Kerry Hampton Knives

Mad_Maxx · Mar 27, 2011

what size is that one? less then 4"? looks...I don't know....too good maybe? man am I envious, lanny's clip, wharnie ans beautiful stag together, can't imnagine the quality and craftsmanship behind, saw too many good ones recently

compliments guys, you have my respect!

Maxx

cnas122 · Mar 27, 2011

Mad_Maxx said:
what size is that one? less then 4"? looks...I don't know....too good maybe? man am I envious, lanny's clip, wharnie ans beautiful stag together, can't imnagine the quality and craftsmanship behind, saw too many good ones recently

compliments guys, you have my respect!

Maxx

Comes in at about 3.75", which is what I consider the perfect EDC size.

Mad_Maxx · Mar 27, 2011

cnas122 said:
Comes in at about 3.75", which is what I consider the perfect EDC size.

me too lately, have a few in that size and it's really perfect
cheers
Maxx

schiesz · Mar 27, 2011

pepemrtnz said:
I think I might have dreams about this one. GREAT job on this pattern Kerry! Can't wait until my number comes up...

That really is an incredible one. I think the wharncliffe trapper may be my favorite pattern as well.

KnifeHead · Mar 28, 2011

Here's some spec's and additional images of the knife above:

3 7/8", A2 (etched), '70s Westinghouse ivory paper micarta, bolsters n caps, bigballs shield.

http://knifehead.com/images/khampton-378WestIPMlannys7-1.jpg

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I'm really liking A2 as a great, honest all-around working steel. From a maker's standpoint it is great to work; it is plentiful, relatively inexpensive, and it's easy to grind and sharpen. I got very nice edge on this one after 400 grit belt - extra fine diamond - fine Arkansas - fine ceramic. Of course, it helps to grind them thin.

sextant · Mar 28, 2011

KnifeHead said:
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I'm really liking A2 as a great, honest all-around working steel. From a maker's standpoint it is great to work; it is plentiful, relatively inexpensive, and it's easy to grind and sharpen. I got very nice edge on this one after 400 grit belt - extra fine diamond - fine Arkansas - fine ceramic. Of course, it helps to grind them thin.

That sounds like the perfect steel to me, too! I bet it's super sharp

And I love that etched look :thumbup:
Great knife - congrats!

Mad_Maxx · Mar 28, 2011

I love A2 steel, holds incredibly and sharpens very easily, if you use a strop and compound it gets "sick sharp"
I like that one Kerry, non a fan of the ivory colour but I like the knife

do you use A2 in satin? or only blued?
Maxx

KnifeHead · Mar 28, 2011

Mad_Maxx said:
...do you use A2 in satin? or only blued?
Maxx

Most of the A2 blades I do are etched but I have done them with a 220 grit belt finish. I suppose it would take a 800 grit hand rubbed finish as well.

Mad_Maxx · Mar 28, 2011

KnifeHead said:
Most of the A2 blades I do are etched but I have done them with a 220 grit belt finish. I suppose it would take a 800 grit hand rubbed finish as well.

good news good news Kerry
it will take a fine finish, finished a bark river in A2 to 1200 grit once, was completely scratched and gave it a hand rub (not like yours of course) and came very nice, edge shines very easily when stropped on compound

Maxx

bodydamage · Mar 28, 2011

I sharpen all my stuff on a homemade strop with rough side out rubbed with green on one side then smooth side out with no compound on the other. I havent met a steel yet that wont get ridiculously sharp on that as long as its ready for it.

Oh BTW KH. The ivory was just the color I was after. Thanks again sir.

bakerg2g · Mar 28, 2011

That Ivory Micarta "LC" is really a great looking
knife. It looks like it's ready to do some cutting.
Congrats to you both.

-Kerry you finished that Micarta out perfect!
looks awesome buddy.

Jason

texasflyfisher · Mar 28, 2011

Those jeans just keep getting lighter and lighter and more torn up.

Oh yeah, that LC is pretty sweet! :thumbup:

KnifeHead · Mar 28, 2011

texasflyfisher said:
Those jeans just keep getting lighter and lighter and more torn up.

Oh yeah, that LC is pretty sweet! :thumbup:

Those jeans are on permanent loan to KnifeHead Images Studio. It's my fav backdrop.

VCM3 · Mar 31, 2011

I was looking through pictures,posting one,in the "What knife are you carrying today" thread.
I found this from Kerry.Its a great knife :thumbup: & this is a cool pic

,IMHO

Thanks!
-Vince

Will Power · Mar 31, 2011

That Ivory Micarta and A2 has USE ME etched all over it!

Looks impressive.

KnifeHead · Apr 2, 2011

JAlexander said:
K. Hampton Back Pocket, hard at work.

James

cnas122 said:
Put it to good use this morning. Beginnings of a fire drill

I really like seeing how you all are using these knives I've made. It's way more gratifying knowing I have made a useful tool rather than a wall hanger. Thanks for posting up the using pix....any others?

rprocter · Apr 2, 2011

Kerry, you are absolutely "on top of your game" here. Your knives have such a commanding and graceful presence. I look forward to my "Hampton Time".
roland

wagglebee · Apr 2, 2011

KnifeHead said:
Thanks for posting up the using pix....any others?

I promise to post plenty as soon as you make my knife...hint, hint.

cnas122 · Apr 3, 2011

KnifeHead said:
I really like seeing how you all are using these knives I've made. It's way more gratifying knowing I have made a useful tool rather than a wall hanger. Thanks for posting up the using pix....any others?

How's this...the coffee wasn't flowing out of the cup fast enough so I used your LC to make a larger vent hole

KnifeHead · Apr 3, 2011

Thanks, CNasty...when my time is up here on this Earth, I can go knowing I made a knife you can stab into the top of your Starbucks. You complete me. :yawn: