Sambar Handled Ladder Damascus Bowie

[Jonathans]

I just finished this 12" bowie. Its significant for me as it is the first one I've done without Dave Lisch looking over my shoulder! I'd love to say that I pulled it off without a glitch, but wouldn't you know it, an inclusion surfaced just as I was finishing up the grind and I had to take it down a little thinner than I had originally planned. Damascus is 1084/15n20 at RC62. I'll work on some clothing for this pigsticker in the next few weeks. C&C more than welcome.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Nice knife!

 

[S.Alexander]

That's a great looking knife. I like the blade shape, and the handle is classy looking.

 

[BKT]

Something about a long thin bowie just does it for me. Impressive work.

 

[Jonathans]

All dressed up now.

 

[Hengelo_77]

impressive work

 

[john april]

looks like he taught you well !

 

[Jonathans]

I consider myself very fortunate to know and to have learned from Dave. Great guy, and a great teacher. It always amazes me how much he is willing to share his knowledge.

 

[Jonathans]

Ii posted a picture of the stand made for this blade on Custom and Handmade Knives

 

[Teppojutsu]

Well done

 

[wdtorque]

Mighty nice work. I like it. Looks like you had some decent help. Dozier

 

[Jonathans]

Mighty nice work. I like it. Looks like you had some decent help. Dozier

The stag that formed this handle did help alot!

 

[Burl Source]

I agree with the others.
You did a great job. Beautiful fighter.