G. Shahan Joined Jul 19, 2008 Messages 734 Dec 16, 2012 #1 This is a knife I made as a gift for a friend. Forged from W-1 round (3/4 inch) SS and copper guard and spacer. Curley red gum (I think) from Mark at Burl source.
This is a knife I made as a gift for a friend. Forged from W-1 round (3/4 inch) SS and copper guard and spacer. Curley red gum (I think) from Mark at Burl source.
Peregrin Traditional Forum Moderator Moderator Gold Member Joined Sep 2, 2004 Messages 18,484 Dec 16, 2012 #2 That's a fine looking knife. I'm curious what the length is?
G. Shahan Joined Jul 19, 2008 Messages 734 Dec 16, 2012 #3 Sorry sir, I did not measure it. I always try to make my handles 5 1/4" from guard to button so I'll. Guess about 10" over all. Thanks, Greg
Sorry sir, I did not measure it. I always try to make my handles 5 1/4" from guard to button so I'll. Guess about 10" over all. Thanks, Greg
Burl Source Joined Dec 7, 2008 Messages 7,187 Dec 16, 2012 #4 Great Looking Knife Greg! I think the guard and spacer materials look great with the wood. You did a great job finishing the Red Gum.
Great Looking Knife Greg! I think the guard and spacer materials look great with the wood. You did a great job finishing the Red Gum.
Mossyhorn Enlightened Rogue BANNED Joined Dec 6, 2009 Messages 34,252 Dec 16, 2012 #5 That knife is sweet. I'd like to see more of that pattern.
melsdad Joined Apr 3, 2008 Messages 522 Dec 17, 2012 #7 Great Looking knife! Your friend is very lucky!!
dcoffe01 Joined Aug 14, 2012 Messages 483 Dec 17, 2012 #8 Great looking knife. Everything fits together just right, handle, blade. Just perfect. Dan