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  1. 26th September 11, 08:54 AM #1
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    DIY Dirk

    This started life as an $18 regimental pipers dirk. With a little time and work this is what it became. Sorry for the pictures. I used my cell phone to take them.





  2. 26th September 11, 09:07 AM #2
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    You've got to tell us what all you did to it.
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  3. 26th September 11, 09:15 AM #3
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    Well.....

    I sanded the plating off of the brass parts.

    I shortened the handle and sanded it smooth except for the deepest grooves.

    Made the plate and knob for the top.

    Stained it and replaced the silver tacks with brass ones.

    Recovered the sheath.

    I think that was everything.
  4. 26th September 11, 09:47 AM #4
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    Great Job ,as all ways ,how do you find a Dirk for $18.00?
  5. 26th September 11, 09:53 AM #5
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    You're a versatile fellow, that's for sure! Brilliant job.
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    I think I got it off of ebay a number of years ago.
  7. 26th September 11, 01:25 PM #7
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    Very nice work; would have never guessed it started off life as such an inexpensive piece.
  8. 26th September 11, 06:57 PM #8
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    Nice job ,its great when rework turns out the way tou want
    I'm an 18th century guy born into the 20th century and have been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

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  9. 26th September 11, 08:28 PM #9
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    Re: DIY Dirk

    Nice work, Harold!
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