New edc fixed blade help

[Crag the Brewer]

I have to say, what a fantastic looking knife! The handle design and blade profile both look exceptional. That must be a pleasure to get work done with.

Thanks.... I love the comments!
It's a smaller profile that I use and work with when I use that particular type of steel.
I've made numerous blade shapes with that handle, and everyone seems to like them.
Normally I don't sculpt them as much as this, especially when I make them out of micarta (micarta i tend to keep them thinner/slabs), but when using woods I sometimes go thicker, and carve in some nice, sexy Curves... haha :/


*edit I'm really Hard and abusive with this knife. I refer to her as my Beater.....
It's one of my knives that I don't treat well.... I'll cut and stab almost Anything

 

[Usafixedblade]

Thanks.... I love the comments!
It's a smaller profile that I use and work with when I use that particular type of steel.
I've made numerous blade shapes with that handle, and everyone seems to like them.
Normally I don't sculpt them as much as this, especially when I make them out of micarta (micarta i tend to keep them thinner/slabs), but when using woods I sometimes go thicker, and carve in some nice, sexy Curves... haha :/


*edit I'm really Hard and abusive with this knife. I refer to her as my Beater.....
It's one of my knives that I don't treat well.... I'll cut and stab almost Anything

How thick is that particular blade and what is the average thickness you work with.








Thanks everyone for the input

 

[Crag the Brewer]

How thick is that particular blade and what is the average thickness you work with.








Thanks everyone for the input

That particular one is just less than .070"
It's surprisingly ridged for as long and thin it is. It will absolutely Not take a set when flexed, Ever.... Most certainly could break with how Hard it is 64-66HRC, but wont take a set. It would snap.... haha.
It's hard to tell, but I have what I call a shovel tip on it. (I'm not really known for super pointy knives) It's Very sharp at the tip, just not pointy
But she Will take a pounding for sure... When this picture was taken I was grilling outside, early this last Fall/Winter. I went out on the waters edge and stabbed through over 4" deep of ice. I made a hole big enough to stick my arm into the water.....Even though this steel is brittle, it's Tough too.


I don't really like thick knives anymore. I used to, but I currently don't. Thin wins!
5/32 is about as thick as I go. Most are around .125"
I usually like Tough steels. My opinion is that why use fancy, tough or high alloy steels, and have thick edges on them? Seems wrong.... :/

I'm starting a big project for a buddy due this Fall..... his knives need to be 3/16" thick.
It's going to be a shock how heavy that is. Hahaha

 

[Usafixedblade]

That particular one is just less than .070"
It's surprisingly ridged for as long and thin it is. It will absolutely Not take a set when flexed, Ever.... Most certainly could break with how Hard it is 64-66HRC, but wont take a set. It would snap.... haha.
It's hard to tell, but I have what I call a shovel tip on it. (I'm not really known for super pointy knives) It's Very sharp at the tip, just not pointy
But she Will take a pounding for sure... When this picture was taken I was grilling outside, early this last Fall/Winter. I went out on the waters edge and stabbed through over 4" deep of ice. I made a hole big enough to stick my arm into the water.....Even though this steel is brittle, it's Tough too.


I don't really like thick knives anymore. I used to, but I currently don't. Thin wins!
5/32 is about as thick as I go. Most are around .125"
I usually like Tough steels. My opinion is that why use fancy, tough or high alloy steels, and have thick edges on them? Seems wrong.... :/

I'm starting a big project for a buddy due this Fall..... his knives need to be 3/16" thick.
It's going to be a shock how heavy that is. Hahaha

How’d the tip hold up to that ice? I couldn’t be sure of photo was before or after.

I’ve snapped tips off of two ka bars I had stabbing at wood (sort of ruined my idea of ka bar). So I’m now intrigued with your ice stabbing.

 

[gooeytek]

For less than $200 you can get a fixed custom with sheath that you can adapt to carry the way you like.
There are lots of great custom knifemakers here. I do have some favorites

 

[Crag the Brewer]

How’d the tip hold up to that ice? I couldn’t be sure of photo was before or after.

I’ve snapped tips off of two ka bars I had stabbing at wood (sort of ruined my idea of ka bar). So I’m now intrigued with your ice stabbing.

Hahah.... I wouldn't of mentioned it If it damaged the point...
(there was no sign of damage)

If I remember tonight, I'll try to take a picture while I'm in the shop

 

[FOG2]

For less than $200 you can get a fixed custom with sheath that you can adapt to carry the way you like.
There are lots of great custom knifemakers here. I do have some favorites

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Gooey is NOT wrong.

Gary W. Graley made the leather parts of this sheath, as well as the Paracord and Fob. And he took this picture of my David Mary custom. All together less than $200.00

 

[Usafixedblade]

That is pretty cool looking. There are certainly a lot of highly skilled craftsmen here and I hope to do business with them some day.

 

[beeinak]

I don’t know what you plan to use the knife for, and I agree with the comments about a custom for a bit more cost. There are some great makers here and I am thrilled with ones I have gotten. If I was looking for a commercially made around edc for close to $100 made in USA, I would consider a Becker BK-18. Strong, stabby, practical. A little shorter than you mentioned but I doubt you would notice for most tasks.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

How’d the tip hold up to that ice? I couldn’t be sure of photo was before or after.

I’ve snapped tips off of two ka bars I had stabbing at wood (sort of ruined my idea of ka bar). So I’m now intrigued with your ice stabbing.

As you can see the middle knife is set up with a more rounded tip compared to "normal"

No dents, chips, or rolls.....



*I also Always recommend DM, even though I make knives too. He's a great guy.
Me, not so much. Haha.

 

[scotto9]

I would recommend looking up who the local knife makers are in your area and buying from them. You’ll be supporting not only US made but also your local community and helping a custom maker provide for their family.