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Design A Simple Knife
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Some great designs here, I've not really got anything much different to what's already here.
On a knife with this overall length I'd rather have as much handle as I can and compromise on the blade length a little.I also think that 1/16" stock is plenty thick enough on a little knife like this as you aren't going to use is a pry bar !
On a knife with this overall length I'd rather have as much handle as I can and compromise on the blade length a little.I also think that 1/16" stock is plenty thick enough on a little knife like this as you aren't going to use is a pry bar !
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Some great designs here, I've not really got anything much different to what's already here.
On a knife with this overall length I'd rather have as much handle as I can and compromise on the blade length a little.I also think that 1/16" stock is plenty thick enough on a little knife like this as you aren't going to use is a pry bar !
This one looks interesting.
"On a knife with this overall length I'd rather have as much handle as I can and compromise on the blade length a little"
I totally agree
Thats partly why I believe a warnchliff would be a great blade shape for this size. More cutting edge despite size restrictions.
But alot of cool looking designs!
I totally agree
Thats partly why I believe a warnchliff would be a great blade shape for this size. More cutting edge despite size restrictions.
But alot of cool looking designs!
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In general I agree. As handle size shrinks ergonomics becomes more and more of a factor. A well shaped handle can make all the difference...and can make up for size. I have a couple fixed blade knives at or under the 6" mark, all with handles in the 3" to 3.5" range, but only one that feels comfortable for long term use...because of the nicely shaped handle.
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I am going to cheat here. As I can't design anything.
John...since you already make a knife with the exact specs you listed, why not just leave the scales off your EDC model?
6" OAL ,2 3/4" scale to tip. The handle is shaped so that the hand will be off the blade, and should give great retention in Kydex.And since you already designed it you don't have to give one away.
Besides I like mine, and a scaleless version would be cool.
Other than that, I am voting early for pitdog's.:thumbup:
John...since you already make a knife with the exact specs you listed, why not just leave the scales off your EDC model?
6" OAL ,2 3/4" scale to tip. The handle is shaped so that the hand will be off the blade, and should give great retention in Kydex.And since you already designed it you don't have to give one away.
Besides I like mine, and a scaleless version would be cool.
Other than that, I am voting early for pitdog's.:thumbup:
heres my first attempt ever at a knife design, so please bear with me. Also I dont have a scanner so I had to take a picture of my picture lol.
the long hole in the handle is a place to store a small firesteel w/ a ranger band, a paracord wrap, or removeable scales.
the long hole in the handle is a place to store a small firesteel w/ a ranger band, a paracord wrap, or removeable scales.
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heres my first attempt ever at a knife design, so please bear with me. Also I dont have a scanner so I had to take a picture of my picture lol.
the long hole in the handle is a place to store a small firesteel w/ a ranger band, a paracord wrap, or removeable scales.
Great first attempt buddy, I like the firesteel idea !:thumbup:
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I love these opportunities! They allow us to see so much creativity, and of course offer a very nice incentive
Here is my entry--a minimalistic Wharncliffe style. It may not be exactly to scale here, since I drew it up real quick in MS Paint, but you get the idea, I think.
~Noah
Here is my entry--a minimalistic Wharncliffe style. It may not be exactly to scale here, since I drew it up real quick in MS Paint, but you get the idea, I think.
~Noah
