Big Bowie WIP

[Longbowkid]

Here's one thats had my attention lately. 10" blade, with a 5 1/2" tang for an OAL of 15 1/2" of L6 steel. Flat ground blade hand rubbed to 340 grit. Planning to go all the way to 800 grit when all is said and done. I'm open for any suggestions on handle materials, any critiques on the blade are welcomed and encouraged. I plan to taper the tang to give it more weight towards the blade. I'll do my best to keep this thread updated, thanks for looking.

Brandon

 

[Tinbasher]

Looks great so far.

Richard

 

[Buffalohump]

That looks awesome...... :thumbup:

As far as handle materials go, its hard to beat desert ironwood or curly maple in the natural stuff.

I also like black linen micarta.