My twelfth knife

Robert Erickson · Aug 17, 2014

Hi guys, I've been pursuing knife making for about 6 months now. I've done a lot of lurking and hopefully a little learning on this forum. There's an impressive wealth of information and experience here and I'm glad I stumbled upon this forum!
I'm always amazed by the first knives that a lot of guys make. My first one looks like I made it with my eyes closed. I'll post a picture of it for fun. I'm on my twelfth knife and I'm finally getting around to posting some pics to get some feedback. I'm fully hooked on the whole knife making thing and look forward to learning more from you all.
My first: 1/8" O-1 tool steel with Black Mesquite scales

The latest: 3/16" O-1 tool steel with African Blackwood scales

Thanks!
Robert Erickson

DukeHarley · Aug 17, 2014

Very nice clean look. I'd carry it!!!

Jay

i4Marc · Aug 17, 2014

You've come a long way! Your first was very nice but needed more attention to the final details. You have that all worked out and your latest looks very slick and professional. Great job.

Robert Erickson · Aug 18, 2014

Thanks guys!

wwells20 · Aug 18, 2014

I agree with all said and like antlerhog, I'd carry one of those.:thumbup:

Bob Ohlemann · Aug 18, 2014

Very nice! No doubt, some serious progress from number one to number twelve.

Bob

Hengelo_77 · Aug 19, 2014

That's a good looking knife

PT Doc · Aug 19, 2014

Very nice. That mesquite is nice and dark. Is all mesquite like this? Thanks

Robert Erickson · Aug 20, 2014

PT Doc said:
Very nice. That mesquite is nice and dark. Is all mesquite like this? Thanks

Thank you! That is black mesquite. I bought it from Jantz for around $10. There are other varieties of mesquite that are lighter...Honey mesquite I think.