How To Dye Micarta Knife Scales

[@dan9132]

This reminds me of pvc primer. Maybe I’ll try some of that since I already have it.

[@HeadBassVTEC]

wow, that stuff is potent when I saw how dark the scales were I could not believe that is the base color you will be dyeing the sandpaper definitely made them lighter but still I could not beleive how well that dye covers maybe even too well as you lose that micarta "textured look" where you have both the light & dark places the result color is so uniform that it looks more like G10 than micarta

[@dannyhensley983]

I use that type of leather dye and I use paint thinner to lighten it

[@robotpicnic6508]

Use "Rit dyemore for synthetics" for micarta and g10. It works much better than the rit for all fabrics. Also it only takes 15 to 30 seconds to get a deep color. Permanent also.

[@dan9132]

Acrylic paint sealer might be worth a try for stabilizing the dye. It adds no color, but prevents color bleeding.

[@eriklambert3809]

The exact video I needed 🙌. I want to do the dark faded denim look. I also want to do something to all 3 scale types. I think the black blade too.

[@samjones9600]

Thank you so much for this, I'm going to try diluting the dye, to get mixed shades.

[@jakk9278]

Just watched your tutorial. Yours by far was the best. How is the color holding up. And did micarta bleed when is was wet. Thanks

[@Uriah_Lost]

I paused and I'ma say.... Red. No, blue. Either way that is awesome community engagement. I don't usually post but that was clever enough to get one.

[@DaDirtyBoyz187]

Try adding some white vinegar to the rit dye during the process. I saw OCD4EDC do it and he mentioned it helps the dye penetrate the g10. Also, I’m sure you’re aware, use synthetic rit dye

[@strauchdieb1851]

Nice video, I tried it by myself with my Esee Izula II with black dye, it looks awesome and comes of to my hands just a little, I will wash ist again and dry in the sun.

[@bladesandedc]

Yea sometimes you have to rinse and dry a couple times,

[@southside1975]

I was thinking about clear coat after very light coat. I tried dying my FRN Manix rex 45 it's white and the dye wouldn't stick at all.

[@phdeez565]

Purple goes with the black blade much better.

[@llamokk]

Do you have any update if this dye method is staying on or does it come off with time and use? Thanks and Rgds

[@bladesandedc]

It has half the color pretty well, but has slightly faded over time.

[@llamokk]

@@bladesandedc Thanks Alot for the Feedback much appreciated. So half gone already?

[@derrapf]

@@llamokk I did the same with a white/black Mikarta and dyed it red. Looked pretty well, but the color comes of once the handle is used. Especially if you touch it with oily hands or if it comes in contact with any kinds of alcohol. So I wonder if I could seal it somehow. Tried Resoline, but that has the same weakness against physical wear, oils or alcohols..

[@DrBlazer50]

Oh man, that looks excellent. I have some dark grey micarta scales, it's not black, in a knife that I always wanted to be a nice dark purple exactly like yours here in the video because the frame and blade are black DLC coated and I think dark purple and black go together incredibly well. I don't think I'll need to lighten the color of the dark grey micarta scales, but I am interested if you've had any luck with your idea on how to handle the black micarta scales.

[@homunculus777]

Interested in finding out what you learned about bleaching micarta.

[@bladesandedc]

It does not work well. LOL

[@JasonLeeDeeCee]

Are you using the dyemore synthetic dye? I’ve used this on micarta, g10 and many others with complete success. No fading or color wiping off or anything. I don’t do anything special other than rinse with cold water and seem to lock in the color better. You probably saw on my IG but I just died these same scales with blue AND purple fading dark to light to dark and it came out pretty well. Better then my not so great photos can show lol

[@bladesandedc]

I am using the stuff at the link below and it works very well. These scales didn't turn out as dark as I wanted them so I am gonna mix some purple with a little black to get more of a plum color and re dye them.

[@JasonLeeDeeCee]

@@bladesandedc I just meant were you using the synthetic dye for your previous dye jobs, as you were saying it wasn’t holding color well.

[@LeviathanSeaOnions1]

You rock! Exactly the info I was looking for. Thank you and thank Julio!

[@SteppingR]

dye black micarta to a brighter color works also ?

[@MattTheHewer]

How did the colour last?

[@CorvetteTrev]

Will that dye over a black tool handle ? Thanks

[@RedsoxNation07]

Hmm, ill go with navy blue I needed this video!!!! That's crazy, we all know you hate purple 🤣🤣🤣 Black and purple for sure! Looks great!!!

[@mattmanzano51]

I think you are doing blue! I want to dye some micarta scales blue, so I'm watching intently!

[@jibbelynibblets2905]

would the sanding get dark black micarta light enought to dye blue? or do i have to bleach them

[@bladesandedc]

You may get a little color to take. It will be dark but you should still see the color.

[@RockCowles]

What are the knives? Did I miss it? PE1?

[@bladesandedc]

Yea this one is the PE1.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

I was wondering the same. Great job and thanks for the video.

[@NuqmanNasharuddin]

what knife is that

[@xtreme_survival7879]

does this dye work with G10?

[@sencerr226]

I'm thinking you're gonna go with purple 🤔 Hell yea!! I knew it lol

[@andrewhaley8992]

I’m sorry, what knife is that? Thanks for the video.

[@bladesandedc]

That’s the Qvist Bladeworks Variant PE1

[@averycanicus6092]

Thanx

[@bladesandedc]

If you are thinking about dying some Micarta check out my most recent video on the Pena Bravo.

[@ronfry5851]

The skills would look that color cool that color gold whatever that your gloves you're turning

[@llamokk]

Thanks for the Video i come from Dyeing my TwoSun TS129 with Purple Rit Dye (synthetic) and the result was pretty bad. This here looks awesome. Did it come off meanwhile or does it stay on?

[@bladesandedc]

Did you try to do it on carbon fiber?

[@llamokk]

@@bladesandedc Nonono there is a new Version in Micarta 😅

[@illmannered1]

What knife is that?

[@bladesandedc]

That is the Qvist Variant PE2 and its a fantastic knife. You can pick them up at Urban EDC Supply. bit.ly/3DcgJtJ

[@JorDangerous907]

How does it look 7 months later? What does it look like if you wipe the leather dye with alcohol??

[@bladesandedc]

It faded a little over time, but has held the color pretty well. After you rinse it with water and let it dry a little will come off with alcohol. It won't come off on your hands or anything like that.

[@Morrisedc83]

How bad does it bleed if your hand gets wet ?

[@williamschisler4844]

Pink

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

What about white leather dye? I guess its a thing. Maybe dye the mucarta white and then see if itll take a different dye after it cures.

[@thereisonlycis3566]

Red

[@StrelokTheStalker]

Well, I would really like it if you went with a deep olive green. But like most people, I'm certain you're going to go with something corny somewhere in the purple to pink range. I hope you choose a good color.

[@StrelokTheStalker]

LOL

[@JoshSweet]

Putting the photo in the thumbnail ruins the point of “guessing” in the video….

[@TheBraveGirl1]

ok this is just paint I am using this for years to dye leather and my hands are soaked in this never wear gloves , it is just paint that will go away instantly with alcohol or a couple of days and it is gone from your hands also just do not panic its sounds ridiculous

[@jamesharper8373]

Nothing used will last forever because epoxy doesn't absorb dye.

[@robotpicnic6508]

How do you think they color the scales in the factory? Not sure about this leather dye, but g10 and mycarta scales completely absorb rit dye or rit dyemore for synthetics and it is permanent.