Another "Hatchling" is born!

[Karl B. Andersen]

I needed to make this for a waitress here in town for her Boyfriend's birthday.
I didn't show it in the photo but I put his initials in the spine in silver wire as well.
Forged from my 1" square 5160 and fully hardened.
This was a huge amount of fun to make.
Thanks.

 

[Doug C]

I really like it.
Lucky guy to have such a gal, very striking curly maple handle esp. with the silver inlaying.
Thanks for showing us ,Karl.:thumbup:

Doug

 

[T.K.C.]

Karl, I REALLY like that!!

 

[DavidZ]

That is a stunning piece of work! That handle looks like it would melt in your hand. It looks real ergonomic. Lucky new owner!

 

[Jon Brand]

Wow, was not expecting that. Looks really nicely done.

 

[Keith Montgomery]

I think it looks fantastic. Could you please supply the specs?

 

[Karl B. Andersen]

I think it looks fantastic. Could you please supply the specs?

Certainly!
Overall length = 10 1/2".
Haft length = 9 1/2".
Length of head from poll to bit = 6".
Cutting width of bit = 2 1/4".

 

[sidecutter]

if shes anything like a waitress i knew, she'll probably bury that thing about 3" deep in his skull. ( looks great !!! )

 

[John M Cohea]

Very nice Karl.

 

[RogerP]

That's a heck of a great way to say happy birthday. :thumbup:

Roger

 

[JParanee]

Really like the wire inlay do you have any closer shots of it.. Thanks for posting

 

[stewart]

Really like the wire inlay do you have any closer shots of it.. Thanks for posting

Yes what paranee said!! Very nice Karl!!:thumbup:

 

[r connally]

Wow Karl, that's nice! Love the inlay work. Neat gift to get from your girlie.

 

[peterinct]

VERY nice Karl. I'm sure that will make the birthday a memorable one.

Peter

 

[Karl B. Andersen]

Really like the wire inlay do you have any closer shots of it.. Thanks for posting

 

[vic2367]

very nice,,:thumbup:

 

[stabber]

That sure looks great Karl!!
great job on the wire inlays:thumbup:

 

[John R. Fraps]

Karl,
That is an extremely handsome piece!!

 

[BrianThie]

I really like that design Karl!

How much wire is in that? My guess is 6+ feet.

Brian

 

[rmfnla]

Great work!

I need a girlfriend like that; wonder if my wife would let me!