First completed blade

[rockbox]

This is my first completed knife. It has a 270mm blade made from bubble wrap stainless damascus that I made(with lots of help) at Devin Thomas's shop.

Tom

 

[thegeek574]

that's nice. how does the handle feel?

 

[rockbox]

The handle feels wonderful. Its has a traditional Japanese octagonal shape except its a tad thicker. Its made out of african blackwood and redwood burl.

 

[tryppyr]

Specs?

 

[rockbox]

Specs?

265mm edge
435mm length
149 grams
2.1mm spine thickness over the heel
0.6mm thickness over the top point near the tip
31mm height
distal taper
slight convex grind
61hrc
AEB-L/304 damascus

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Nice sashimi. I like the handle.

 

[Seals]

Great knife.Beautiful damascus.You're lucky to get to hang with D.Thomas and learn.

 

[rockbox]

Great knife.Beautiful damascus.You're lucky to get to hang with D.Thomas and learn.

Thanks. Getting to hang with master like Hoss was amazing.

 

[rickmenefee]

you must have worked with your hands before. The handle is a beauty!

 

[jonnymac44]

Beautiful first knife! I love the lines.