Thread: How to: Washerless Pins

I wanted to get a different look from my pins so I've been experimenting with using no washers and simply pinning the rod into the scales. This is actually how many peens on knife handles are done and I'm happy to report I've manipulated it for razors.

Tools:
Drill
1/16th drill bit
#6/0 Tapered Reamer

1/16th in rod stock
Sandpaper

1) Drill the 1/16th in hole in the scales just like you normally would.
2) Use the tapered reamer to expand the diameter of the hole on the outside of the scale.
3) Cut rod to length. You'll want about 1/16th extra length than what the length of the final pin will be. File flat after cutting so you get a good work surface.
4) Peen just like a normal pin but be careful to not hit the pin too hard or miss or you can risk cracking the scales.
5) Sand or file the pin down flush and it should look something like this.