New One: Tanto Influenced Bushknife

Rick Marchand

Rick Marchand

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Just finished this one for an upcoming show... no sheath yet... sorry, I jumped the gun again!

5160 Mat'l, handforged
16" overall
10" cutting edge
1/4" spine
integral "faux" bolster
distressd oak handle with jute wrap
brass pins

Hope you like it.
Rick

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I distress it myself..... and I always feel really bad, afterward.... believe me... lol.


Rick
 
Beautiful Knife Rick, Sure Nuff a Forged Work of Art from the Wilder Tool's Forge, I really like the Blade Style of this one and the perfect size Blade & Overall length for a Bush Knife and the Wood & Jute wrapped Handle Is the perfect match, Are you gonna do a Baldric Style Sheath for this Beauty ? Thank's for sharing the picture's, You did a Great Job on this one,
 
I think that bolster is the bee's knees. :thumbup: It also showcases some other personal touches we've come to expect from your work. I like the way the pins are balanced to look good along with the cord-wrap. Keep it up!
 
Are you still able to make this one? I saw a picture from one of the shows last year and you had a really cool sheath for it. I am interested in one.
 
Thanks guys.... pm sent Ken.

Hengelo... I love the look of weathered wood. I scrape at it with a stiff wire brush and smack it around a bit in a drawer filled with tools and hardware. Then I apply a series of stains, followed by random sanding and more banging.... it's a layered effect. This one is mild compared to others that I have done.

Rick
 
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