Desert Ironwood Drop point hunter~CPM154

[thartman]

This is my latest Loveless inspired drop point hunter. It has book matched Arizona desert Ironwood scales and a CPM 154 SS blade. I always appreciate feedback. Thanks for taking a look.

Drop Point Hunter


3/16" CPM154 SS
OAL 8 1/4"
Blade 3 15/16"
Cutting edge 3 7/8"
Tapered tang
416 SS Bolsters
Arizona desert ironwood scales
Red vulcanized liners
416 SS 1/4" pins
303 SS 1/4" thong tube



Tim Hartman
MAKER
Albuquerque NM

 

[Tinker Simpleton]

What's not to like? Your style of knife making appeals to me a LOT. I like the size of your blades, and the shape of your handles. I believe a handle should have positive grip stops in both directions to keep the blade firmly in your hand.



I aspire to make knives like yours, but my skills lack. I tend to wash out my grind lines, and I've never attempted a bolster. I'm scared to use a buffer, but know I should give it a try.

How about a picture showing the tapered tang?

What's your process for adhering spacers?

 

[JackHammer]

That is one beautiful piece of work.

 

[Dusty One]

Very nice looking piece..........

 

[Burl Source]

Very nice, clean looking knife. Good photos too.

 

[ArtinNC]

Beautiful, one of the nicest knives I'v seen in a while.

 

[Darrin Sanders]

Great take on a classic design. Excellent fit and finish.

 

[jbrackett]

Outstanding!

 

[Deweyknives]

Nice to see ya here, Tim. Your fit & finish appears second to none!!! Very nice work!!

 

[thartman]

Thanks for the kind words. Nothing means as much as having fellow knifemakers and knife enthusiasts enjoy ones work.

Tim H

 

[Steve Randall]

great knife! I really like Iron wood ...steve

 

[stevenkelby]

That piece looks top shelf, as does all your work Tim. I bet it feels even better in the hand.