A very Kukri knife

R APPLEBY · Sep 22, 2006

Its been a long time since I've posted anything still not being able to swing a hammer but managed this one with the help of a Friend (thanks, ah, you know who you are. without your help this knife would not have been possible)

Blade; Clay hardened, Clipped point, 4 7/8 inch forged W-1 steel, with
double cut fuller And Hamon.

Handle; Mammoth ivory held by 8 SS pins. Flats left forged finished
and tang has been Salt blued

Overall length is 9 ½ inches

Sheath; 8/9oz Molded Leather

Thanks for looking

Keith Montgomery · Sep 22, 2006

An absolutely fantastic knife.

qwikkota · Sep 22, 2006

Very cool, that blade has a deep polished shine to it.

J. Neilson · Sep 22, 2006

Very cool knife Bob. I like the contrast between the polished blade and forged marked body. A series of contrasts very functional but, very fantasy looking...rough look but, fine materials...a very cool piece.
J.

R APPLEBY · Sep 23, 2006

Thanks all

fishmonger · Sep 23, 2006

I cant wait to get this in my hand Bob, I am really happy with how it looks and the sheath idea is exactly what I was thinking!!

Thanks again mate,

Jim

R APPLEBY · Sep 24, 2006

Glad you like it so far Jim, looking forward to see how you like the fit and feel.

savagesicslayer · Sep 26, 2006

that's truely a unique and beautyful piece.beautyful job.:thumbup: :thumbup:

Lurp · Sep 26, 2006

Wow that is a very beautiful knife. I love the handle and antique look of it. Great job!

fishmonger · Oct 19, 2006

Hi All,

I just recieved this knife from Bob and am really impressed, really nice knife!!!

Jim

R APPLEBY · Oct 20, 2006

Thanks Jim glad ya like it