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Hello, I would like to ask for recommendations of a custom knife maker to commission a fixed blade utility knife. Ideally under $500. I also welcome constructive criticism or suggestions.
Inbefore "iF yOu WaNt tO pRy GeT a cRoWbAr"
I have crowbars and hammers and tools for many jobs. I would like a hip carry knife that can also perform light versions of various job site tasks without needing to have a full toolbelt or travel to a truck or toolbox just to spontaneously separate two weakly joined objects, cut a strap or cord, chip or otherwise strike flat blows with the pommel...
My ideal design has the following:
Basically this knife, but... shape/construct the pommel to have a more hammer-like function. Maybe snub the blade tip a tad so it isn't quite as thin a taper, then maybe make the spine slightly straighter and beefier like more modern utility knives.
Thank you let me know what you think.
Inbefore "iF yOu WaNt tO pRy GeT a cRoWbAr"
I have crowbars and hammers and tools for many jobs. I would like a hip carry knife that can also perform light versions of various job site tasks without needing to have a full toolbelt or travel to a truck or toolbox just to spontaneously separate two weakly joined objects, cut a strap or cord, chip or otherwise strike flat blows with the pommel...
My ideal design has the following:
- A nice size serrated section with a shallow concave shape for cutting strap or cord, etc.
- Strong tip for digging/prying more than piercing/cutting
- wide, flat, blunt pommel for hitting a loose nail, encouraging lumber into place or other small blow striking functions. Perhaps an actual reclaimed hammer head incorporated cleverly.
- ergonomic handle that fits well in both forward and backward grip.
- prominent front and rear quillon to prevent slipping.
- Blade 4-6" long .25" thick CPM 3V Steel. Doesn't need to be pretty.
- Wood scale handle preferred. But interested in exploring using reclaimed materials like bicycle tire.
- Simple sheath with belt loop, holds knife securely.
Basically this knife, but... shape/construct the pommel to have a more hammer-like function. Maybe snub the blade tip a tad so it isn't quite as thin a taper, then maybe make the spine slightly straighter and beefier like more modern utility knives.
Thank you let me know what you think.
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