My take on a Sharpfinger.

[Darrin Sanders]

I added a little length to both the handle and blade and opened up the radius of the spine. The steel is .130" AEB-L and the handle is Desert Ironwood Burl. The pics don't do the wood justice. Its has nice curl and burl and the twisty black lines are unbelievable. Full flat grind with a 500X hand rubbed finish. Questions, comments, & constructive criticism welcomed.

 

[black mamba]

Beautifully done, Darrin. My only question is why the forward placement of the plunge line? Just looks different to me.

 

[RWT]

Very nice

 

[Darrin Sanders]

Beautifully done, Darrin. My only question is why the forward placement of the plunge line? Just looks different to me.

In case the user wants to choke up on the handle and put their forefinger in that area. That may be something I change though. I would like to hear other peoples opinion on this. Whatta y'all say guys, leave the plunge there or move it back?

 

[AVigil]

I feel a large ricasso just takes away from a longer cutting edge. Also the point of most leverage to cut is the edge closet to the handle.

 

[black mamba]

I have used a skinning knife the way you suggest, with forefinger ahead of the guard, but only when there is a finger notch for security. Without a notch to keep my finger back off the edge, I would grip behind the guard.

 

[wolf-man-12]

Short fast & sweet.** Move it back unless you really don't like your "Fingers" all that much.!^^

 

[Mack]

The original Sharpfinger has a similar design and also a safe-choil where the edge doesn't really start for nearly half an inch. It's the only thing I would change about the design for my purposes. I want as much cutting edge as I can get.
Beautiful take on my favorite knife Darrin.

 

[Tahts-a-dats-ago]

Gorgeous knife Darrin.

I'd want the plunge moved back though.

 

[Darrin Sanders]

Thanks for the input guys. I'll move it back on future knives.