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That pinning looks good! Does it sit centre of the scales?
Well done for finishing it. I wouldn't have had the patience to work through it!
You must be pleased with the result.

Hope they went a bit easier on you this time round! Looking good. Very TI.

Well, they look great. Kind've an antiqued effect. It's a solid first attempt & i'm sure you've learn't (the hard way) an awful lot. The good thing about learning the hard way is that you always...

Yes, you should've drilled it before shaping! :D

I'd avoid steaming, it shouldn't be necessary.
Ideally, they have the finish on them after drilling the pin & shaping, but before pinning, or...

If the scales are wood, & the wedge is wood, i'd recommend nothing more than a quality waterproof PVA, but if you're keen to avoid a glued wedge it's irrelevant.
If you are going to drill them,...

The pivot is the most important. They're usually drilled after the outline has been cut, but before shaping. You could simply glue the wedge in place & that eliminates the problem, or you could try...

If you bevel the scale before drilling for the pins you're going to be in for a hard time when it comes to centring the blade. I know it's a bit late to let you know that, but hey, at least you'll...