RyanW Fighter

RyanW · Mar 17, 2012

I have been working on a design for a guardless fighter, I got some input from some great people here on Bladeforums. I have started working on two of them, one with a clip and one without. I am finishing up the clip less one...
A few WIP Photos:

EDIT: Sorry forgot specs:
Steel: 3/16" 1095
OAL: 14"
Blade: 9:
Handle: Ironwood (Hidden Pins) Black G10

I have started work on the "Clipped" one and should have it finished up Late Sunday before I head out of town! I will update here.

I would love to hear your comments, as usual!

Mike Quesenberry · Mar 17, 2012

Sexy lines and really like what you did with the Spanish notch. Great job!

Mike Turner · Mar 17, 2012

I like it Ryan like Mike Q said sexy lines :thumbup:

EScott · Mar 17, 2012

Sexy indeed.

Lorien · Mar 17, 2012

Ryan, that notch turned out to look pretty awesome. I think the swedged clip will take this design over the top.
My mind's eye sees dovetailed, metal bolsters, (bronze would look great with that ironwood), maybe with subtle fluting, maybe with some engraving.
Point is, this is a GREAT platform for trying new and more advanced embellishments. It's a wonderful, solid pattern in itself. Might even get you into trouble- the good kind.
The hidden pin scale attachment does a lot to keep things flowing.

Daniel Fairly Knives · Mar 17, 2012

Very nice! Great handle and the Spanish notch is something else!

Todd Miller · Mar 17, 2012

Very nice lines and execution. Will look forward to seeing it in Eugene. Todd

RyanW · Mar 17, 2012

I really appreciate all the comments, Didn't want to leave anyone out so I apologize for the repetitive comment posting!

Mike Quesenberry said:
Sexy lines and really like what you did with the Spanish notch. Great job!

I really appreciate that Mike, you know how I feel about your work and opinion. Even if you think the "W" in RyanW stands for "Warp" haha

Mike Turner said:
I like it Ryan like Mike Q said sexy lines :thumbup:

thanks Mike, I got the SanMai Billets in the mail today and will try to get some profile work done before I leave.

EScott said:
Sexy indeed.

Thanks E. Sexy is good

Lorien said:
Ryan, that notch turned out to look pretty awesome. I think the swedged clip will take this design over the top.
My mind's eye sees dovetailed, metal bolsters, (bronze would look great with that ironwood), maybe with subtle fluting, maybe with some engraving.
Point is, this is a GREAT platform for trying new and more advanced embellishments. It's a wonderful, solid pattern in itself. Might even get you into trouble- the good kind.
The hidden pin scale attachment does a lot to keep things flowing.

You are killing me buddy, just so people know. I reached out to Lorien to help improve on this design, he always gives me great suggestions. I am going to have to save the Advanced embellishments for another time since time is very limited on this girls sister.

Daniel Fairly Knives said:
Very nice! Great handle and the Spanish notch is something else!

Spanish notch was Lorien's suggestion and I think it really adds to the overall look

Todd Miller said:
Very nice lines and execution. Will look forward to seeing it in Eugene. Todd

Thanks Todd, It was nice meeting you in Boise. I look forward to talking to you again in Oregon.

Michael Rader · Mar 17, 2012

That is quite beautiful. I like it - especially the use of multiple woods in the handle. Very nice.

-M

Mr. Clean · Mar 17, 2012

I love it man! I think that's my favorite knife of yours I've seen yet! Love the flow and the hamon, the contrast in the handle is great. The only thing I think I'd rather see is a bit more symmetry in the pins on the handles.

RyanW · Mar 18, 2012

Thanks Michael and Mr. Clean! I appreciate it.

I am close to finishing up the second knife of this set. This one has a few changes from the original: Clip, Shortened Handle by .5", More defined handle Contouring. I would love to hear your comments

Specs:
Steel: 3/16" 1095
OAL: 13.5"
Blade: 8.5"
Handle: Stabilized KOA (Thanks Mark)

Comparison Photo

Burl Source · Mar 18, 2012

Both look great.
But I really like the clip on the Koa one.

Lorien · Mar 18, 2012

#2 is a winna!!!

RyanW · Mar 18, 2012

Burl Source said:
Both look great.
But I really like the clip on the Koa one.

Thanks Mark, This KOA that I got from you is amazing. I am actually going to get 2 knives worth out of the block. Thanks again for providing some great materials! see you at OKCA

Lorien said:
#2 is a winna!!!

Thanks Lorien you were right on the clip and not going with the hidden pins on this one!

felizalde55 · Mar 18, 2012

I like first handle with second blade (clipped).
Anyway, awesome both knives.

Pancho

J. Doyle · Mar 18, 2012

Ryan, seriously good job on these. You nailed them both. Can't decide which I like better but surely your best work to date.

You're bringing it man. Can't wait to check these out. Nice work.

David Sharp · Mar 18, 2012

I like them both. If I could just have the first handle with the second blade!

jonnymac44 · Mar 18, 2012

Ryan, number 2 is sweet!! I love 'em both, but you know I'm a sucker for a good swedge and you did an amazing job on that one. Really good stuff!:thumbup:

Mr. Clean · Mar 18, 2012

HOLY :foot:

on the second one!!!!

RyanW · Mar 18, 2012

Thanks again everyone for the comments. I like the handle on #1 and the blade on #2 as well!

John I am going to have you take a close look at them in Oregon!

Here is a better look at Knife #2 Handle

RyanW Fighter

RyanW

Mike Quesenberry

Mike Turner

EScott

Lorien

Nose to the Grindstone

Daniel Fairly Knives

Full Time Knifemaker

Todd Miller

RyanW

Michael Rader

Mr. Clean

RyanW

Burl Source

Lorien

Nose to the Grindstone

RyanW

felizalde55

J. Doyle

David Sharp

jonnymac44

Mr. Clean

RyanW