALC.
Composition will be Limba 0.6-Ayous 0.6-ALC-Ayous 3.0-ALC-Ayous 0.6-Limba 0.6
I was thinking about using hide glue for the wood layers and an epoxy for the fibers.
Thank you for your reply, GinjaNinja!Thank you for the kind comments.
I would put the medial ply at 90 degrees to the top but I don't think this is as necessary as it is on an all wood blade. I've seen a few composite blades where the medial is on the same plane as the core and the outer. The carbon helps with strength and in spreading and dampening the vibrations. I would go for 90 degrees though.
As for glue, the only choice for the carbon is a laminating epoxy resin, you need one with a reasonable open time, nothing too short. As for the wood layers, this is your choice, I like PU and hide for all wood blades but I'd be keen to try a quality PVA for the wood on a composite as it gives a softer feel - i think Bobpuls does this so maybe he can advise to how it plays. I have made composite blades with hide glue for the wood and they work well but in a way the carbon robs it of that special hide glue feeling. Of course you can use epoxy too. It also depends on how experienced you are with hide glue, it takes quite a few goes to get it right and it can be inconsistent so I would try it on cheaper all wood blades first until you are confident. Don't waste expensive carbon!
Hope this helps. Keep us posted!
Hi Robert,And what about the glue .....
Quality D2 glue is perfect for wood layers, but go for the one which is made for rocking chair or others dynamic bounds or something like this ... This type is more elastic after it hardens . It will give you more flex and softer feel.
Normally i mix 20+8 grams but i newer use it all ... maybe half or a little bit more.... i massage the cloth until it is fully saturated and then i try to remove all not necessary resin, all others not necessary resin is removed by the wring of the press.Hi Robert,
I was waiting for your reply and thanks.
How much epoxy do you use for a blade?
Normally i mix 20+8 grams but i newer use it all ... maybe half or a little bit more.... i massage the cloth until it is fully saturated and then i try to remove all not necessary resin, all others not necessary resin is removed by the wring of the press.
Normally i mix 20+8 grams but i newer use it all ... maybe half or a little bit more.... i massage the cloth until it is fully saturated and then i try to remove all not necessary resin, all others not necessary resin is removed by the wring of the press.
Thanks guys for clarifying! What brand of Wood glue are you using? I found a Dana glue 490 D2 which I think can do the job.Same for me, I mix 27g but don't use it all. It depends on the type and thickness of the carbon fibre/hybrid.
Thanks guys for clarifying! What brand of Wood glue are you using? I found a Dana glue 490 D2 which I think can do the job.
I decided to go all in and use hide glue for both blades. Just bought a bag with 250g granulate to do the job. Wish me luck!I only use wood glue for handles, and for that I tend to use titebond or gorilla. Both work well provided you clamp properly and give them time to fully cure. I have used white gorilla glue for wood layers on a blade and that gave a secure bond. But as I said I don't like the feel.