Thanks for all the compliments and comments, really.
It's a very interesting juxtaposition of styles or even periods.
If the handle weren't ivory(?) and with mosiac pins I would be less inclined to think they go together but as it is I think it's a stunning piece.
Nice work and good idea.
SBranson, the handle material is ivory micarta. Thanks for the compliments.
The bolster looks as though it was created to be engraved and IMO the knife greatly benefits from it.
Kevin, you are correct. I spoke with Jerry specifically about having one of his knives engraved. He built this one, after much pleading, with engraving in mind (all the while reminding me that bolsters are a major pain in the butt, lol.)
Very classy engraving. I don`t think the Hossom needed it, but it sure does look good.
Thanks Keith. I absolutely agree with you that Jerry's knives certainly don't "need" embellishment. I have quite a few Hossoms and love them all, just as Jerry made them. He would be the first to argue for function over aesthetics. I do use a number of his blades, and can testify to their stellar performance --- especially in the areas of balance, speed, and strength of the edge.
This particular knife isn't likely to get used. At most it might get carried to some gathering of knife aficionados. But likely it will live in a case on the wall, a momento of my friendship with Jerry. As such, I wanted it to have a little "upgrade" in the aesthetic value.
Peter, the sheath is my work. I tried hard to make it a nice one, thanks for noticing.
