Big lots Hobby knife kit - Tiki Carving

A AlohaStation Tiki Socialite So FL Joined: Sep 27, 2004 Posts: 2434	A AlohaStation Posted posted on Fri, Jul 29, 2011 8:23 AM I've used similar handles - you get what you pay for. I have always had issues with breaking or wearing out handles - especially Xactos. I have been searching for a better mechanism with the same feel. The issue was that they are all made of aluminum and when you are using them like I do the alum tends to bend or lose its grip. I recently found OLFA handles, they have their own good and bad points. The #11 blades don't sit as deep making the blades prone to snapping. However the mechanism is made from brass and designed for a stronger hold. Slight mods will be made to satisfy my specific needs. Their priced similar to the comfort grip Xactos. http://www.olfaproducts.com/SPD/olfa-ak-4-olfa-precision-art-knife--8FA0000-1144435024.jsp [ Edited by: AlohaStation 2011-07-29 08:53 ]

I've used similar handles - you get what you pay for.

I have always had issues with breaking or wearing out handles - especially Xactos. I have been searching for a better mechanism with the same feel. The issue was that they are all made of aluminum and when you are using them like I do the alum tends to bend or lose its grip. I recently found OLFA handles, they have their own good and bad points. The #11 blades don't sit as deep making the blades prone to snapping. However the mechanism is made from brass and designed for a stronger hold. Slight mods will be made to satisfy my specific needs. Their priced similar to the comfort grip Xactos.

http://www.olfaproducts.com/SPD/olfa-ak-4-olfa-precision-art-knife--8FA0000-1144435024.jsp

[ Edited by: AlohaStation 2011-07-29 08:53 ]

Post #599803 by AlohaStation on Fri, Jul 29, 2011 8:23 AM