Leg Bone Period Knife

[G L Drew]

Trying to stay with tradition, I built this one as close as possible to photos I have seen. The leg bone was found near a friend's farm and could be from a sheep or a white tail. I did not force a patina on the blade (after all when the old time blacksmiths finished a knife, I'm sure it was shiny like this) but I can stain the blade a light gray if anyone wants.

Forged from 1095
Flat grind finished with a fine Scotch Bright belt
Bone handle dyed and embellished with brass and rawhide
Overall length: 12 1/2 inches
Blade: 7 3/4 inches
Leather scabbard (no belt loop)

$165 delivered to the US or Canada. My PayPal account is gldrewknives@gmail.com Please contact me for other payment methods or overseas shipping.

 

[drducati]

Very nice Gerry! Great period piece!

 

[WilsonKnives]

Nice Gerry... You must have a TON of FUN with your making....

 

[G L Drew]

Sure do, Mike. A good retirement is keeping busy doing something that you like!

 

[BRAINESTORM]

I like this one. Whats retired.?
Busy now , more then ever, 10 knives started , little time to finish..