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Uncle Bjorn's Handle Finish (Australia Only)

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  • Showing a ScandiChef 205 with Curly Birch handle scales, finished with the handle finishing product. The ScandiChef is not included, this product is the handle finish kit only.
  • Uncle Bjorn's Handle Finish (Australia Only)
  • Showing a ScandiChef 205 with Curly Birch handle scales, finished with the handle finishing product. The ScandiChef is not included, this product is the handle finish kit only.
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Uncle Bjorn's Handle Finish     UBHF

*** Can only be sent within Australia and NOT with Express. Do not pay for Express Freight or order this if not shipping to an Australian address **

Neutral Finish for Light Coloured Woods

A combination of natural resins and shellac that leaves a hard-wearing, glossy handle finish.

Developed for Curly Birch to specifically retain the golden light colour, but works well also on darker woods.

The kit consists of

  • Bottle 1: the resin mix
  • Bottle 2: lubricant oil
  • Fine Sandpaper
  • Cotton application pad
  • Full, easy to follow instructions 

Extract from the Instructions:

  • Sand the handle to at least 1200 grit, the higher the better
  • First do a couple of layers of Pore Filling, then 5-10 layers of Polishing
  • Pore Filling: Only use bottle 1 to fill the pores of the wood.
    • Apply 8-10 drops of the Resin Mix on the cotton fabric
    • Quickly wet the entire handle. Do not rub it out to dry, just make sure the entire handle is wet. Over the exposed tang and bolts are ok, just smear the entire handle from where the wood section starts. It is to gleam in wet resin.
    • Place the cotton fabric in a small zip-lock bag to keep it moist. Wait 30 min
    • Repeat this step so there are 2 or 3 layers of pure Resin mix on the handle
    • LIGHTLY sand with an incredibly light touch the surface of the hard resin mix. This step can easily scratch the handle and any metal parts so be gentle. You just want to remove any bumps that may have formed in the resin mix that was left wet.  
    • Polishing: Use Bottle 1 and Bottle 2 to build a hard-wearing, shiny finish
      • Apply 5-6 drops of Bottle 1 to the cotton fabric piece, then 1 tiny drop from Bottle 2.
      • With light pressure wet the entire handle and polish/rub constantly without stopping for a minute or two. If the pad starts sticking, increase the speed and go lighter. You are now rubbing out the resin mix with the lubricant oil until it dries to a thin, shiny layer.
      • Place the cotton piece back in the zip lock bag and wait 5-10 min.
      • Repeat so you make at least 5 very thin layers. Go light on the resin as you don’t want a thick layer to build which may cause bumps.
      • Leave the knife to dry for 24 hours before using it.

 

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17 Reviews

  • 5
    Just the thing to finish my knife

    Posted by Hans Venecourt on 4th Oct 2023

    After I had finished my knife project, I was at wits end what to do with the hand (curly birch) and then I saw the ad for Uncle Bjorn's Stuff... problem solved....who ever said advertising does not work. Fantastic product and dead easy to use.....just be patient!!

  • 5
    Bjorns handle finish

    Posted by Brian on 20th Sep 2023

    Great product.I've tried a few natural finishes,and this one works.
    Pretty easy to use ,just follow the comprehensive instructions. Gives a nice gloss sheen & durable finish. Nice one Bjorn!

  • 5
    UNCLE BJORN'S HANDLE FINISH

    Posted by raw2fourbmx on 10th Aug 2023

    Awesome stuff never disappoints.

  • 5
    Uncle Bjorn’sHandle finish

    Posted by Milan Markovic on 25th Jun 2023

    Omg well worth the extra effort, beautiful finish. Feels great in your hands ??

  • 4
    Works nice

    Posted by Mick Burrell on 5th Jun 2023

    1st try so it can only get better now.

  • 5
    UNCLE BJORN'S HANDLE FINISH

    Posted by Ian on 22nd Nov 2022

    Great product and super fast processing and delivery. 5 Stars.

  • 5
    Bjorn's handle finish.

    Posted by Jason Yendall on 14th May 2021

    I've used a few methods of wood handle finish now as a fairly new knife maker and after using the Bjorn's I have to say I like it a lot . I was very surprised at the results I was able to get ! Great stuff !

  • 5
    handle finish

    Posted by Wayneo on 15th Mar 2021

    Great product, gives a great finish

  • 5
    Uncle Bjorn,s Handel finish

    Posted by Joe Moro on 13th Jan 2021

    Great product would highly recommend it.Easy to apply as per enclosed instructions.Leaves a fantastic finish.

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