mercredi 21 mai 2014

The Wood For Knife Handles

By Arline Bradley


Knife handles that are made of wood have been used already long time ago since it was invented. Woods are usually organic, comfortable to hold, warm to touch and can be last for a long time. Handles made of woods are utilized in many ways. The wood for knife handles has always been the standard.

Handles made of woods will last long. They are durable, and can hold curves and sections such as points without breaking it. They are also attractive. There are makers of knives that uses a stable lumber to lessen the movement of the handle of the knife.

It is necessary to know the different kinds and types of shanks for knives. It is generally made up of hardwood that mostly from trees that sheds many leaves annually. Mostly, they produce flowers when their leaves are already gone during winter. These are good in quality because it has a density and strong enough for penetration.

Another are softwoods that came from trees that produces cones and scale leaves. These trees are the origins of these softwood. These have needles and cones that made it tougher . It also depends on the specie and the quality it has to be a good source for knife handles.

Sometimes, people will have doubts on the best part in making knife handles. It is from the innermost part of the trunk where the minerals and other special substances are present. These substances make the wood to be thicker and will not easily be decayed because of its composition. It is durable and solid.

There are already many species that are found in most forests. You can choose a the kind of specie in the ebony family. Every species are circulated and delivered in every part of the world. This is a good source for most knives handle manufacturers.

In comparing two different kinds of wood, you cannot really tell their difference. Mostly, it has the same feature and the same variations. However, each of them has their own uniqueness that only an expert can notice it. Each kind of lumber has their own pattern and features that could provide the best quality.

If you are thinking to use stabilized woods, you should first know its features. Most stabilized woods are weak. However, if you used a better kind of stabilized wood such as redwood burl, it can create a a unique color, plasticized lumber and will last for longer times. These are for kitchen used because it is a waterproof type of knife handle.

It has also different priced for each type. The price depends on the lumber and the availability of the supply. If the cut is smaller, then the price depends on how much is the pound for each lumber. There are expensive lumber and a cheaper one. The cost does not always depend on the hardness and durability of the handle. You also consider the cost for the expendable and of course the evaluation on how it was made.




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