Pix from ghostsix -- folder with filework.

Reminds me of Barbra Streisand. Don't care for the type of music she does, but in awe of the technical and artistic expertise with which she does it. Beautiful knife. Just doesn't click with me.
 
It appears to be very nicely done. Did you do that Ghostsix? My father-in-law offers several different types of filework on his knives and it really dresses them up. (my favorite is the rattlesnake) What kind of folder is that? I recognize it but I can't put my finger on it.

Mike
 
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A sweetheart of a knife. Kinda overstated for my tastes though.From what I can see the whole thing is beautifully executed.
I Really do like filework though.Even the very simple work that is done on the Morrocco knives I have adds something to break up the lines and make the knife more sen-su-ous.
Nice pics,Thanks.


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>>>>---¥vsa---->®
The civilized man sleeps behind locked doors in the city while the naked savage sleeps (with a knife) in a open hut in the jungle.
 
I don't know very much about folders or anything else for that matter but this is sure a pretty one.

Uncle Bill
 
The knife is a Micro Tech L-UDT auto.It seemed as though many were unclear on filework so,with Uncle`s help,I thought that all would enjoy this example. The handle is scrimshawed ivory.I did not make it.
It`s hard to see but, the polish is 2,000 grit.
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[This message has been edited by ghostsix (edited 08 July 1999).]
 
I prefer English scroll over european oak leaf type.It does not look so distinctive in person.The important part of the 2,000 grit polish is inside.Over 50 hrs. went into the polish alone.I paid $350. for it.It`s not a khukurie,Bill once again showing that this is not your ordinary forum.All are welcome.

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I am impressed ghost sir!!
2,000 grit polish has to be smoooothh. I would imagine that it needs to be kept pretty dust free to open without something accidently scratching it. I didn't see the scroll as to what it is. This format blows everything up to the 27" tv screen size and it is almost like looking at a photo taken with ASA 1,000 and then enlarged. I may try and print it out as that comes up much clearer for some reason.

I love "Fine" instruments no matter what they are and the polish adds a lot to it for me.

I had an elder friend when I was 13 that carved gunstocks.He was a retired school teacher. This was in Kennewick Washington and he was carvng a beautiful full length Monte Carlo stock from Myrtle Wood for a custom rifle.
It was a beautifully seasoned piece of wood and there was a knot about 1 1/2" dia. where the cheek rest was and some smaller knots toward the forend. He had carved a rose into the large knot and rosebuds into the smaller ones with a trailing stem and leaves running along and under the front. It is wonderful to know that certain crafts and skills survive and are appreciated.
I will never forget that stock and the craftsmanship,nor will I ever forget Mr.Evans.
Thanksfor bringing that memory to the surface again.
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Hmmm 1:00 a.m. What am I still doing up???

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>>>>---¥vsa---->®
The civilized man sleeps behind locked doors in the city while the naked savage sleeps (with a knife) in a open hut in the jungle.
 
Nice looking folder. Yvsa brings up a point that I have often thought of before and that is having high finishes or decorations on working tools. I have refrained from getting them done mainly because I know it will eventually get scratched or whatever. Lately however I have been turning against that as wanting to get better finishes and just look at the wear as adding to it instead of taking away anything. It all in the perspective.

-Cliff
 
I only collect khukuris but if ghostsix wants to send this knife to me I will use it as a karda.

Uncle Bill
 
This is,of course, a "dress blues and tennis shoes with a light coat of oil" knife but,if it`s the one that I have when I need one,I`ll use it.I hate that first scratch.

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The pix do not do this knife justice.The scrimshaw is sea foam and waves.The polish makes it very snappy.
 
Another thing that you cannot see is the three diminsional aspect.This is really more carving than scrimshaw.
 
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