Mid-range Bubinga Bowie

[Karl B. Andersen]

One for the Blade Show, if I can hang onto it!
Not a full length "chopper", but I think it'll get the job done, regardless.
Stabilized curly bubinga take-down handle. Fully file shaped to fit the faceted spacer and butt cap. Both butt cap and guard have poilished facets, leaving the flat surfaces satin finished. I like this as it gives the hardware a "jeweled" look.
1/2 length un-sharpened clip.
A 7 1/2" differentially heat treated and satin hand-rubbed 5160 blade forged down from 1 inch square stock.
Overall length of 12 1/2" not including finial.
I had a lot of fun on this one!
Thanks for letting me share.

 

[raylaconico]

I really like it Karl. I think it's one of my favorites from you. Great job:thumbup:

 

[Matthew Gregory]

Karl, the level of depth you achieve on the wood handles of your knives is simply astonishing! I really love the shape and style of all of your knives, but without a doubt the one detail that always leaves me dumbfounded with your work is the wood. WONDERFUL!