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F. Accawi

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Hi All,

I just completed work on three new Durendal Models. Here are some photos see what you think. http://AcreMetalworks.com

Durendal Rex Light
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Durendal with Infinity Sheath
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Standard Durendal
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The Durendal knife is a stock removal line that I make. They are made of 5160 steel. Blade is 5" with an overall length of 9&7/8 inches 3/8ths" thick. They are not a production knife, I make them by hand.

Cheers,
Fuad
http://www.AcreMetalworks.com
 
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All three look great, but I love that top one. The handle is really cool. I like the way your maker's mark is visible through a hole in the handle.
 
Dawkind said:
Great looking knives and extremely clean work....:thumbup:
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Thank You Dawkind,

I hadn't heard that Jody was gone. His work was one of my biggest inspirations when I was just a kid. No one else's work reached me in the way his did. A true loss.

Regards,
Fuad
 
NIce work Fuad!!

They all look good ,:thumbup: ...........

........ BUT, I really like the bottom one ......

..................................as it will soon be in my hands:D
 
kawanin said:
NIce work Fuad!!

They all look good ,:thumbup: ...........

........ BUT, I really like the bottom one ......

..................................as it will soon be in my hands:D
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The bottom one is the classic. Those are good hands to be in I'm sure!

Cheers,
Fuad
 
Tell us more about these blades Fuad...I know you list differential heat treat on your site, but how so, and I am sure this blade would be able to perform well as a camp , general purpose all around knife, for a variety of duties..and not that I would be cutting 1" steel plate in half;)...

But, give me an idea of toughness of this blade..for example, suitable for batoning through wood for kindling and the like?

Thanks for what ever additional input , info on this particular blade, as I am REALLY looking forward to handling this 3/8" thick beauty ( of a knife that is;)......

How did you come up with the name?..It reminds me of 'durable'


Thanks !
 
kawanin said:
Tell us more about these blades Fuad...I know you list differential heat treat on your site, but how so, and I am sure this blade would be able to perform well as a camp , general purpose all around knife, for a variety of duties..and not that I would be cutting 1" steel plate in half;)...

But, give me an idea of toughness of this blade..for example, suitable for batoning through wood for kindling and the like?

Thanks for what ever additional input , info on this particular blade, as I am REALLY looking forward to handling this 3/8" thick beauty ( of a knife that is;)......

How did you come up with the name?..It reminds me of 'durable'
Thanks !
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Hi Kawanin,

I'll start with the name http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durendal. 1" plate might be pushing it a little bit, but if you were to apply yourself a car door could be within your grasp. This knife can be used to split wood etc. if you use something to drive it through- a wooden club does nicely, although I had a fellow that was in construction that was partial to using his framing hammer on his. Even though I make this knife by stock removal method I use the same heat treating techniques that I would on any forged competition chopper. I thermal cycle the blade to ensure that the grain size is reduced (Even though you're using new premium steels it doesn't mean that it is in it's best grain state), and double quench each blade. I like to harden the blade 5/8ths-3/4" high. Once this is done the blade is tempered, finish ground, and polished. It makes for a really tough knife that has a really low chance of ever failing its owner. I designed this knife to really live up to its name. Please let me know if you have any other questions or if I missed anything.

Cheers,
Fuad
http://www.AcreMetalworks.com
 
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Thanks Fuad...........

Very cool story behind the name! And from the looks of your durendal, The legend continues.....:cool:

I appreciate the info...be talking to you............

David
 
I just received my Durendal in the mail today.......Fuad, this is one INCREDIBLE piece of steel!!:D

Guys and Gals, this thing is amazing...THREE EIGHTHS THICK 5160 stock, and full flat ground to a razor sharp edge...Perfect symetrical grinds all around, full 3/8" nicely rounded spine from butt of handle to about 1" past the thumb rest file work ,then the swedge starts and gradually tapers down to the tip.

The thumb rest and under handle saw cuts make for a secure grip and will make a very nice all around using blade.

The basic leather sheath I selected makes a nice low profile carry on my belt and is well crafted piece also...

This is just an amazing piece of work for a no frills blade, ..

..... Fuad, If you get a chance, maybe you could post some in the hand pics or a spine shot to show :thumbup:...I have got to learn how to post pics here!

I am very proud to be the owner of this blade:D !.....

............Many Thanks Fuad!!
 
kawanin said:
I just received my Durendal in the mail today.......Fuad, this is one INCREDIBLE piece of steel!!:D

Guys and Gals, this thing is amazing...THREE EIGHTHS THICK 5160 stock, and full flat ground to a razor sharp edge...Perfect symetrical grinds all around, full 3/8" nicely rounded spine from butt of handle to about 1" past the thumb rest file work ,then the swedge starts and gradually tapers down to the tip.

The thumb rest and under handle saw cuts make for a secure grip and will make a very nice all around using blade.

The basic leather sheath I selected makes a nice low profile carry on my belt and is well crafted piece also...

This is just an amazing piece of work for a no frills blade, ..

..... Fuad, If you get a chance, maybe you could post some in the hand pics or a spine shot to show :thumbup:...I have got to learn how to post pics here!

I am very proud to be the owner of this blade:D !.....

............Many Thanks Fuad!!
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Hi David,

You've made my day. I always do my level best to deliver more than what is expected these days. To hear comments like these makes me feel like the hard work and thought that goes into my knives is worthwhile. I hope you enjoy using your knife, and that it is a trusted companion for many years to come.

Warmest Regards,
Fuad
http://www.AcreMetalworks.com

Shot of guard detail
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Another angle
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Those all look great, but I particularly like the first one. :thumbup:

Roger
 
JeepinMatt said:
Wow, very very nice!
Just out of curiosity, how much do they weigh?
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I put mine on an old postal scale I have and it registers about 13.5 ounces,
so , 2 to 3 oz. shy of a one pounder!

The balance point is right where the thumb cuts end towards rear of handle, so it is slightly handle heavy, but it feels good to me.

it is a substantial blade for sure.

I plan on using it for most anything a knife would be used for, but I am really hoping to score some more hogs this year and try it out as a skinning/butchering blade.
for being a naked/skeleton type blade ( no handle material) I really like the 3/8 " thickness for something to hang on to and 'fill' your hand

I know how most of us go gaga over a new blade, but this thing is really impressing me!

the flat 'V' grind starts right at the spine, so the 'using part of the blade edge is really no different than a 'thinnner stock knife' with the same grind if that makes sense to you....it slices right through paper....

Matt Lamey is making me a 3/8" thick chopper right now, but this one is the first I have ever held in this size,
I do own a 5/16" thick Bill Siegle chopper that is a beast also, but again, this one by Fuad is a more general /practicle all around type using blade that I can carry daily VS one of the BIG choppers......

thanks for the additional pics Fuad..............if you could post one shown looking down on the spine and swedge, that would cover it pretty well.....otherwise I am going to have to get busy learning with a camera ....
 
RogerP said:
Those all look great, but I particularly like the first one. :thumbup:

Roger
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Thanks Roger,

The version with scales is going to be something that I'll do more of. The interesting thing about the scaled version is that it's actually lighter than the original. The handle has been perforated heavily and eases up the heft quite a bit. I've done all steel versions where the blade will balance at the plunge line but it is a 6" blade instead of a 5"er. I need to make the next one out of Damascus with premo scales.:)

Balanced Competition Knife .400 thick. Bill Wiggins cut the 2x4 in three licks at Bowie's last fall.
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Cheers,
Fuad
http://www.AcreMetalworks.com
 
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