Cable and Olive Micarta 2 of 4

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EdgarFigaro

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Here's the second knife of the order : Still working on the other two

Blade : 1" cable forged into a differentially heat treated blade.
Guard : 416 Stainless
Handle : Olive Twill Homemade Micarta with a mosaic pin

This one I was also pleased with how it turned out. Had a small divot on the top of the spine edge that I'd came up with a remedy for, which also makes a pretty cool feature. I just added small bevels down both sides of the blade along the spine which removed the little mark and added additional facets that play with the light when the blade is moved around.

Bought a little 2x42 sander which I may end up making some modifications to, but it's job was for shaping handles more interestingly. Which it does pretty well, just have to use it some more to learn it's limits. If I'm able to make some modifications that I'm thinking about, it'll make it a bit more versatile. So I did even more sculpting on the handle of this one giving it more contours. Also feels great in hand.
Questions and comments welcome.

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Beau Erwin
 
Thanks guys, the specs are...
Blade 5 7/8"
Overall 10 3/4"
Spine 3/16" where it meets guard
Any others?
 
You can reach me through my email which I've got up on my small website, still need to get around to making it into something. but it's simply ErwinKnives.com

Beau Erwin
 
I like how the contouring on both sides is almost identical, and how the 'topo lines' set off the pin. Looks super comfy.
Also, that twill micarta is very nice looks like it has some great texture.
Based on the photos alone, I'd say the blade could probably lose a little length for nicer proportions, but what do I know? It's a sweet little knife regardless of what I think:)
 
The patterns that show up when contouring it do make for some neat effects.
I've been pleased with how the micarta has been turning out. Plus when doing it on your own, you're pretty open to whatever colors you can find.
 
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