Roger P's #1

bowie??????....where are the pics roger.....is this your first knife.....are you gonna make some more....how did you come to make this knife with dan.....any story behind it....thanks....ryan
 
Hi Ryan,

You can find the story here:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411097

And here is a pic of both knives:

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Roger
 
Raymond Richard said:
Roger, Good looking knife! Will there be more?
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I'd like to do a couple more for sure - part of me really wants to see if I can improve upon the first two. But realistically, I lack both the time and the equipment to really pursue the maker route.

What I would like to do at some point is take the bladesmithing course where I can practice some of the technicques of forging and (particularly) grinding without the pressure of knowing I have to take the piece to completion. I totally SUCK at grinding metal (which is, of course, the best motivation to forge closely to shape).

Taking these two knives from start to finish really was a priceless educational experience that gave me a deeper appreciation of the craft - and the sheer amount of work involved.

Roger
 
I like it! I really like Dan Farr's approach to handles. A good influence. Something new and different, and lots of character.
David
 
Very nice Roger! I didn't get to see that hunter at the hammer-in, but that Bowie came out real nice.
Mace
 
These are both awesome pieces, I was really glad I got to see them!

With the acception of the hammer marks on the bowie (which I happen to like as they add a "forging history") I'm sure these are easily Js quality knives. REALLY nice stuff!!!

I think when I finally get my piece of property and new shop I will have to have the Bladeforums collectors over for a week-long blade forging expo :D.....

Thanks for posting these Peter! :thumbup: :cool:
 
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