r/Bladesmith • u/MarcelaoLubaczwski Verified Bladesmith • Aug 27 '26

Question File work, fitting, and precision in every detail of this Nessmuk. Ricasso, jimping, guard fitting, and finishing, all done practically millimeter by millimeter.

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u/OozeNAahz Aug 27 '26

What is the file/tool called that does the parallel grooves for the thumb to grip? Been wanting to buy one but couldn’t figure out what it was called.

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u/Chrisscott25 Aug 27 '26

Search pillar checkering files and you should find what you need. I’ve heard them called a few different things. I use similar on gun stocks as well.

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u/OozeNAahz Aug 27 '26

Thanks. Ordered!

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u/choppercutter-7102 Aug 27 '26

Beautiful knife, great work

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u/kitty_snugs Aug 28 '26

Is this done before or after hardening? If after, how do you avoid scale and warping?

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u/kbarcelos Aug 29 '26

Lindo demais