First Hidden tang bowie knife

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This is the first Hidden tang knife I have completed

Forged blade from 5160, with walnut handle. Gaurd forged form mild steel.

Blade has an acid etched finish.
OAL 10 1/4

LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK.

could be better but happy for the first one


Thanks, Brian
 

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Look at google image search on Bowie handles or hidden tang knife and find makers with a style you can see pulling from. Knowing you thus far the handle may have been the more dificult to create style wise I am guessing.

Looks great though. I'd like to see a more rectangular than oval guard. Look up loveless chute knife. That's a guard style I really like but not sure how to go about making it.

Good job Brian. I like the blade shape too.
 
Looks good to me Brian, I know how much work you have been putting into them. Keep it up!
 
Thanks for the info. I had alot of fun making it and will be making alot more hidden tangs I am sure.
 
I realy like the blade shape and the Walnut. I would like to see more Walnut handles made, makes them fit in next to a good rifle stock.

Matt
 
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