LOVELESS BOLTS | How To Make Them | How to Install Them | Knife Making Fasteners

A deep dive into the loveless fastener! These bolts were pioneered by the legendary knife maker Bob Loveless and continue to be a popular option for attaching handle scales on full tang knives to this day. So if you're interested on how to make and how to install loveless fasteners stay tuned! ⭐Want to support the channel and also gain access to my knife templates? Become a patron here -   / redbeardop   💲Buy Loveless Fasteners: Texas Knifemakers Supply - https://amzn.to/3o0sJo0 Jantz - https://knifemaking.com/collections/r... USA Knifemaker - https://usaknifemaker.com/shop-catego... 🛠 Mentioned & Notable Items: Brass Tubing - https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/126/189 McMaster Counter Bore (3102A11) - https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/126/... 5/32'' & 3/16'' (3103A12 & 3103A13) Pilots - https://www.mcmaster.com/counterbore-... Tap Guide - https://amzn.to/3mNWg34 Collet Block - https://amzn.to/394HiT0 Collets (ER32) - https://amzn.to/3kQGzqI Kant Twist Clamp 1'' - https://amzn.to/332ygmu 6-32 Tap - https://amzn.to/2WGkyl3 🗡 Knife Builds: Hand Forged Damascus Knife -    • Hand Forged Damascus Knife | Knife Making   Wharncliffe Knife -    • Wharncliffe Knife & Sheath Build | Knife M...   Hidden Tang Fighter -    • Hidden Tang Take-Down-ish Fighter | Knife ...   ⚠️My Favorite PPE: Resp-O-Rator (for beards) - https://amzn.to/2M6PMN7 3M Bluetooth Hearing Protection - https://amzn.to/38ock4U 📷 Camera Gear: Camera – Panasonic G7 – https://amzn.to/2SD8ekG Microphone – Takstar - https://amzn.to/36euYLP SD Card – 128GB - https://amzn.to/2tmVfZW Narration Microphone - https://amzn.to/2XvKHD2 Tripod - https://amzn.to/2XmXrwB ************************************************** Subscribe Here:    / @redbeardops   ************************************************** Instagram:   / redbeardops   Twitter:   / redbeardops   #knifemaking #redbeardops #knifemaker * ********************************************************** ⚠️ Disclaimer — A notice from Red Beard Ops LLC (owner of Red Beard Ops, Red Beard Engineered and Red Beard Lifts): The information on this channel is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, training, or licensed trade work. Any action you take based on this content is strictly at your own risk. Red Beard Ops LLC, its owners, and affiliates are not liable for any losses, damages, or injuries resulting from your use of this content, including injuries or damages sustained while attempting to emulate any project shown. Some projects involve electrical, structural, gas, or other work that may require permits or a licensed professional in your jurisdiction — consult one before proceeding.