Flame Maple Aikuchi - COOP photos added!

[Steven65]

Beautiful Matt........very original.

 

[v8r]

That is gorgeous sir!

 

[Dawkind]

Truly beautiful and something anyone would be more than proud to own.....including me!!!!!!!!!

 

[Kohai999]

It's attractive Matt. One of the nicer types I have seen in this style.

Interested to see how you are going to approach the scabbard/sheath.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

 

[Lycosa]

I think I know who bought this!

 

[Matthew Gregory]

I think I know who bought this!

Then you're at least one step ahead of me!!!!

 

[Lycosa]

I could be wrong.

 

[Dan Pierson]

Really excellent Matt.

 

[Matthew Gregory]

Thanks, everyone!!! This was a lot of fun to make, and I hope to expand on the concept a bit as time progresses.

I like how you secured the wrap, it reminds me of a bow tie

Steve
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Member, W.F. Moran Jr. Foundation
ABS Apprentice

The other side has a similar finish, as well. Thanks, Steve!

What kind of sheath are you putting it into?

The customer has requested a lined aluminum 'Hartsfield' style sheath that I'll cover in sharkskin.


Thanks again, everyone.

 

[netguy1999]

That is absolutely beautiful. I am in awe! I'd love to have something like that in my collection!

 

[gga357]

Very nice!

 

[JParanee]

Well done my friend

 

[Matthew Gregory]

Thanks guys!

Crummy phone photo of the knife with it's completed 'Hartsfield' ultrasuede-lined, sharkskin-covered aluminum sheath:

This is a tough one for me to let go of, for a variety of reasons, but I hope the new owner loves it as much as I do. Thanks for looking, gang.

 

[Bob Leedy]

So many fine features! Basic profile, fuller, beveled spine, beautiful hamon and wonderful wrapped wood. Love it!

 

[Kevin Jones]

Gorgeous Knife!

 

[RayseM]

Was this all inspiration or did the client request some details? In any event - whether inspired or by design - this is a lovely piece of craftsmanship and styling.
Very nicely done :thumbup:

 

[Matthew Gregory]

RayseM, the customer requested this style of sheath, and I suggested shark skin. The knife was entirely my idea, and evolved with a number of changes and additions as I was making it. I don't take custom orders, however if I have something in process and someone suggests something I like, I will certainly consider incorporating it.

Thanks again, guys. I was very happy with how this one turned out.

 

[RogerP]

Do want.

 

[BladeScout]

DAAAUUUUMM! Thats beautiful.

 

[i4Marc]

I keep looking for the "like" button. :thumbup: