knife blades

[ronnie_kennedy]

Looking to make a couple of knives. I have some deer antlers that i would like to use for the handles, but was wondering if anyone had a site for some decent blades. Nothing too expensive as these are my first and i am new to this. Just looking for a decent looking blade at a low cost.

 

[roger fisher]

Dixie gun works, crazy crow and track of the wolf all have blades and other knife making accoutrements. Unless you are looking for something hand forged?

 

[ohio ramrod]

Smoke and fire also has a good selection of blades.Or if you want something more origional check the adds in muzzle blasts. :idunno:

 

[lonehunter]

All above are good places to look, Also check out Jantz supply, Texas Knife supply, and Sheffields Knifemakers Supply.
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[ronnie_kennedy]

Thank you guys for all the help! I am looking to make a couple of smaller patch knives. I will check out these sites

 

[Birdman]

YARD SALES, resale shops, Good Will, some antique shops will often have old carbon steel blades cheap,theres an antique place about 12 miles from me I stop at a couple times a year n sort through all the old knives.Never paid over 6 or 8 bucks for one. I often rehandle old blades to give as gifts n resale at events to cover my gas n food costs, steels usually pretty good n every once in awhile you run into some stuff that is actually nice enough to just keep for yerself.

 

[asbrown]

Yah, me too. I have bought several old carbon steel meat cleavers. They can be cut down into any shape you want, hold a good edge, are fairly easy to sharpen, and are thick enough to make a stout blade. I never pay more than 10 bucks for-em. Check the local antique shops and flea markets. It's the reason me and the old lady get along so well, I antique with her, makes her more tolerant of my hobbies.