better than a 5" blade...?

Matthew Gregory

Matthew Gregory

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Well, of course, a 7" blade!!!!!

Keeping in the vein of all the rest of the knives I've been working on, I just can't seem to get out of the Japanese style handle wrap and rayskin - really enjoying myself!!

This one is quite different in execution, despite it's obvious profile and finish details. In addition to tapering the tang, the 7" blade is fully distal tapered with a nice mirror polish on the spine. Blade is 1084, and has been differentially tempered for a strong spine. REALLY light and fast!!!!!!

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As always, thanks for letting me share. Comments welcome!
 
Hey Matt: That's a beauty! I see several improvements over the last one you posted. The wrap looks more even on this one, and the detail on the spine really sets it off. The tapered tang is interesting-where does she balance in the hand?
I always liked the 7" length-You really get the urge to cut something when you hold it.

You have learned much, Grasshopper!!
 
Another fine piece Matt - I agree with RJ that the spine detail is a nice added touch. I like the larger size, too. Overall length is...?

Roger
 
Hard to argue with a guy RJ

Looks great, Matt. Really does make ya wanna poke something doesn't it
 
Very slick Matt!!! Nice to see a finished piece from your shop.... a great start to the new year eh?!? :)
 
nice work my friend. I'm diggin your wrapped handles, you do a great job on them. Perhaps there is a possibility to incorporate one into our project.
 
Thanks, guys!

This one's basic lines and simple grind lack the sex appeal that the radically shaped styles do, but from a functional perspective it's an improvement by an order of magnitude. Point of balance is just to the front of the turk's head knot (where I think a blade this length should be), and the entire package weighs just slightly less than the 5" style I made with the chisel grind. FAST!!!!!!!
 
Thanks for all the comments gang.

A question - the turk's head knot I use is intentionally 'squashed' so that it presents a smaller diameter to allow for easier deployment from a sheath. It does, however, appear squashed! Would it be preferable to not have such compression on the knot so that the weave looked more concentric and uniform? It's a purely aesthetic thing, whereas my goal was purely functional, but if folks would prefer it that way perhaps I should try it...
 
I didn't think it looked squashed. And a less bulky knot is in accord with my personal preference. I don't have a lot of experience with wrapped handles, but Joe's recommendation to consider resin soaking makes sense from a durability standpoint.

Roger
 
ive never liked this Japanese style for a knife but this one...my god....... i can not describe how badly i want one...
 
I use a resin that permeates the wrap perfectly and offers incredible resistance to wear - tough stuff!!!! I agree about the knot needing to be as unobtrusive as possible (which is why I have them as tight as I do!), but I just figured I should put it forward for discussion... thanks for all the replies, guys.

Facebacon, this one was supposed to be for me, as I wanted to try a slightly longer blade for my everyday carry. Perhaps it needs to be yours instead...? Let me know!
 
thanks but I"m sure its way out of my budget at the moment. i'm defiantly a fan of your work tho might see about getting something form you when taxes roll around the main things that cought my eye are the wrap knot and the spine!
 
Hi Matt - thanks for the info - I can now tell from the package that just arrived ( :D ) that your wrapped handles are in fact impreganted with resin. They just don't have that "wet" look that others of this type seem to have. I much prefer this look, I have to say.

Roger
 
Yup. I am supremely confident that this stuff will withstand abuse that belies most other cordwrap methods. It takes a LONG time for this stuff to cure, and needs to be in constant motion while it's curing to prevent thin or thick spots, but when it's done you can park a car on it with no worries - and better yet, it doesn't LOOK like it's impregnated! In fact, it just feels like the cord has been hardened in place. Good stuff! Looks good with wood under it, too.
 
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