Josh's question about handle material on a knife that will be used brought to mind my favorite knife. I traded ivory for this knife over ten years ago. It was made by Corbin Newcom from Missouri.
I often hear it said that ivory is not suitable for a knife that is to be used.
For the last 20 years I have savaged road kill moose to that are given away for charity . I have have butchered at least 50 of them with tis knife.
I lost it in the snow one winter and when I found it in the spring I had to touch it up and it was as good as new. Although it is not recommended it has been through the dishwasher more than twice. I cannot remember if the ivory was stabilized on this knife but I feel it is a good idea for a knife that is going to be used. Walrus ivory is even more durable especially if it is from a tight female tusk.
I do not know what Corbin used in this damascus but it holds an edge and cuts better than any knife I own.
Chuck
I often hear it said that ivory is not suitable for a knife that is to be used.
For the last 20 years I have savaged road kill moose to that are given away for charity . I have have butchered at least 50 of them with tis knife.
I lost it in the snow one winter and when I found it in the spring I had to touch it up and it was as good as new. Although it is not recommended it has been through the dishwasher more than twice. I cannot remember if the ivory was stabilized on this knife but I feel it is a good idea for a knife that is going to be used. Walrus ivory is even more durable especially if it is from a tight female tusk.
I do not know what Corbin used in this damascus but it holds an edge and cuts better than any knife I own.
Chuck
) make these durable after years of use. Corbin Newcomb has been making great knives for practical application for several decades, and obviously doing it right from this knife's tale. He and Jim May worked through the learning process of making Damascus back in the 1970's, and Corbin is still working every day in his shop at age 75. I believe Corbin uses 1095 and 203E for his damascus? Thanks for sharing! :thumbup: