Upgraded really nice balisong

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The original design was upgraded to use bushings and washers and I also added holes to the blade so that you can insert 4-40 size nuts to add weight Original description and instructions: Hi, Here is my 3rd balisong knife and I got to say this one is my best so far. It is quite different from than previous ones because it has some metal parts in it which makes it a bit heavier and feels better in hand. If you are looking for one day project- Go with this one ;D Material list: ->4mm steel rod, You will have to cut it into 9mm pieces(x8) (optional but highly recommended) ->4x M3 screws ( I used hex but normal ones should fit as well) ->4x M3 nuts ->3d printed parts Steps: ->print all the parts ->cut the steel bar into 8, 9mm long pieces ->glue the handles with plates (not handle to handle !!) ->drill out the screw holes with 3mm bits ->file 2 of the 9mm steel bar pieces to make both ends round (they are the pins in the blade) ->glue 3 9mm steel bar pieces into the left and right handle ->glue blade pins into the blade ->glue handle pins with the other handles (ensure the distance between handles is equal) ->insert handles into the blade ->screw it all together (not too tight) -> Bravo, You got a working bali ->Post make, its the most important step, don't miss it ;D