So I have recently purchased a Kamisori, and there is no wrapping on the handle (bare metal). I was wondering if anyone had any experience or ideas about what to wrap the handle in? Thanks.
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So I have recently purchased a Kamisori, and there is no wrapping on the handle (bare metal). I was wondering if anyone had any experience or ideas about what to wrap the handle in? Thanks.
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I cut two bits of wood - rounded them, covered them with crazy glue, and then crazy glued them on to the handle. Then I went to "Hobby Lobby" and bought "waxed leather twine" and wrapped it over the wood.
I'll have to take a photo, but take my word for it - it looks great.
Man I can't remember what it's called, but the traditional wrapping is almost like a whicker type thing - maybe someone will know what I am talking about. You'll need to soak that if you get some.
Nice Kami BTW
Oh and just be careful - though it may be obvious - don't use anything that isn't at least water resistant. Rust isn't your freind!
Could wrap it with a turks head knot
A Turk's Head Knot 16L3B - YouTube
Classic is bamboo. However you could use silk cord like the parachute type to get a similar effect. I use mine the way they come au natural and prefer it that way.
Interesting, thanks for the suggestions so far. I have never used one and will have to see if I like the natural metal. Its an unmarked Kamisori and I believe I got it at a good price so hopefully it is worth it.
I use waxed webbed cotton and it works really well, it keeps water away from the handle.
This may be important for me. How is the grip on that?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bayamontate
If it's anything like the waxed leather I used (and I think it is), then the grip will be one of the best "side effects." Mine grips like a king - good luck!Quote:
Originally Posted by Zipvex143258
It is sort tacky and provides a nice grip while keeping water off the actual handle. Before you proceed to install the wrapping on your Kamisori, practice on a thin handled fork or something metal and similarly shaped to determine what you want to do. There are an infinitely number of patterns and styles you can go with.Quote:
Originally Posted by Zipvex143258
There was a Japanese eBay seller selling ivy razor wrapping last year.
Try putting up razor wrap in the search settings , it still might be available.
Cheers Paul
I am going to try with some waxed cotton craft cord.
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That is a great idea, no need be wrapping and moving around a Kamisori before I know what I am doing. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bayamontate
The Kamisori in the middle has the webbed waxed cotton wrap. It has been on there for about two years and no problems.
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Beautiful pieces you have there. Thanks for the visual graphic and it looks good!
Wish this thread existed 2 weeks ago!
I wrapped my homemade kami with waxed cotton I got from tandy.
I like the way it turned out, but I'm going to look for some thicker thread and learn some fancy knotting.
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Funny... I'm thinking about unwrapping mine.
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