Mammoth Ivory concerns...

[KCkc]

OK, I just got my MI Mnandi.

But here are my concerns :
1. is it a fragile material that will crack like a MOP if not babied/dropped/accidentally banged against a hard surface ?
2. will it shrink ?
3. I heard it does not like moisture much and will warp or shrink, any thoughts ?

I am thinking of returning it, even though I LOVE IT A LOT. But given the fact that I expect to use it as EDC in my pocket (light perspiration in humid Los Angeles) and will cut things, etc, am I on the wrong track for material selection ? Should I pick African Blackwood instead ?

I do not intend to have this one left in a humidor box for periodic OOOOs & aaaahhhss.

BTW, I love my micarta and have been spoiled by its ruggedness.

 

[Dan K]

yes, it will crack if you bang it around, no it wont shrink. I really dont know anything about the model you have , but I have several knives with the "Bark" ivory. It is more costly, but much harder than the core material of the tusk. It wears better,but is more fragle. Unless you have plans of being careless with the knife, I wouldn't worry too much. Do not leave it laying around unattended though. It WILL grow legs!!!!
Dan