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Drilling an ultra-precise hole can be tough. Material behavior, surface irregularities, and drill point geometry can all be factors leading to inaccurate holes. A Spot Drill, if used properly, will eliminate the chance of drill walking and will help to ensure a more accurate final product. Choosing a Spot Drill Ideally, the center of a […]

Chris Reeve Knives now operates a Boise-based design, manufacturing and retail location with over 40 employees. Idaho has been an extraordinary location for Chris Reeve Knives, with direct access to blade materials, leather goods, and more ability to travel to knife shows and easily export products.

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On January 1, 1984 in Durban, South Africa, Chris Reeve drastically changed his life when he decided to dedicate his work to full-time knife making. After five years of running the small business from his one-car garage, Chris took a leap of faith and moved with his wife Anne from their native South Africa, all the way to Boise, Idaho. In search of better means to grow the small company, they found a city that was large enough to offer accessible resources and an affordable workshop, yet small enough to allow a small business to find their momentum.

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Thread milling can present a machinist many challenges. While thread mills are capable of producing threads with relative ease, there are a lot of considerations that machinists must make prior to beginning the job in order to gain consistent results. To conceptualize these features and choose the right tool, machinists must first understand basic thread […]

Unlike most CNC cutting tools, Thread Forming Taps, otherwise known as Form Taps, Forming Taps, or Roll Taps, work by molding the workpiece rather than cutting it. Because of this, Form Taps do not contain any flutes, as there is no cutting action taking place, nor are there any chips to evacuate. Below are 8 […]

Deburring is a process in which sharp edges and burrs are removed from a part to create a more aesthetically pleasing final product. After milling, parts are typically taken off the machine and sent off to the Deburring Department. Here, the burrs and sharp points are removed, traditionally by hand. However, an operation that takes an hour […]

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When navigating Titan USA’s offering of carbide drills, it is imperative to understand the key differences among the three carbide drill styles: Jobber Length, Stub Length, and Straight Flute Drills. The right drill for your application depends on, among other factors, the material you are working in, the job requirements, and the required accuracy. PRO […]

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Idaho is not only home to Chris Reeve Knives, but also the ultimate testing grounds. The company’s products have won numerous “Knife of the Year” awards and they continue to release new, innovative knives, apparel and accessories that are put to the test in Idaho’s mountains, rivers and forests. Chris, Anne and the rest of the crew at Chris Reeve Knives are proud to showcase their high-end knives with Tested in Idaho.

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An end mill has an expected lifespan determined by its usage, material specificity, and coating. For machinists, premature wear and tool breakage are easily avoidable headaches. These issues can lead to poor part finishes, machine downtime, and even scrapped parts. Understanding the problems these tools face in the spindle is a key first step in […]

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