🎙 Engineering the Perfect Knurl: A Deep Dive with Mutant Metals скачать в хорошем качестве

🎙 Engineering the Perfect Knurl: A Deep Dive with Mutant Metals

In this episode of The Kurt Locker Podcast, I sit down with Chris from Mutant Metals to dive deep into the world of knurling and gym equipment manufacturing. Chris shares the story of launching Mutant Metals in 2020, the challenges of designing equipment, and the importance of grip strength without unnecessary pain. We break down the intricacies of knurling patterns, sharpness vs. grippiness, and the manufacturing processes that determine how a bar feels in your hands. As a note, our dicussion frequently used the term “diplacement knurl” but aftwr more offline conversation Chris correxted the term to “form Knurl” We also touch on the future of gym equipment innovation, how pricing doesn’t always reflect quality, and what’s next for Mutant Metals. If you’re a home gym owner, powerlifter, or just an equipment nerd, this episode is packed with technical insights and practical takeaways for choosing the best gear. 🎙 Guest: Chris - Founder of Mutant Metals Website: www.mutantmetals.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/mutantmetals Contact: www.mutantmetals.com/pages/contact 🎙 Host: Kurt from The Kurt Locker Website: www.thekurtlocker.blog YouTube:    / @thekurtlocker   Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_kurtlocker Chapters: ⏱ 00:00 - Introduction to Mutant Metals and Chris’s Journey ⏱ 03:27 - The COVID-era Garage Gym Project That Became a Business ⏱ 06:54 - Challenges in Designing and Manufacturing Gym Equipment ⏱ 09:28 - How Chris’s Lifting Background Influences Equipment Design ⏱ 15:52 - Understanding Knurling Patterns and Why They Matter ⏱ 24:22 - The Complexities of Knurling Manufacturing ⏱ 29:45 - Why Price Doesn’t Always Equal Quality in Barbells ⏱ 34:21 - The Subjectivity of Knurl: Sharpness vs. Grippiness ⏱ 39:14 - How to Measure and Describe Knurl Accurately ⏱ 44:51 - Testing Knurling with Affordable Tools ⏱ 46:57 - The Role of Coatings and Finishes in Barbell Feel ⏱ 50:36 - What’s Next for Mutant Metals? Future Equipment Innovations MUSIC CREDIT Music for these videos provided by Epidemic Sound DISCLOSURE: Some of the links above are affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, I will earn a (small) commission if you click through and make a purchase.