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Offline eastcreekarchery

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Looking for a wood working knife...
« on: February 03, 2021, 01:20:16 pm »
I'm looking for a knife/knife style for chopping down staves to reduce them to near bow dimensions. I know I could use a hatchet for this but I think I can be much more precise with a chopping knife. I was inspired by Ryan Gill's chopping knife that he uses for bow building but I cant quite afford one as nice as his. I was thinking a shorter machete or bolo knife design with a thicker blade for under $60. I'm not sure where to look or if this is the right place for this post but thanks for any suggestions!

Offline Deerhunter21

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Re: Looking for a wood working knife...
« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2021, 01:25:46 pm »
I was recommended a old hickory butcher knife a while back. it seems like a good knife for the price it is.
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Offline Hawkdancer

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Re: Looking for a wood working knife...
« Reply #2 on: February 03, 2021, 01:51:46 pm »
Green River butcher knife is similar to the Old Hickoery, nut slightly heavier, I think.  A mid sized Bowie style may work.  Often you can find knives "hidden" at flea markets and pawn shops. Or maybe work a trade here.
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Offline Allyn T

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Re: Looking for a wood working knife...
« Reply #3 on: February 03, 2021, 02:31:54 pm »
You could also use a basic fixed blade knife and baton it
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Re: Looking for a wood working knife...
« Reply #4 on: February 03, 2021, 03:09:16 pm »
A good small axe is a better tool for the job. You learn how to use them with use.