1. to work you will need a large number of Berests. It should be dry. That's right if you sort it up in different packages depending on the thickness. The blanks for the handle are made very simple. They can be square or round. With the help of a stencil cut curly details from Berriest. All uneven sections of Beresta, of course, can be selected, but you can clean emery paper (at your discretion).
2. Hands or with the help of a sharp blade we remove a white layer from the surface of Berest. For work, it is not useful. In each workpiece, in the center, we drill a hole, the diameter of which must accurately match the rod. We sit every detail on the metal rod.
3. As soon as the rod is filled, tightly tighten the bark, and screw the nuts on the rod. The more denser you delay the Berest, the better the handle will be. The length of such a workpiece can be different, but it is optimal to consider 110-130 mm.
4. Stage of cooking. Put the handle in a deep saucepan. Cooking handle needed 2-3 times to 20-35 minutes. After each cooking, carefully take out the handle, and continue to pull the nuts. Ultimately, the length of the handle will become no more than 90-95 mm. The cooking process helps Beste together. This is due to a large number of tar in it. Dry handle best on fresh air or the balcony in the clumsy form.
5. After the workpiece is dry, carefully remove the nuts and remove the rod. The blank can be made of well-dried wood. For gluing blanks and blanks, use epoxy resin. This is a very durable and reliable material.
6. The final stage - giving the form. You can work on turning machine Or take advantage of sandpaper. Beresta absorbs almost nothing, so the painting or coating of the product is a useless occupation.

How to prepare Beresto for knife handle. Beresta blank. Beresta for knife handle. Beresto can not be prepared at any time, but only during the period of the coilment. The timing of the billets of Berriests differ slightly in different geographic zonesOn average, it is mid May - mid-July. The earlier spring comes, the sooner the timing of the blanks. People who are engaged in BERSTIA, have true sign: As the dandelions began to fumble and bloomed a rosehip, it is time to harvest the material. At this time, birch leaves are already gaining strength, and not get birch juice. Later, Beresty grows to the Luba and it becomes impossible to separate it. Conduct the workpiece in the woods, where the planned cutting of the trees are scheduled. Previously need to agree with representatives of leshozes. For billets, you need to choose a sunny day without precipitation. So, the workpiece starts with an inspection of birch. Choose trees with a more or less smooth barrel, with a minimum amount of bitch and without corrosion.

Very decorative bearers from the fallen and a little birching birches. You can remove Beresto at any time without problems.

Make a vertical incision of the bark of a knife-jammer to the depth of the Beresto layer (1-2 mm) to the Luba (this is the bottom layer of birch bark) and two horizontal notches on top and bottom of the outbreak:

Then you need to pose the edge of the reservoir of Berestov and start gently shoot it

If the deadlines are chosen correctly, Beresta literally itself separated from the tree

In places where Beresta grows to the Luba with bits, carefully cut into a knife. Birch S. large quantity bitch, warts should be avoided

Beresto brought from the forest must be dried. To do this, it is laid down under a canopy in 1 layer in withdrawal (white face) down. I sushi Beresto in the attic

After the berst will finally dry, the layers are folded into the packs, so that Beresta was a "face" to the "face" and compress the pack with sticks and ropes

How to prepare Beresto. Beresta blank. For the knife knob from Berestov with their own hands.

Perfect Beresta practically does not exist. Therefore, it is necessary to remove all irregularities and roughness with an external (white) side of Beresta with the help of a knife.

Beresta to winter . For the knife knob from Berestov with their own hands. Beresto regime in small squares with old birches. It is thicker, every bark tree has its own color. Houses from Berestov from both sides, we consider extended dirt and remnants under the bierrist layer. Cut on rectangles across and along the black streaks. Drilling or cutting the center I am a used template. Then we put on the centering stud alternating the light dark beert, and alternate rectangles with the direction of the residences. Be sure to lubricate the plane of the clamp otherwise, then to tear off Beresto.

You need to take a central heel without a thread, and then all this will have to drive on the thread to take out.

Tighten the clamp to the maximum but delicately and then the hairpin is bursting

Boiling minutes 20-30 can be longer, but then Beresta will begin to darken. Take all this business and tighten on hot. We repeat the procedure 2-3 times

Then I dry by me to dry the day. 4. Do the trigger oils that have been standing out when cooking and grinding glue Berert's better adhesive adhesives, not to break through the strata of Berestors and that with difficulty. Then I spread the clamp, take a central stud on the sluff process the edges of the workpiece.

The layers are pressed so that if even on Berrés, there are on the dark lump of the irregularities of Lopin after crushing in this way they will disappear. Therefore, you can take Beresto with very old birches.

Such blanks put on non-through installation until now it does not even think it is stratified. In the fortress is not inferior to the woods.

Each of us sooner or later a knife appears without a handle. It can be thrown out, or to arrange a budget lesson for several weekends and weekdays ... And that's what can happen!

Once I was given a decorative knife of Chinese masters. For a long time, the deformity did not live, but instead of urn, I decided to make a simple chopping knife and sent the remaining blade to torture: I pulled out, I went, let go, polished, drilled holes for fasteners ... The story is not about the blade, so "we are going on."
At the cottage, pieces of spire pear were selected (or apple trees - I don't remember already), in the nearest forest there was a sodaned birch ...
The rusties were waged on the recipes of masters in a salt solution with coniferous sawdresses and download branches, after which they sucked. These recipes can be easily found on the Internet, so I will not stop on the details.
The first thing was sharpened by the Britis. The response is drilled in it regular drill According to the metal in the size of the shank, given the time not slipping, it was not turned and put on tight. A little epoxy for strength and voila!




Beresto was decided to glue immediately on the shank - so that the villages are tight.
The outer edge cut out with scissors, the inner span of a knife. Beresta was laying for several months in a dry room, but remained elastic, if you can say so, so it did not expose it to any additional processing.
Several tips:
1) the outer edge of the bark billets do not try to make the handle as close as possible to the form of the handle - during the action, then everything will go without any problems, but they do not miss the size;
2) Bresh billets It is important to have the fibers in different directions so that the handle keeps the load in all directions;
3) The more accurately carved the inner hole, the better - over time it will not give the backlash and will not scroll.




On an ambulance hand made from undergraduate materials simple clamp (Budget for consumables is ridiculous), the blade to avoid pollution is wrapped with a painting ribbon (sticky side to outside so that the glue does not stay on the blades.
Bristian blanks can soak half an hour in hot water And simply send under the press, but I decided not to wet, but missed all the waterproof PVA (when the PVA with Bershest is scratched, such a charming smell is given!) And sent to the clamp.



In the blank, the hole was also made by the hole "in the bunch". It was planted a blank planted on epoxy, after which the formation of handles began. The process is simple: we take a drill (it is important that the turnoves can be placed relatively small), a rubber nozzle with velcro, emerate circles of different graininess and make what was conceived!
I sat down very firmly, but since the holes were already drilled, I had to go to the copper wire as planned in advance (I took the hammer and zadolbil - the edges themselves flattened, and repelly removed the emery).
Final stage - Polishing felt.




Beresta is a durable material, but the tree is desirable to further process something. It is better to do it in advance, but I did not know that.
In various forums, in different ways, I describe the process of the shaft of the handle with Cookie - do not believe anyone: Beresta darkens from wax (the photo shows a small spot near the thousands), and if you are wrapped with scotch, then when unwinding you can damage it to it.
I decided to act the most simple and fiscal ( linseed oil dries / polarized long, teak oil or special impregnations You need to look, yes, and they are probably not no one else) - bought a piece of wax in the market at the market, threw in a jar, melted in a water bath and held it, heated the workpiece, until the air stops, after which he fired (right with the remnants wax) soft cloth.
Now you can remove the scotch from the blade and sharpen.




On each fruit tree There is a place where the gardener cuts off annually by a worthless escape, as a result of which a bump-thigh is formed on the branch / trunk. This thief is called Suwel - the perfect piece of wood for needlework, for in the context gives an amazing drawing.
I got a combuary in the wavy fibers, and the tick is all in the bugs of the bitch. There was one big and black bitch on the center of the center in the center, but I decided to leave, and he, the infection, when heated was gone in the side ...



Photographed on a file, so the quality of polishing and drawing of the area is unlikely to be evaluated ...



Because of the shape of the knife and personal beliefs, the sheath decided to do not be desired, and besides, with a guard of a koburn type. Everything went four evenings.
The process is simple: the waterproof PVA from three layers of Berestov front part, rear and edge into the center and under the press.
Usually, the barking sheaths make "invalid" outward, but I had a very beautiful best, so I did not turn over - it went through a thin layer of PVA for safety and that's it.
From a piece plastic cornerremaining when installing windows, made a blank in the size of the blade, inserted between the workpieces and glued them with each other. After drying, leveled and stuck the edges.


The last day - drilled holes and flashed a bunk needle.
IMPORTANT: Do not drill "under beer" - it can be as crooked as I have.
Tip: The ends of the threads are easy to hide inside, if one wrap around the other, and then stick to the hole, from which he (the first tail of the thread) went out and tightened. Then we cut from both sides and everything (although you can still drop glue into the hole).
Since almost everything was done from what was in the garage (I bought only a nut and wax), the budget of the crafts came out ridiculous.
And most importantly: if you decide to make a knife yourself, be sure to familiarize yourself with the legislation on this topic!
Do not judge strictly - this is my first knife and sheath. ;-)

An important piece of knife is handle. And not only its form, but also the material from which it is made. A frequently used material for the manufacture of the handle in Russia is a berson - affordable, reliable and practical. Handle from typical birch allows you to use knives in field conditions And in the frost and in the heat because of the low thermal conductivity of Beresta and its velvety.

Beresta is one of the most common materials for the production of knives in Russia.

High water repellent properties of Berestov allow you to make knives handle without additional impregnation. The reason for this is a large number of children contained in it, among other things, gives it and some disinfectant properties, thanks to which Beresta does not rot. Perhaps, the development of unwanted microorganisms on the surface of the handle is also inhibited. But the manufacture of a typical birch handle requires care with each layer and in each operation.

Beard before use, it is necessary to carefully clean

First of all, it is necessary to carefully clean each piece of Beresto from the White Layer with front face and cork layer with internal. To do this, you can use a metal brush or a sharp knife to scrape unnecessary layers. When the handle is set, it should be remembered that each next piece of birch should be perpendicular to the previous one. Beresta goes into the bath with water with a small addition of PVA glue for a while, to impart elasticity.
The briquette thus glued from Berriest will retain its environmental properties.

Little briquettes are collected, about 10 - 15 millimeters thick, of which it is then a full-sized handle on PVA glue. And again, the cloak of barks with a different glue or impregnation with oil or varnish "kills" everything heat insulating properties Berests. Yes, and Beresta itself becomes fragile, begins to sharpen. Enjoy the barking handle to the touch. Exceptional material is soft and warm, and very beautiful.

Try yourself).

Without a reliable convenient handle, even the most spaced blade will be unsuitable in conditions real life. And be it even three times with sharp and durable, but the benefits will be released no more than from the goat of milk. From this obvious statement it is not difficult to conclude that the formula good knife It consists of two uncomplicated components: high-quality blade plus an ergonomic handle. When choosing material for handle The knife must first decide where and how the knife will be used. Depending on the spectrum of work performed by a knife, the appropriateness of the use of a particular material changes. For example, bristian handles perfectly show themselves in the hands of fishermen, but hitting the service to hunting lovers, immediately pass positions and inferior wooden handles.

Everything possible materials The handle can be divided into three large groups:

1. Organic materials (vegetable origin and animal origin);
2. Inorganic materials;
3. Artificially created materials.

Organic materials of plant origin include various wood species, Beresto and Cap. In assessing all the positive and negative qualities of the above materials, it should be borne in mind that an important role is played by the quality of processing and observance of the rules of operation of the knife. In other words, before finally and irrevocably disappointed in a particular material, it is worth critical to evaluate the benignness of the manufacture of a particular knife and soberly analyze whether the tool was used in unsuitable conditions.

Handles of wood

In the realities of not stopping scientific and technological progress, such properties of wood as durability and wear resistance can no longer remain decisive when choosing materials for the manufacture of handles. Since there is a sufficient amount alternative materials Artificial origin, which are capable not only to compete, but also to be ahead of wood for a number of qualities associated with wear resistance, durability and reliability. However, most artificial analogues of wood wins with its unmatched beauty of the texture. Sometimes to obtain a particularly saturated shade, ready-made handles pass by acid injury.

In addition, the tree is widespread material, and therefore publicly available. Of course, it's not about different exotic breeds, and excavating prices on the handle from similar Flora Samples. In addition, it should be borne in mind that some of the inrogen rocks are poorly transferred climatic conditions Our stripes. It should be revealed to identify the possibility of problems with a wooden handle from exotic wood.

In addition to affordable and enjoyable external view The handles from the tree are distinguished by a relatively low weight.
Not polished mirror wooden handle sits reliably in hand and has a good clutch with palm. Such a knife will not slide in hand, which is definitely a plus in the piggy bank handles made of wood.

Depending on the porosity and the degree of humidity of one or another, the hygroscopic properties of the material change. I am expressed by a simpler language, the tree has the ability to absorb moisture. This can be viewed both plus and minus at the same time. One side wooden handle Can absorb the surplus of sweat. On the other hand, there is a threat to swelling the material and the deformation of the handle. This can also include a dermole, which also leads to changes in the size of the knife handle. And for incorrect leaving All of the above can lead to warping and cracks. Most often, in order to reduce the hygroscopicity of the handle treated with enamels, varnishes and oil paints.

From other material, the tree is also characterized by the fact that it is anisotropic. Simply put, the impacts applied along and across the fibers of wood will give various results. Wood along the fiber is more vulnerable to mechanical effects. That's why handles of wood Additionally strengthened with metal parts, reinforce the strength of the product.

The following item is the thermal conductivity of the tree. Wood has a bad thermal conductivity, which is why it is used for the insulation of the premises. In the case of a knife handle, it works exclusively in positive side. No wonder handles of wood Called "warm." Heat hands transmitted wooden surface Handles, and for a long time remains on its surface. Such a knife can easily work in the cold season.

Depending on the humidity of the tree, its electrical conductivity changes. It is not difficult to guess that the raw wood is, the more dangerous to work with things subject to current.

In medium latitudes, many varieties of wood traditionally use, including soft coniferous breedsSo deciduous: pine, cypress, cedar, juniper, larch, fir, spruce, ash, oak, elm, chestnut, maple, birch, nut, etc. In addition, active use is a number fruit trees: apple tree, plum, pear, apricot. Handles of wood fruit trees are distinguished by beauty and hustyness. Similar handles from oak or birch will be much easier. Separately, it is worth noting the maple, which is highly valued for a unique pattern of texture - "bird eye". Manufacturers of knives did not bypass their attention and shrubs, among which the most brightly presented: heather, lilac, male and hawthorn.

To consider separately all the variety of rocks is devoid of any meaning, so consider only a few of the most famous.

Oak - The usual, traditional material for our country. There are two hundred species of oak. From classic oak with a brown texture that gives a gray-green tint, to the oak red with a wood punch color. Oak wood is distinguished by durability and wear resistance. It is pretty simple in processing, dry without any problems, is easily grinding, calmly covered with varnishes and paints. Oak wood durable, it is difficult to split, but it is easy to overtake. Oak, in contrast to many other breeds, is badly free.

Nut - It is considered a valuable rock that has an inimitable texture with an expressive pattern of fibers. Walnut wood is durable, firm and decently weighs. Walnut resistive resists rotting and steadily responds to almost all transformation external environment. Walnut wood is something like the color of the oak, but is distinguished by the lack of a greenish shade, which is so inherent in almost all the varieties of oak. Over time, the nut has the property to darken, it is believed that over the years it becomes more than noble color. In addition to decorative properties, the nut is famous for strength and ease of processing. Moisture walnut handle Not afraid, but everything is somewhat worse with fire. Although it directly depends on the quality of product processing.

Wenge - Exotic African tree growing mainly in the tropics. Wenge Weden is heavy, hard and well transfers pressure test. Among other things, the handle from Wenge is practically not subject to fungus and insects. Mature tree is known for its golden brown and black streaks. Wood texture is large and has a memorable smooth pattern. Wenge wood pores full minerals And oils, so the tree is poorly polished. To solve this problem, a fracturing technology is used, which replaces the coating of varnish or polishing. Wenge wood color may depend on the place in which the tree has grown. Handle from Wenge Capably makes colossal loads. The bright patterns, the contrasts of the golden tree with black stands of residences will not leave indifferent even the most picky esthete.

Bubega - Another tree growing in Equatorial Africa. The main colors of wood combines many shades from red-brown to violet. On the total flower background there are dark stripes folding into a fascinating pattern. Wood is firm enough and durable, without any problems, gives in polishing. The handles from the boobing are most likely heavy, but it can be firmly confident in its foundation and solidity.

Handle from cab

In the manufacture of the handle are used not only traditional species Woods, but also kapa. A cap is called the threats in the form of a bowl resulting in trees due to a crossing of certain circumstances. Usually, the appearance of the CAPA leads sharp changes in the development of wood, they can be worn both natural and anthropogenic character. Masters of knife business, joiners and other artisans for a long time appreciate the cap for its strength and charming beauty. Cap stands on one stage with valuable breeds Woods that are actively used in decorative purposes. Figure Texture Capa is the most complex interweaving of the annual layers and the cores of sleeping kidney. Each cap is unique and unique, fibysmagoric images and visions are born in unpredictable interlacing. Handle from cab - This work of art.

Most caps can be divided into two groups:

1. Anomalous wood. In this category, a variety of outcrops can be included. The texture will be brighter than that of ordinary wood, but not so expressive, like a kapa from the kidneys.
2. Sleeping kidney. This type of kap is different huge number Bugorkas, which turned the kidneys. They create truly magnificent ornaments and are highly appreciated by masters.

The main complexity is the search for a suitable Capa. Therefore, more often you can meet decorative lining on the handle, and small parts. However, there are lucky ones with a knife with handle from cab.

Handle from Beresti

And finally, leading a conversation about wooden handles, It is worth mentioning about Bester. Which is an integral part of our culture. We all know well what the berst looks like, white, grayish or pinkish-brown bark of the very symbolic tree of our immense homeland. Beresta was used in Russia from time immemorial. It could be found everywhere: in construction, in the form of the material of the diploma, home utensils and various crafts. From Berestov got the deadline, which had an extensive spectrum of application.

Light knife S. handle from Berestov Will be afloat, so similar products are very appreciated by fish. A little replete surface of the handle will not give the hand to slip. Among the many advantages of birch bark are also the fact that Beresta does not spend electricity.

But set handles from Beresti Possess some minuses, including a flammability and a tendency to march. Partially the problem of pollution can be solved by treating with linseed oil.

The manufacture of handles from Berriest requires patience and careful approach. The process is carried out manually and requires a lot of effort. But each product is environmentally friendly and in its kind unique.