1084 and Wrought Iron Hunter

[john costa]

Wrought Iron Hunter

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I got this finished this weekend. Slotted the guard with my new mill , a little faster than drill and file. The wrought is from an old wagon wheel, 3/8 thick. Wood is walnut from Crex, and blade steel is 1084. I put 3 handles on that %*&^ till I got one I liked. This one gave me a few more grey hairs. The end cap is threaded and then pinned over after glueing . Rustic Forged finish to 800 grit. Feric Cloride etch. OAL 10.25, Blade 5.75 Thanks for looking. jc

 

[SpearZ]

Interesting materials, I think it worked out well :thumbup:

 

[Hmathews]

Great combination of materials John. I like it!

 

[Keith Montgomery]

I like knives that have a rustic look. Very nice.

 

[Barkes Knife Shop]

Great looking knife. I do like it. Great job all around -------:thumbup:

 

[john costa]

Thanks Guys, I showed this to a friend yesterday. He said wrap it up in a nice sheath and he'd take it . Guess I'll have to make a trip north.
jc

 

[markv]

got that hint of scagel , super nice knife. can't beat high carbon 1084.
real nice,
buzz

 

[T.K.C.]

I also like the rustic look. That is a nice knife.

 

[john costa]

Thanks again for the comps. I have another in the works that will be about
2" longer. It is made from OBS steel (old buggy spring ). It should make a good looking blade.
jc

 

[GibsonFan]

That looks like it's a hundred years old. I mean that as a compliment! Very classic.