Get ya thinking caps on-Competition !

formtight said:
Anyone have any pictures of what they're thinkin'...?
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I just finished drawing mine up, but since my fiancee is using the desktop computer I had to take a picture of my drawing instead of scanning it. Still, I'm ready to post whenever the contest is open for entries
 
NoahL said:
I just finished drawing mine up, but since my fiancee is using the desktop computer I had to take a picture of my drawing instead of scanning it. Still, I'm ready to post whenever the contest is open for entries
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Hey post away buddy, I'll try and think up a deadline on Sunday !:)
 
pitdog said:
Hey post away buddy, I'll try and think up a deadline on Sunday !:)
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You asked for it!

Here is my Wohlwend Wastelander concept. A 3-1/8" blade with a similar tip to my ASK, a full-size contoured handle reminiscent of a KA-BAR in shape with Micarta scales with rubber mat palm swell for a sturdy, grippy handle that is virtually impervious to the elements, held in place with three tubes and two pins. The grind would be full or high flat or full or high convex and would be either 3/32" or 1/8" thick 1095 or O1. If Mark forges it he could use a small ball peen hammer to forge the finger guard area so that the steel spreads out, making it even more comfortable because there wouldn't be a 3/32" or 1/8" piece of steel rubbing against your skin.
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NoahL said:
You asked for it!

Here is my Wohlwend Wastelander concept. A 3-1/8" blade with a similar tip to my ASK, a full-size contoured handle reminiscent of a KA-BAR in shape with Micarta scales with rubber mat palm swell for a sturdy, grippy handle that is virtually impervious to the elements, held in place with three tubes and two pins. The grind would be full or high flat or full or high convex and would be either 3/32" or 1/8" thick 1095 or O1. If Mark forges it he could use a small ball peen hammer to forge the finger guard area so that the steel spreads out, making it even more comfortable because there wouldn't be a 3/32" or 1/8" piece of steel rubbing against your skin.
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Man ya not gonna believe how close mine is to yours...it's freaky....shoulda posted mine first now !:rolleyes:
 
pitdog said:
Man ya not gonna believe how close mine is to yours...it's freaky....shoulda posted mine first now !:rolleyes:
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Lol, well now I'm really glad I got mine in first :P

Besides, Pit, if the blade isn't at least 2 inches wide nobody would believe that you designed it ;)
 
I hope I am not too late.....
I will try to make something up,
but suffice to say it will not nearly be as
beautiful as all of the others.
Until then.
 
I was just thinking, maybe the one who wins
gets the knife for a reduced price?
More designs will be added I am sure.......
 
Here's mine. Inspired by the kukri. A little different but still not totally crazy. I call it the "Mini-Kooker." :D
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Okay so this is my entry, I call it The Bush-tucker because I think it could do everything food related from processing a Whitetail or Squirrel, preparing ya freshly caught Trout for the campfire to cutting up hotdogs and salad veggies.

Although designed specifically for food prep the blade with it's slim sharp convexed grind would also lend itself to Bushcraft duty making camp tools, trap parts and fuzz sticks.

Not the greatest drawing in the world but I'm sure ya get the idea !

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By pitdog2010 at 2011-01-23

Ps...I should add my drawing means the blade is from 1/8" stock steel and it has a Micarta handle....not 1/8" Micarta !!!!
 
I like the mini-khukuri design, and I think that pitdog's design is quite versatile, even if it is still a behemoth knife :P
 
plainsman1 said:
My drawing skills are lacking so I'll propose the knife design in a different way.

I call it a Drop Point with an Attitude.

Start with this blade. Remove the thumb ramp and replace with several effective, square, sharp jimping cuts on the spine. Add a lanyard hole very near the end of the knife toward the bottom side (most out of the way spot and likely open if a lanyard is used). If you want the lanyard option, drill a hole in the scales, otherwise cover it with the scales.

I'm thinking canvas micarta for scale material; something grippy and not too smooth. The micarta would match with the handle shape to form an effective single guard. Unlike bushcraft blades, this knife should be able to make a hard thrust and keep fingers from sliding onto the blade edge. The micarta would be thicker in the middle and narrowed on the ends for a more filling grip. For comfort, handle pins would be solid instead of any form of thong tube material. Pin material would be something to compliment the blade and scale color.

The blade would be ground either high or full flat with a light convex edge. I don't know what steel to use. That'd be a MarkW selection. I'd say thickness close to 3/16" but definitely no less than 1/8". Retain the choil to allow choking up on the blade for fine work.

The sheath would be kydex (probably dull black) with a molded-in shape to secure the knife in the sheath with no straps yet release with a slight tug. Ideally, it would have a tec-lock that could be rotated 90 degrees (via screws) allowing the option of horizontal or vertical carry on a belt. The tec-lock would fit on either side of the sheath as well to allow maximum versatility for carry and possible concealment.

It would be strong enough for bushcraft/camp tasks yet easily at home in an urban jungle. :D
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I don't mean to sound like a party pooper buddy but you really have to make an attempt at a drawing.
Your design sounds very cool so just have a go at putting pencil to paper, it doesn't matter how rough it looks as long as we can get an idea. I've seen some terrible drawings made into some great looking blades so don't sweat it !;)
 
I've never attempted to design a knife before today but I HAD to give it a try.
I'm not a regular poster here BUT I absolutely LOVE the Booshway!!!
Here is my attempt at a design. (sorry about the pic. I don't have a scanner)
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Mr. Wohlwend you have some FANTASTIC pieces.
Thank you to you and pitdog for the chance at designing your next piece.
 
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Hey stjones, nice looking blades. I believe we established a one design rule. That being said, I like your design more then your modded design.

C'mon guys, it's not hard. Think of what you want made into steel and draw it. You don't need to know how to draw either. Believe me, my design had as much eraser marks as pencil marks.

Pit and noah, brothers from another mother.:D I love it. Nothing is original man. I'm having a knife made by jk that resembles the HI farm knife. Even though I completely drew it free form lol.
 
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