Yes. For 18th c., Iron/steel pins. Brass, copper, pewter grip pins are found on few, if any, originals making them at best, rare to nonexistent. For slab grips, I would recommend using epoxy along with the iron pins to add strength, but also to seal the joint from moisture. The pin holes are counter sunk and the pin heads are lightly peened to form them into rivets. The counter sinking can be very shallow and still provide good strength. 1/32" deep counter sinking is plenty for most. Few if any 18th c. knives will have more than three pins.Kennyc said:Can't go wrong with steel pins
Wick Ellerbe said:Just depends on whether you want it right, or just want it your way.
Rifleman1776 said:When I glue like that I get gaps, the slabs do not lie flat on the tang. That's me.
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