A Big Forged Chopper

[M.Griffin]

Here is one I just finished for a forum member here.
Specs:
Steel--5160
Handle--Black paper micarta with Jade G10 liners
OAL--About 15 inches
Cutting Edge--10 inches
Thickness--1/4 inch

Let me know what you think. Thanks for looking.

-Mike

Forged to shape:

Ground, Heat Treated, Edge Tested:

Finished (except for sheath):

 

[quint]

Looks pretty impressive to me. I think that will make some short work of just about anything ya swing it at.