1st Au-Kephart in 1084

[daizee]

The first Au-Kephart wearing its @beckerknifeandtool #bk62 cousin's scales (pictured nekkid above!). This is 1084 at 59-60Rc, heat-treat finish, hardened 1/3 up the tang. It came out a touch thicker than the model, but same overall geometry and balance. Very pleasing heft. Possible modifications for the next version include making the handle sliiiighly less tall and reducing blade length by 0.75-1.0" for better tip access and control. 1084? A2? AEB-L?

 

[The Warrior]

Nice!

 

[GeofS]

Awesome job, daizee!

My vote for next round is aeb-l. Please make two; one for you and one for me.

 

[Tanker 1/66]

Awesome job, daizee!

My vote for next round is aeb-l. Please make two; one for you and one for me.

Make that a threesum daizee

 

[d762nato]

That's nice, well done I love that tapered tang nice touch.

 

[daizee]

Thanks!
Well, with all the positive feedback, I've been on a grinding tear.
This 'homely' blade sure is popular and subtly interesting.

 

[Tanker 1/66]

Thanks!
Well, with all the positive feedback, I've been on a grinding tear.
This 'homely' blade sure is popular and subtly interesting.

That’s what my wife says about me