ZKK
6 May 2015, 06:46
Many here know about my medical issues limiting my ability to make knives. I am making a few here and there to survive for now. I am determined to get healthy again and have insurance and a team of heart doctors and lawyers helping. So with time I should be back on my feat.
When able to make blades full again I want to concentrate on the Brain Breacher line of portable breaching tools. These are not "tactical tomahawks" they are purpose made breaching tools. I want to get these in the hands of first responders, military, leo's any concerned citizen who is serious about being prepared. These are life saving tools.
I know there are many here that have years of experience and I trust your opinions. Please can I get your input? I know there is limited ability to judge something of this nature without actually using it. However, if you have any suggestions or critiques I would greatly appreciate your input?
I am planning on making more this summer. All field testing has come back with great results. The only change as of now is that I will be using black oxide 1/4" nut and bolt. These won't look as nice as the standoff and buttonhead screws but will be extremely strong.
They are made from 1/4" 1095 heat treated to 55rc, this is softer than knives, this allows for a higher degree of pliability in the steel. They undergo a cryogenic treatment. 1095 is very strong. I will have them black oxide treated and do the tiger strip finish also. I may try a couple other "coatings" in the future but I don't think anything will hold up to the use these are made for.
Not sure when I will be able to get these out as my health is still not very good ad I am basically penniless. Looking at it as time to plan for production. Thanks guys
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/004.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/004.jpg.html)
Limited holes for strength
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/00539.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/00539.jpg.html)Mod1
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0012-6.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0012-6.jpg.html) The Mod 1 is the largest and still very portable.
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0072-3.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0072-3.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0013.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0013.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0112-5.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0112-5.jpg.html)Mod2
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0243.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0243.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0302.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0302.jpg.html)Mod3
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0063.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0063.jpg.html)
When able to make blades full again I want to concentrate on the Brain Breacher line of portable breaching tools. These are not "tactical tomahawks" they are purpose made breaching tools. I want to get these in the hands of first responders, military, leo's any concerned citizen who is serious about being prepared. These are life saving tools.
I know there are many here that have years of experience and I trust your opinions. Please can I get your input? I know there is limited ability to judge something of this nature without actually using it. However, if you have any suggestions or critiques I would greatly appreciate your input?
I am planning on making more this summer. All field testing has come back with great results. The only change as of now is that I will be using black oxide 1/4" nut and bolt. These won't look as nice as the standoff and buttonhead screws but will be extremely strong.
They are made from 1/4" 1095 heat treated to 55rc, this is softer than knives, this allows for a higher degree of pliability in the steel. They undergo a cryogenic treatment. 1095 is very strong. I will have them black oxide treated and do the tiger strip finish also. I may try a couple other "coatings" in the future but I don't think anything will hold up to the use these are made for.
Not sure when I will be able to get these out as my health is still not very good ad I am basically penniless. Looking at it as time to plan for production. Thanks guys
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/004.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/004.jpg.html)
Limited holes for strength
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/00539.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/00539.jpg.html)Mod1
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0012-6.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0012-6.jpg.html) The Mod 1 is the largest and still very portable.
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0072-3.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0072-3.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0013.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0013.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0112-5.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0112-5.jpg.html)Mod2
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0243.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0243.jpg.html)
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0302.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0302.jpg.html)Mod3
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t347/johnleehomicide/0063.jpg (http://s514.photobucket.com/user/johnleehomicide/media/0063.jpg.html)