New Chinook III....well kind of

[joe-bob]

Is it just me, or is that a big crack in the wood going forward from the front screw hole?

 

[goillini]

I saw that knife on Flickr yesterday during my regular Spyderco search.

 

[Starwolf]

Beautiful knife John, not my style but sweet nonetheless

 

[JTR357]

Is it just me, or is that a big crack in the wood going forward from the front screw hole?

I see what you're talking about,but I couldn't tell you first hand,as it's not in my possesion yet.

Maybe Phillip can let us know....even if it is,I'm sure it's sealed & at least as strong as the wood.

 

[JB3]

I agree,It would look nicer overall,but I like having a black clip.It doesn't show so obviously when clipped to the pocket.QUOTE]

Absolutely right! Black clips don't stand out as much from a distance.

 

[Phillip Dobson]

Yeah, there is a crack there. It shows up much better in the photos than it does under most lighting. The crack either formed when the wood was growing, or when it was dried. It wasn't caused by the pivot hole. In any case, it has been sealed so it won't propagate. I don't like to hide cracks and voids that are natural to the wood. I just seal them so that there aren't any structural weaknesses.

Phillip

 

[nphelps4130]

That is super nice!
Wow - really awesome and fine work!