A simple jack - of the coffin type

wolfeknives

wolfeknives

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I am really enjoying playing around with slipjoints. Unfortunately I can only spend a little time here and there because of my other commitments. Here is my second attempt at this genre. A little simple jack in the traditional coffin shape. This one as a mothers day gift for my wife. I have a more traditional two blade twin in the works, but it will be a while before that will be completed.
This little guy is 3 1/2" closed, 416 liners and bolsters, 440C blade and spring. The covers are clear mastodon ivory. I tried to keep the design clean elegant. My photo skills are still lacking, so the satin finis on the blade and back spring do not show.
Opinions and critique are of course very welcome.

Wolfgang


 
A very nice and clean looking knife. If for some reason your wife does'nt like it, feel free to send it my way.;)
 
This is the equivalent of Pagani making a 'simple' commuter car. LOL!

You are having fun. I am intrigued by the hard facets on the rear and the curves on the front. Is this traditional or is it you? Not a critique, but an observation. I don't know, but I see.

Having fun with Photoshop, too. You are good at a few things.

Final query: With your renown using hand tools, how did you create the nail nick?

Good thread.

Coop
 
Coop, this is strictly a traditional handle and blade design. The only input I had design wise was the selection of the shield and transition from flats to convex surfaces.
The long pull nail nick, again traditional for this knife, took me a long time to figure out. Tried many things, but eventually ended up re-grinding a carbide bur, chucking it into my drill press, and guiding the blade against it.
I am having fun with these knives. To me they stand for a time when our world was less insane. The slipjoints are one thing I am making just for myself because I enjoy them, none will be for sale.
Wolfe
 
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Wolfgang, great classic! You gave the first one to you sweetie, are you going to slip this one in your pocket:)
 
I have been an admirer of your work since I became aware of it. Your foray into the slip joint knives really makes me happy when I see them. That is what art is supposed to do, bring an emotional response. That you're making these as gifts and joy makes them so much better. Thanks for sharing.

Chris
 
Making such a beautiful knife for personal satisfaction and as a gift makes it all the more special. By coincidence, also one of my favorite patterns.
 
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