JK Original

[Rockywolf]

I was fortunate enough to name this knife and I have #2 in a limited run. I'm going to do a more extensive test later, along with a few other JKs I own. I spent some time working on the convex edge today since I am really learning how to sharpen them after years of trial and error.

I have a love of fat handles and this baby is nice in the hand and with a short blade, it feels nimble and yet VERY capable of any task it tackles.

Here are a few intro photos...not the best quality, but you get the idea.

 

[TPVT]

nice knife rockywolf. love that handle. what are the specs?

 

[Rockywolf]

3/16 thick, with a one inch thick handle! 4 in long blade and handle the same.

 

[TPVT]

sounds about perfect! thanks for sharing.

 

[Rockywolf]

sounds about perfect! thanks for sharing.

It's a great knife. Spreads peanut butter as well as batons.

 

[KYenglish]

Another good looking one, thanks again, love the pictures.

 

[mqqn]

Hi Rockywolf -

Great knife!

Here is a picture of the Original Original - the first knife that John made, and it is on the wall of his shop; the inspiration for the Original limited run.

Your copy has IPE handles if I remember -

My copy has maple burl -

best regards -

mqqn

 

[Rockywolf]

Yep. Ipe. I coated mine with clear varnish and have used it in wet conditions to good use. The fat handle works well with mittens.

 

[mqqn]

To the top for Joliet Jeff -

best

mqqn

 

[Joliet Jeff]

There's just something about this knife in my hand. I bought it for my father in-law but I'm not sure it's going to make it to him lol! Thanks for the bump mqqn

 

[mqqn]

Yes - your's is a very fine example -

best

mqqn

 

[Rockywolf]

Nice. Great knife. I don't use mine very much- my phoenix gets the most time....or my JK scandi...

 

[mqqn]

Hi Rockwolf -

I admit that mine is unused as yet - I know it would be an excellent all around knife, but I have a few I use in the kitchen.

I will have to get it out and give it some love someday soon.

best

mqqn

 

[Tahts-a-dats-ago]

Yes - your's is a very fine example -

best

mqqn

I absolutely love this knife.

 

[Rockywolf]

Bumping this. I dug mine out today and stropped it a few times, then put it in my bag to drag around on the errands today. This knife is truly bombproof. The pics above may entice a few of you to order one--you will NOT be disappointed.

 

[1066vik]

my JK-O next to my first JK -- the "big" bushcrafter.

it's been camping and hiking with me a few times this winter.
absolutely love the heft and balance.

 

[Rockywolf]

Very nice! It's a capable knife. Thanks for sharing.

 

[cbach8tw]

There is something just classic about that original knife, great lines and calls out begin to be used.

 

[mqqn]

I am glad this one came to the top again -

I have one more knife to sell for Hanna - and guess what it is????

Re-introducing JK Original #4 from the limited run -

best

mqqn