HOW TO: The World's easiest handles for bristle made picks

[Theist17]

This is really cool, femurat. I just have one question, though. Does the pick ever slip out of the handle? If so, might I suggest some epoxy for securing it?

[femurat]

Hey Theist17, I've just noticed your comment, sorry for the late reply. Usually the pick fits tight in the groove, and doesn't slip out. If this occur I agree with you, a drop of superglue, or even better epoxy, could fix it.





Here is a dimple pick I made this weekend, with the old style handles.

Cheers

[femurat]

It's been a while since I last made one, so here are some pictures of my latest gillette pick.
I tried to put a magnifying lens over the tip to show it's well sanded.

Enjoy

[femurat]

Here are two picks I made for two friends...

Cheers

[femurat]

Here is the latest set I made with my new wet grinder. You can see the picks during the shaping and testing process, and the finished set.
This hook is thinner and steeper than my previous ones, and I find it works a lot better. Of course you must be gentle with it!

Cheers

[Silverado]

Haha! This is a brilliant innovation of...upcycling(?) I think is what people call it. Anyway, awesome! Someone got me some 304 stainless and another type I can't remember right now...I'm planning on trying to make some picks or turning tools out of it. I'm not entirely sure if it will work out but I'll try.