8th Knife, constructive criticism appreciated

[Jak Epp]

I recently finished this hunting knife, it is 1084 and a wenge handle. This is the nicest knife I’ve made so far; I spent a lot of time on it and I’m really happy with how the knife and the sheath came out. I’d love any feedback on how I can improve!

 

[JV Knives]

Tough to tell from that shot alone partner but she's a good lookin' 5 footer

 

[Contender Machine]

Yeah it's a bit tough to see much detail but it definitely looks nice. I probably would've rounded the butt of the handle a bit as it looks a little sharp, but that might be the angle of the picture. The sheath looks nice as does the old #1 Victor.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Looks pretty good. Sheath is superb, too.

 

[Daniel Dynia]

Sweet knife, simple, clean and useful, sheath looks good too

 

[SwissHeritageCo]

Yeah it's a bit tough to see much detail but it definitely looks nice. I probably would've rounded the butt of the handle a bit as it looks a little sharp, but that might be the angle of the picture. The sheath looks nice as does the old #1 Victor.

Personally, I really enjoy the shape and aesthetic of the handle.

 

[polish avenger]

Only thing I don't like is that I don't see your name on it!!!

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Really Nice, I like taller blades like this, too.
Great job! Looks amazing
Not a criticism, but I don't like pins. I prefer hardware and epoxy/glues. Pins are weaker.
Did you grind pre or post heat treating?

 

[jfk1110]

Very nice work

 

[Alex Topfer]

It would be good to see a spine shot, so we can see the distal taper and how thick the handle is

 

[Jak Epp]

Really Nice, I like taller blades like this, too.
Great job! Looks amazing
Not a criticism, but I don't like pins. I prefer hardware and epoxy/glues. Pins are weaker.
Did you grind pre or post heat treating?

I ground the edge down to about 60-80 thou before heat treat, and then did the rest after.

 

[fitzo]

Well done. You can allow yourself a brief smile of true satisfaction and then get yer arse moved on to making #9 better yet, especially intending to improve anything at all you noticed on this one. "make every one better than the last"

 

[Hengelo_77]

It looks good.
One thing you can do on the next one is take it in your hand and mark the handle everywhere you feel pressure. Remove and repeat. Come back a day later and it will feel different