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product_id: 15608595
title: "Tool & Knife Bushlore Blade Blank - 1075 High Carbon Steel - Knife Blank with a Scandi Grind - Product is Sold Without Sheath - 4.3in Blade - 4.6oz"
brand: "condor"
price: "$59.36"
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# Scandi grind for razor-sharp edge retention Full tang for ultimate strength 4.3in high-carbon steel blade Tool & Knife Bushlore Blade Blank - 1075 High Carbon Steel - Knife Blank with a Scandi Grind - Product is Sold Without Sheath - 4.3in Blade - 4.6oz

**Brand:** condor
**Price:** $59.36
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Forge your legacy with every cut — the ultimate blank for makers who demand more.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tool & Knife Bushlore Blade Blank - 1075 High Carbon Steel - Knife Blank with a Scandi Grind - Product is Sold Without Sheath - 4.3in Blade - 4.6oz by condor
- **How much does it cost?** $59.36 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- condor enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted condor brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Full tang construction ensures unmatched durability and balance for rugged outdoor use.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Lightweight 4.6oz and pocket-sized 4.3-inch blade—your ideal everyday outdoor companion.
- • **DIY Enthusiast’s Dream:** Perfect for home knifemakers seeking a premium blank to craft a personalized, high-performance tool.
- • **Craft Your Signature Blade:** Unleash your creativity with a polished 1075 high carbon steel blank, perfect for custom handle builds.
- • **Precision Edge, Always Ready:** Scandi grind delivers superior sharpness and edge retention for all your survival and camping needs.

## Overview

The Condor Tool & Knife Bushlore Blade Blank features a 4.3-inch 1075 high carbon steel blade with a durable scandi grind and full tang construction. Designed for DIY knife makers and outdoor enthusiasts, this polished, razor-sharp blank offers exceptional edge retention and strength, ready to be customized with your choice of handle. Lightweight and rugged, it’s the perfect foundation for a personalized survival or camping knife.

## Description

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Review: An Excellent Project Knife and Outdoor Tool - This is the third Condor blade blank I've added a handle to, the first two being their Woodlaw model. The blank is sharp, well-finished, and ready nearly as-is to have a have handle thrown on. For the money, this is an incredible value provided you're willing to work toward a finished product instead of receiving something 100% ready to go out of the box. The blade is a full flat grind, ready for a hone and stropping, and is flexible and nimble while still being quite tough and stout through the blade. The finished knife feels great in the hand and will make a fine camp companion. A note on the steel; I used a round file to enlarge the rear hole to just over ¼" so I could add a lanyard tube. The three holes in the handle are all just barely over 3/16", so that true 3/16" pins will easily fit through. I don't recommend enlarging these holes as it took me about an hour of solid, steady filing to get it where it needed to be. Save yourself the hassle and just add 3/16" pins. Trust me. An industrial drill bit wouldn't cut deeper than 1/64" before burning up. This is hard steel. For the handle build, I used curly maple handle scales, 3/16" brass rod, a piece of ¼" copper flush line, and Loc-Tite two-part epoxy. The finish is dark mahogany Danish oil. I used a drill press, a hacksaw, an angle grinder with a sanding disc, and a roll of 80 grit sandpaper belt to fit and shape the handle. I also used brake cleaner to take the finish off the blank and clean all the surfaces before gluing. The blank comes coated in a very tough, clear lacquer that I had to use a solvent and/or sandpaper to remove. This is necessary for at least the handle portion of the knife, as you want your epoxy sticking to the metal, not a coating sitting on top of the metal. I could have left the coating on the blade, too, but will likely force a patina on it later down the road so I prepared for that eventuality. To mate this to a handle, purchase some knife scales of your choice in ¼" to ½" thickness. Your final handle thickness will be the thickness of your two scales plus that of the ⅛" blade, so ½" handle scales (remember, times two scales) will yield a 1⅛" thick finished handle. This is all about personal preference. Try going to Home Depot and getting your hands on a wooden dowel rod of the finished size you're looking for and then find what feels best in your hand. Use that as a baseline for how thick you want your scales to be. Even a nicely figured set of curly maple scales shouldn't cost you more than ten bucks, max, so shop accordingly. Your scales will need to be at least 1½" wide by 4½" long for this blank. Once you have all your materials then remove the coating from the blank, scuff the hell out of the handle portion with sandpaper, clamp your blank how you want it to sit on your scales, and very carefully use a 3/16" drill bit to drill the holes in the scales. Use a clamp to keep everything steady so your holes all line up. Take your one drilled scale and clamp it to your undrilled scale. Now, drill all the way through the holes and out the other side to get both scales ready. Unclamp your two scales together and pencil in the blade blank's outline, using the drilled holes as your guide for where you need the blank to sit. Use a saw to trim to just outside that line. Cut your pins to length (I do 1½" long pins for good measure) and then dry fit everything. Make sure it goes together easy with no miss and no fuss. If the pins a re just a little bit tight, it's perfect. While your scales are rough cut, drilled, and clamped together finish shaping the top edge of the wood. It will be very hard and time-intensive to do this later, as that part of the scale will sit against the blade and be difficult to shape. When ready for final assembly, scuff every mating surface with sandpaper; pins, scales, and blank. Clean those surfaces with some brake cleaner on a shop towel, and set aside. Mix your glue and be sure to spread glue on every mating surface. Don't just put it on the scales, coat the blank and pins, too. Fit it all together, clamp it up with at least two clamps, and let it dry for a full 24 hours. Once dry, unclamp it and go to town with grinder and sandpaper. Once done shaping, hit it with some Danish oil. Easy peasy.
Review: Nice inexpensive blade blank. - This blade in nicely finished and makes an easy project. Compared with the current generation of factory produced finished knives, which I also own, the blade blank is slightly thinner. My fine graded ruler put it around 2.7 mm in thickness. The difference in thickness likely comes from the difference in the blade finishes between the blank and factory knife. The blank has a ground and polished surface while the factory version is bead blasted. The ground and polished surface includes the tang which makes for a nice flat handle and easy scale attachment. Compared with the factory knife the blank certainly is more attractive out of the box. The blank also arrived hair popping sharp. I have only lightly used the knife so far, but after carving a piece of hardwood the blade remained very sharp. The main drawback that I see between the blank and factory knife is that you don't get the fantastic factory sheath. It would be nice if Condor offered the sheath as an option for purchase. I used purple heart for the handle scales and ended up with a very attractive and functional knife. All in all a very satisfying project.

## Features

- Craftsmanship: This knife blank is created with the intention of unleashing your creativity in crafting and attaching your own handles. It's tailored for home knifemakers, DIY enthusiasts, and tinkering enthusiasts, rather than being a standalone product.
- Polished Finish: This Condor polished finish is accomplished by hand using abrasive materials, ensuring the sharp knife blade blank is resilient enough to withstand the rigorous weather during harsh and rugged outdoor activities.
- Full Tang Construction: The blade of this full tang bone knife extends through the handle, enhancing its strength, balance, and reliability for frequent use. Its full tang construction ensures durability and minimizes the risk of breakage.
- Pocket Sized: This fixed blade scandi grind knife is prized for its portability and is ready to use for emergencies and outdoor activities. It is also cost-effective and can potentially be used for self-defense when necessary.
- Scandi Grind: The durable grind edge of this high carbon steel knife blade blank is made with a scandi grind which ensures impressive hardness and edge retention. It is built to withstand emergencies and outdoor adventure activities.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00WTH01K6 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #287,513 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #2,001 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives |
| Blade Edge | 1075 High Carbon Steel |
| Blade Length | 16 Inches |
| Blade Material | 1075 High Carbon Steel |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Blade Type | Bushlore |
| Brand | Condor |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Shipping Package |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (341) |
| Date First Available | April 28, 2015 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07417000557312 |
| Handle Material | Carbon Steel |
| Included Components | Bushlore Blade Blank |
| Item Length | 9.31 Inches |
| Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
| Item model number | CB232-4.3HC |
| Manufacturer | Condor |
| Model Name | CTKB23243HC |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Skinning |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | Drop Point |
| Size | 16" |
| Special Feature | Durability,Full Tang |
| Style | Bushlore Blade Blank |
| Theme | Hunting |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** 1075 High Carbon Steel
- **Brand:** Condor
- **Color:** Silver
- **Handle Material:** Carbon Steel
- **Included Components:** Bushlore Blade Blank
- **Model Name:** CTKB23243HC
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Skinning
- **Special Feature:** Durability,Full Tang
- **Style:** Bushlore Blade Blank

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Excellent Project Knife and Outdoor Tool
*by J***E on July 12, 2019*

This is the third Condor blade blank I've added a handle to, the first two being their Woodlaw model. The blank is sharp, well-finished, and ready nearly as-is to have a have handle thrown on. For the money, this is an incredible value provided you're willing to work toward a finished product instead of receiving something 100% ready to go out of the box. The blade is a full flat grind, ready for a hone and stropping, and is flexible and nimble while still being quite tough and stout through the blade. The finished knife feels great in the hand and will make a fine camp companion. A note on the steel; I used a round file to enlarge the rear hole to just over ¼" so I could add a lanyard tube. The three holes in the handle are all just barely over 3/16", so that true 3/16" pins will easily fit through. I don't recommend enlarging these holes as it took me about an hour of solid, steady filing to get it where it needed to be. Save yourself the hassle and just add 3/16" pins. Trust me. An industrial drill bit wouldn't cut deeper than 1/64" before burning up. This is hard steel. For the handle build, I used curly maple handle scales, 3/16" brass rod, a piece of ¼" copper flush line, and Loc-Tite two-part epoxy. The finish is dark mahogany Danish oil. I used a drill press, a hacksaw, an angle grinder with a sanding disc, and a roll of 80 grit sandpaper belt to fit and shape the handle. I also used brake cleaner to take the finish off the blank and clean all the surfaces before gluing. The blank comes coated in a very tough, clear lacquer that I had to use a solvent and/or sandpaper to remove. This is necessary for at least the handle portion of the knife, as you want your epoxy sticking to the metal, not a coating sitting on top of the metal. I could have left the coating on the blade, too, but will likely force a patina on it later down the road so I prepared for that eventuality. To mate this to a handle, purchase some knife scales of your choice in ¼" to ½" thickness. Your final handle thickness will be the thickness of your two scales plus that of the ⅛" blade, so ½" handle scales (remember, times two scales) will yield a 1⅛" thick finished handle. This is all about personal preference. Try going to Home Depot and getting your hands on a wooden dowel rod of the finished size you're looking for and then find what feels best in your hand. Use that as a baseline for how thick you want your scales to be. Even a nicely figured set of curly maple scales shouldn't cost you more than ten bucks, max, so shop accordingly. Your scales will need to be at least 1½" wide by 4½" long for this blank. Once you have all your materials then remove the coating from the blank, scuff the hell out of the handle portion with sandpaper, clamp your blank how you want it to sit on your scales, and very carefully use a 3/16" drill bit to drill the holes in the scales. Use a clamp to keep everything steady so your holes all line up. Take your one drilled scale and clamp it to your undrilled scale. Now, drill all the way through the holes and out the other side to get both scales ready. Unclamp your two scales together and pencil in the blade blank's outline, using the drilled holes as your guide for where you need the blank to sit. Use a saw to trim to just outside that line. Cut your pins to length (I do 1½" long pins for good measure) and then dry fit everything. Make sure it goes together easy with no miss and no fuss. If the pins a re just a little bit tight, it's perfect. While your scales are rough cut, drilled, and clamped together finish shaping the top edge of the wood. It will be very hard and time-intensive to do this later, as that part of the scale will sit against the blade and be difficult to shape. When ready for final assembly, scuff every mating surface with sandpaper; pins, scales, and blank. Clean those surfaces with some brake cleaner on a shop towel, and set aside. Mix your glue and be sure to spread glue on every mating surface. Don't just put it on the scales, coat the blank and pins, too. Fit it all together, clamp it up with at least two clamps, and let it dry for a full 24 hours. Once dry, unclamp it and go to town with grinder and sandpaper. Once done shaping, hit it with some Danish oil. Easy peasy.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice inexpensive blade blank.
*by D***A on February 11, 2016*

This blade in nicely finished and makes an easy project. Compared with the current generation of factory produced finished knives, which I also own, the blade blank is slightly thinner. My fine graded ruler put it around 2.7 mm in thickness. The difference in thickness likely comes from the difference in the blade finishes between the blank and factory knife. The blank has a ground and polished surface while the factory version is bead blasted. The ground and polished surface includes the tang which makes for a nice flat handle and easy scale attachment. Compared with the factory knife the blank certainly is more attractive out of the box. The blank also arrived hair popping sharp. I have only lightly used the knife so far, but after carving a piece of hardwood the blade remained very sharp. The main drawback that I see between the blank and factory knife is that you don't get the fantastic factory sheath. It would be nice if Condor offered the sheath as an option for purchase. I used purple heart for the handle scales and ended up with a very attractive and functional knife. All in all a very satisfying project.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It looks like a great knife blank and very sharp
*by J***M on July 11, 2025*

A nice looking knife blank . I seen some other reviews here saying pin holes are not aligned right , mine was perfect . I will get a handle on this soon and test it out . The hard part now if figuring out what kind of handle I want on it .

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