Korth Bowie tang strength

[deltablade]

I recently acquired this knife, and really like the balance, lines, shape, just wish it was flat ground rather than hollow ground.. Yet have been wondering about the strength of the hidden tang. would any of you know how thick/strong the Korth tang is? I guess it would be fine for any cutting task, yet might be challenged for heavy chopping.

 

[hoyer]

Nice score! Obviously early work. I wouldn't worry to much about the tang strength, the Lala's know how to make knives.
thanks for sharing!

 

[deltablade]

thanks, are the Lala's the Korth knifemakers? if so, do you know how to get in touch with them?

 

[bskorth]

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