One for the Little Rock Show

Daniel Koster

Daniel Koster

www.kosterknives.com
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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I'll have this one on my person at the Arkansas Custom Knife Show tomorrow.

It is a collaboration between myself and Clint Chisan - he did the Damascus and Blade/guard, I did the handle.

I'm posting this here because I promised the guys at the MWKK04 I would when it was finished - remember seeing this blade blank, guys? Well, here it is finished.

Enjoy!

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8.5" of 1084 & 15N20
Copper fittings
Stabilized Chechen Burl spacer
Stabilized Curly Maple



Sorry for the low quality pic....just tossed it on the counter for a quick shot.
 
Awesome blade Daniel, way to go.

James
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thanks, guys.....seems like every once in a while I get a knife that develops into a love/hate relationship. This is one of those. I really like it....love it....but I'll be happy when it's gone.
 
Daniel, that's amazing. You are very talented. Thanks for sharing. Why the hate part of love/hate? Just so much work/trouble?
 
Dan?

You are making works of art. It's a pleasure to see your craftsmanship evolve.
 
I know what you mean Dan. It seems like you get some knives that want to be made, and some that will fight you every step of the way.
 
There's a lot to it, cog.

If I love it too much...I can't let it go. Sometimes despite hating it so much, I can't let those go either (from having learned so much)...ie., the Pass Around Moose Knife (do a search).

Sometimes the knife is entirely a pleasure - smooth sailing, start to finish. Makes me feel like a pro.

Other times (mostly when I'm learning or stretching my wings a bit) I am wrought with frustration....beset with setbacks....riddled with screw-ups!

For this one - it all started when I broke 3 (Yes, THREE) drill bits trying to drill through the chechen burl. It gets worse - the last one broke off inside the wood. Took an hour to get it out. I nearly threw in the towel.....

But somehow, I always manage through the adversities. It's a part of the process that is necessary. So, for that reason, I tolerate it....and hopefully, let it affect me...help me grow.

Yeah...that's a good analogy - growing pains. Hurts, but at the end of the day, you're better off....stronger...taller...


The love in this particular project came from seeing the finished product - and the colors coming together. I've had this blade for 2 years. It's been a long haul....several designs....I always wanted to use copper, though. I finally found two stabilized woods that look good next to each other, as well as next to the copper.

Then dealing with the shape/size of the tang...led me to a slightly different handle design...yeah, I know...not a true departure...I tried!....but just didn't feel right in my hand.
 
Dan, that is really nice. When can we expect Damascus from Daniel Koster hunh? :D
 
Hey Dan, I've got this little YCS...

I really like that copper, it's a very good look.
 
Holy Toledo!!!!

email sent on purdy nife.




:( Tried to send chicklets instead of payment, transaction refused but the real karma is there anyway Dan.
 
You really are a stickler for perfection, Dan... :) I want to see some khuks in the near future too! Keep us informed about your projects, and future ones too. Please tell us a bit about the knife -- measurements, heat treatments, steel types, etc., etc. It's your time in the limelight, Dan, so make the best of it. I for one am very interested! :cool:

P.S. Did you ever settle on a logo, or are you sticking with the Dead Kennedys style? :eek:
 
That really is outstanding Dan. It's great to see your progression of works. You've really got the fire in your belly.
Congratulations!

Steve
 
Very, very nice Dan. Looks like it would feel good in the hand. Where is the balance point? Just wondering if it was harder to get the balance where you wanted it since you used the spacers or easier. Great piece of wood that goes well with the blade. Thanks for sharing.
 
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