Mirabile X Mas Kwaiken

[JParanee]

Most know I have a pension for large knives

But alas I've been relegated to a much more public lifestyle with work etc and my EDC's have grown progressively smaller

In a small utility/defense type blade I have always been a fan of the Japanese styled Kwaikens. Modern and classical.

I have been carrying these style knives for almost 30 years

When David sent me pics of the Harpoon Fighting Bowie that I posted here earlier in the month I noticed a lovely little Kwaiken that embodied David's wonderful style

A timeless wicked look that David captures through his meddling of ancient and modern materials with a strong reliance on performance enhancing characteristics that sets his work apart from the pack

This little gem incorporates some of the last of his supply of Lightening Strike Carbon Fiber and Walrus Ivory with a traditional over wrap of carbon fiber Ito

The blade is comprised of a 2 bar high layer explosion pattern Damascus that has a toothy wicked edge

A real scalpel

Since a blade is only as good as its carry method he finished it up with a well made double stitch heavy welt horizontal cross draw carry sheath

A wonderful classy addition to my Kwaiken Collection

 

[JParanee]

Notice the strong curvature

This enhances cutting ability

Since a knife is only as good as it carries and this knife carries very well

 

[Eric Kidwell]

Awesome Joe!

 

[Mike157]

That is very nice Joe. Such a fine blending of materials, craftsmanship and style. I'm liking every last detail - which is what David excels at. Mike

 

[Lorien]

sweet knife, Joe bro! You gonna make it out to Seattle this spring?

 

[JParanee]

Thanks guys

Lorien

I do the Blade Show , Vegas and the NY/NJ shows

Hopefully some day I will make it out there

 

[Jon Brand]

Thats a really cool piece. I'd love to carry something like that, but a knife like that is probably only as good as the how much the owner knows how to use it. =) The walrus cap is such a cool touch.

 

[JParanee]

Thats a really cool piece. I'd love to carry something like that, but a knife like that is probably only as good as the how much the owner knows how to use it. =) The walrus cap is such a cool touch.

Jon

Training is always imperative but let me add this

So you know how many people that have defended themselves with every sort of knife imaginable with out training since the dawn of time

Hand a 10 year old little girl a trainer and tell her to not let you take it away from her

my littlest would cut the hell out of you

In all seriousness any knife is better than scratching your attacker to death

 

[Jon Brand]

Or tickling.

 

[Doug C]

Classy blending of old and new !
Congrats, Joe.

Doug

 

[Redsnake1997]

Very cool Joe! It carries almost exactly like my J Knight Jurassic B&T that is on my belt 95% of the time.

Agreed about the training part. I wish I had the opportunity to learn f/someone who know's what they're doing... but like you said, I could cut the crap out of someone if they were trying to disarm me (unless they have great Ninja skills)... then I'm screwed anyway.

 

[Will York]

Wicked blade and very sleek--certainly makes a statement. His style is very much his own, and it works. :thumbup:

 

[evanPGH]

Jon

Training is always imperative but let me add this

So you know how many people that have defended themselves with every sort of knife imaginable with out training since the dawn of time

Hand a 10 year old little girl a trainer and tell her to not let you take it away from her

my littlest would cut the hell out of you

In all seriousness any knife is better than scratching your attacker to death

This is a great point.

Also a great knife, nice score Joe! I'm not a damascus person but this pattern is very nice. It doesn't scream at you letting you know it's damascus.

Great lines, materials and workmanship as is to be expected of the maker. May it serve you well!

 

[erik markman]

Very cool.
I am not into japanese stuff at all but a kwaiken is on my list.

 

[Dawkind]

Great knife my friend and wonderful photos, too.....I see you've got my ring on!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

[Erik Fritz]

Joe, who made your spare ammo carrier?

 

[JParanee]

Thank you all

Erik that one is a Galco

 

[JParanee]

Great knife my friend and wonderful photos, too.....I see you've got my ring on!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Dudley when I die you will be fighting my daughters for that one

You know what they say about diamonds

 

[Shaw Blades]

Nice piece

 

[BenR.T.]

I have always enjoyed seeing David's work, really inspiring stuff. Thanks for sharing Joe.