How to Dye Scales With Civivi Vision FG

[@swansonmachine6537]

Always happy to get more Knife Content! I'll be sticking around!

[@minimalistedc1193]

Thanks Bud!

[@knifetrain3118]

I learned from the same video with Zac the only difference is I have used RIT “synthetic” dye with good results. If you’re married and want to stay that way I use my old Colman stove and a cheep pot from the dollar store and dye my scales in the garage if you have the option. 👍

[@minimalistedc1193]

I agree doing it outside the kitchen is much safer. My next project is to acid wash the blade and I'll definitely be doing that in the garage.

[@annasoH323]

Thanks for the tutorial. I've got to give it a shot one of these days.

[@user-Bladewalker]

Thanks man Ben wanting to see this done. Thank you and enjoy seeing stuff like this done

[@minimalistedc1193]

Thanks. Next project is acid washing the blade

[@DivineDookie]

Glad to see im not the only one with a semi crooked civivi logo. I feel like 99% of people wouldnt notice this or care. Idk why but i always been worried about that little lip on the scale that holds the pivot in place eventually wearing out & become impossible to tighten 😭😭

[@hawleyfromhell]

You mean the logo doesn't set into place straight on the front? Return it. I've never had a Civivi like that.

[@cainmiranda1204]

Wow great vid. I have the Damascus and white g10. Soon too be a purple or royal blue. 🎉

[@minimalistedc1193]

Im sure that will look amazing

[@bobclift101]

Took me 10 minutes in the mixture to get my jade Vision FG scales a nice darkish sapphire blue. I used RIT dye for synthetics (8 to 1) and added a couple of tablespoons of vinegar. I just did some gray linen micarta scales for my Smock and, same recipe, only about a minute with the same mix ratios.

[@DaveSmith-lh5tk]

How does vinegar help?

[@minimalistedc1193]

@@DaveSmith-lh5tk I am curious what Bob has to say as well. Vinegar lowers the PH of the solution slightly. Getting good color is a mix of time temperature and PH. Science shows color bonding happens a bit faster at a lower PH. I did not bother with adjusting the PH because I had the luxury of extra time. holding the scales in a bit longer. Nothing wrong with adding vinegar but on a non industrial scale of dying I have not found it necessary.

[@davesmith4748]

​@@minimalistedc1193 Thanks!

[@Mikey_Trailz]

Here because of MC!!!!! 👊👊⚔⚔

[@minimalistedc1193]

Happy to have you here

[@Gary-oi1pj]

I've been thinking about buying a jade vision to dye since I like the satin blade.

[@minimalistedc1193]

Give it a go. What color were you thinking about dying it?

[@Gary-oi1pj]

A darker blue. I guess navy. I've dyed an elementum and a freebie Kubie. I was pleased with how they came out,@@minimalistedc1193

[@elChristian760]

Thinking of buying Civivi to do the exact same. How is it holding up 6 month later? Does it scratch easily?

[@WesleyEvan87]

Kizer Ti clips are perfect for the FG.

[@rozi5129]

has anyone tried to paint it instead of dye? maybe like thin layer of spray paint, and do matt clear coat over that? i ordered vision fg in damascus and ivory scales, i want to change the scale color i have done paint + clear coat on my plastic phone case and it held up good so just wondering about doing g10 like that

[@jeffhamilton4587]

Oye! That is useful! MC sent me and ill be back. Thanks

[@minimalistedc1193]

Happy you are here!

[@pretentiousname01]

What happened to the pot you used? Is it ruined or will the dye come out because its hot? I ordered a severn with the white g10 scales I am thinking about dyeing

[@minimalistedc1193]

I used a cheap pot for this but it was one that was coated (nonstick teflon type coating.) The dye did not stick to the non stick surface and I just cleaned it and put back in the kitchen. I have seen stainless steels dyed. I would not use a pot you can't stand to lose. If you are worried about it Id just get a $1 pot from goodwill.

[@ahoyt653]

If you don’t mind, cut down the factory clip and use it as a spacer and the titanium clip fits a lot better.

[@minimalistedc1193]

That is a really good tip. Im going to try that

[@jpablo00]

🔥

[@minimalistedc1193]

Thank you!

[@baggedfist]

thought you had coated the blade tan from the thumbnail, man that woulda look cool asf

[@minimalistedc1193]

That would be sweet but stay tuned my next project is to acid wash and stonewash the blade on this one.

[@vibe808]

The titanium Civivi clips fit on only the knives without a recessed mount.

[@minimalistedc1193]

I wish I knew that before I bought it. But it has found a home on my Elementum

[@wadeduvall7026]

That looks great! Also, FYI: Zack in the Wild is shutting down their channel 😢

[@minimalistedc1193]

I saw that. That sucks but I understand his reasons. Hes so creative Im sure we will see him do something in the future.

[@Morrisedc83]

Any advice on bleeding color wanting to dye my wife’s scales but don’t want to ruin any of her clothes or purse lol

[@minimalistedc1193]

I have only dyed a few knives but I have never had an issue with the dye bleeding onto my clothes. However if you want to be extra careful the dye is water soluble. After you get done dying the scales. leave them in a glass of water for a few minutes any dye not adhered to the scales should dissolve in the water. *Not legal advice*Not responsible for angry wife.*

[@Morrisedc83]

@@minimalistedc1193 thank you lol I’m going to be dying o knife guar scales for her this week

[@AdamKorz]

Synthetic and use vinegar.

[@ronfry5851]

How much vinegar