Design suggestions anyone!

[CitySteel]

Just finished this ring Fighter and not sure I like the overall look.
Please give some input on blade design and handle material selection for the next one

Ring fighter made from 1/4" 5160,
differentially heat treated and cryo'd. Blade
is 6" long and knife is 11 3/4" OAL. Natural
Linen Micarta handle with brass pins and
thong liner. Full Convex grind.

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[Ferret]

Looks pretty good from where I'm sitting but I'll send you an email anyhoo

 

[Marion David Poff]

What about an expansion of the rear, to balance out the wide blade?

MDP

 

[Ebbtide]

Or the reverse of Marion's suggestion, lean out the blade. Long narrow blades look more 'fighter' to me. Short and tall looks skinner-ish, JMHO though.

As is, it is a fine looker. I don't think you should be concerned. I only offer the suggestion because you asked for opinions... and we all know that they are like noses

Now if you added stag handle scales....
Ebbtide out.

 

[James Healy]

I have to agree with ebbtide, the main change i would suggest is a narrower blade. It would help the overall profile.

Have you thought about doing a version without a double edge? There are several different blades styles i'd love to see with a "Ring grip".

James

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