My First Knife Design - A Bushcrafter

Wow! Thanks guys.....this is some GREAT feedback.

Rockywolf said:
I like it. I am a sucker for beefier blades and a scani grind. Ever consider angling the front edge of the handle, similar to the Koster?
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I had originally planned to. However, I was liking the way it came out, and just left it.

As many have suggested, I am going to go ahead and bring the grind back closer to the handle. However, I kind of like the curvature of the blade. But, more testing will tell.

Fiddleback said:
Its really nice Brian!! I like it and it was skillfully made obviously. I like the blade shape too. Scandi isn't my choice of grinds. But it looks like you've got the grinding of one down.

What I've found about making new models of knives is that you shape a handle till you think you've got it "perfect" and smooth it and finish it up like you're done. Then wait a day or so, go back into the shop, get a half-round bastard file and go at the handle again. Feel around the knife for squre points, or angles. You'll thank yourself for that second go at the handle. I'm not criticizing. Your handle looks great. But this has always improved every one of my humble knives.
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Heck, criticize away, and keep doing it :D I have made one knife, and will probably never make as many as you. I REALLY appreciate the feedback and will do exactly as you have said.

Flotsam said:
I like it - reminds me a lot of my Muskrat Man bushcrafter.

muskrat man bushcraft
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Yes. I love that knife as well. Although, I believe it is a hard one to come by these days too!

Jeff H said:
Nice job, Brian. I have gone that same route myself and have wanted to try one of my designs with a Scandi. Are you going to offer this model in your store? I'm a sucker for a Bushcraft blade and am "with you" on the combination of features. Nice.
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I wasn't really planning too. But, with the amount of feedback I have received, I just might. I need to work out a few of my "building" details though.

stingray4540 said:
P.S. Great job on the grind too. Did you free hand it, or did you make a jig to get the proper angle and make it consistent?
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This one was done with a not very good fixture. I just finished making a nice fixture would should give me better results on the next one.

Thanks again for all the ideas. If you have any more.....keep them coming.

B
 
Lots of good info in this thread! I would probably mirror what others have said. Bringing down the front of the slabs at the beginning of the blade would be neat, to facilitate a better thumbs-up/chest grip hold. I think a palm swell along the spine to coincide with the curves of the side-swells would be super cool too. And of course bringing the grind back.
 
Dude, that is sweet! I like it. so when are we gonna see "knifemaker" under your name and how many have sent PM asking for one :D I am tempted!

Cerberus ;)
 
Another:thumbup:!!! A bushcrafter with a little bit of a belly-I like it! You could sell a ton of those.
 
nice knife, you did aweome for a 1st knife, heck could of lied to us and said it was your 100th, i would of believed ya. good job
 
looks like a really sweet job, well executed.

it looks like you have succeeded in doing what i have been thinking about for a while now...

a really hand filling handle, a constant curved cutting edge, good width blade, with a scandi grind.

your rendition looks better than the picture in my head though, by far.

very well done.
 
I thought I'd already posted here, but I guess not.

I can do nothing but agree wholeheartedly with all the previous positive comments. Excellent job, Brian!

Doc
 
Great looking knife Brian and They really felt good in my hand even with out the scales on. Your next one could be a cord wrapped one maybe:D

Take care and chat with you later,

Bryan
 
Yeah, it looks great. Right up my alley. As others have said, put me on the list:D
 
Cool! THe first few strokes with the file on what you've considered to be a finished handle are the hardest... Once you believe you're really improving things it gets easier.
 
Way to go Brian.

I am glad to see you able to get the details you want for your own use in your knives. Nothing like being able to get a design "JUST" the way you want it for your needs.

.... and being able to put that awesome KMG to work. :thumbup:
 
SpookyPistolero said:
Lots of good info in this thread! I would probably mirror what others have said. Bringing down the front of the slabs at the beginning of the blade would be neat,
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I think this is especially true of smaller blades. Koster does it very well. I like a handle that tapers down towards the blade instead of dropping off like Niagra falls. A slimmer handle in this area lets you get the blade closer to what you are cutting.

And if you want an easy trick for shaping and smoothing handles pick up some abrasive plumbers mesh. It comes in about a 30 foot roll and is 180 grit. It works great for the "shoeshine" method. When it wears out it is perfect for smoothing out the curvy areas quickly. The stuff is double sided and doesn't clog up like sandpaper.
 
Awesome design. The fit and finish looks fantastic for a 1st knife. Congrats and keep up the great work. :thumbup:
 
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