Dirk WIP w/ 1-piece Bolster/Frame

[Patrice Lemée]

I suppose that I shouldn't expect much more from a French Canadian.
I mean, don't you guys eat cheese curds and gravy on French fries??!?

Yes we do. :thumbup:
But I fail to see how our superior culinary prowess relates to my preference concerning Instagram photo filters?

All kidding aside, can't wait to see the finished knife.

 

[Erin Burke]

I know this thread has been hanging in the ether for a while... but I finally got around to wrapping things up on this one.
These are my first attempts at photos... taken at 6am this morning.

Erin

 

[Frank Niro]

Well, a super knife !!! I enjoyed the whole show Erin. Great procedure pictures.
Another thing that can be used for fitting is inleting black. It can be purchased or you can make some by finely scraping a charcoal sketching stick (Walmart) and some oil. I may try the lipstick on my next curved bolster. I will have to see if my wife has some old stuff she will part with.
Thanks.
Frank

 

[BallewBlade]

Your WIP's are the best and I like most of the filters you use. That knife turned out superb!!!!

 

[Andy Lewis]

Nailed It! (see what I did there.)

Beautiful work Erin. Inspiring proportions. One whole thing -- with many thoughtful details. You make it look sane and almost easy. Again, I appreciate you sharing your path. Thanks much.

 

[Hengelo_77]

outstanding

 

[Erin Burke]

Thanks guys. I always appreciate your feedback.

Another thing that can be used for fitting is inleting black. It can be purchased or you can make some by finely scraping a charcoal sketching stick (Walmart) and some oil. I may try the lipstick on my next curved bolster. I will have to see if my wife has some old stuff she will part with.

Nothing quite like shop lipstick to help a maker feel sexy.
You should also get yourself a set of grinding heels. They help raise my eyeline just enough to look down on the workpiece... and they make my calves look great. :thumbup:

Nailed It! (see what I did there.)

:applause::sorrow:

Erin

 

[DukeHarley]

Erin, this WIP was fascinating and that end result was incredible!!!!

Do you do your own photography? Man it looks great!

Jay