"Knurling, cut knurling specifically. Traditional knurling uses two rolls to compress and form the diamond pattern into the material. Cut knurling uses two rolls set at an angle to physically cut the knurling into the material. By threading the blanks onto the fixture I can leave the tool setup (which can be a bit tedious to get it set perfect) and run blank after blank with consistent results." Credit: IG User hillview_wm | Practical Machinist

The Basics of Knurling - Practical Machinist

Manufacturing and Production on Instagram‎: "Knurling is a metalworking process that imparts a textured pattern onto the surface of a workpiece, typically cylindrical, to enhance grip or for aesthetic purposes. *Types of Knurl Patterns:* 1. *Straight Knurl*: Parallel ridges, usually for axial grip. 2. *Diamond Knurl*: Crossed pattern (common for general-purpose grip). 3. *Left-Hand/Right-Hand Knurl*: Directional patterns. *Process:* - *Knurling Tool*: Contains hardened wheels with inverse patter