8" Bowie with Honduras Rosewood burl

[J. Doyle]

Just got this one all done. It's headed with me to Seattle this weekend. All comments welcome.

Hand forged from 1075 steel
13" overall, 8" blade, .220" at the ricasso with full distal taper
Clip is just shy of sharp
Rounded spine and ricasso
My own damascus fittings
Coined German silver spacers
Honduras Rosewood Burl handle, carved and sculpted
Checkered steel assembly screw

 

[Jason Fry]

Excellent work, John!

 

[Varga Knives]

Great attention to detail and the coining's a nice touch. Fantastic as always.

 

[rcumiskey]

How did you finish the blade on this knife? I'm new to knifemaking so the best I can do is a sandpaper finish. I love the matte grey on this.

 

[machine1960]

Outstanding job on the handle and blade. Great attention to details.

 

[melsdad]

Awesome looking as always! !!!