Custom delica handle ideas ?

[Stryke]

Hi there new to the forums but love spyderco



my EDC is a delica , I think its a great knife , I prefer the weight and build of the stainless handled version , but I also love the grip of the original .



has anyone done anything interesting with the stainless to improve the grip ?



anybody got any custom ideas of what i can do to make my perfect delica ?



I also lost my clip on the original another bonus on the stainless IMHO



anyway thanks in advance Im sure some of you will have some ideas .

[The Deacon]

Welcome to the forums Stryke. You might want to take a look at the website of one of the forumites here <A HREF='http://www.geocities.com/joyce43_c/RONS ... BEL1857</A> who has done several handle mods on stainless Spydercos, including stippling and adding thin, rough side out, carbon fiber sheeting. A less permanent solution to the grip issue that has been used by some with fair success is one or another form of tape, skateboard, stair tread, and bathtub anti-slip tape have all been mentioned. Some varieties prove too rough for some, so there may be some trial and error involved in finding the best one for your personal tastes. Thin overlays of stabilzed wood might also work without adding excessive weight or bulk.

Paul

[sc_rebel1957]

Thanks Deacon <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> here's a few ideas stryke to ponder.
Mail me if I can be of assistance. thanks, Ron

Edited to say the small neck knife is and early prototype of mine ground from D-2 stock @ 61RC

Edited by - sc_rebel1957 on 3/24/2004 8:31:27 AM

Edited by - sc_rebel1957 on 3/24/2004 8:32:33 AM

[sal]

Hi Stryke. Welcome to the Spyderco forum.

sal

[Stryke]

Thanks so much for the replys , and a great link , deffinately some good ideas , actually the idea of a thin wood overlay really appeals .

SC rebel great site and great work , the carbon fiber sounds great too

Im going to have aplay and see about veneering onto stainless steel

Im a cabinetmaker by trade and am wondering why I havent thouht of this before .

Ill be sure to post some pics if i get anywhere <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>

thanks for the ideas . keep em coming .

and thanks for the welcome .