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A few days ago, my friend, knifemaker Sean Perkins, sent me his latest incarnation of his interesting little fixed blade, the Kerver.
This is my third Kerver. My first was in 1/4 inch A2 stock. My second, the Kerver Praecisio, was in 1/8 inch stock. This one splits the difference and is in 3/16 inch stock. (The photo above, while looking very much like mine, is in the 1/8 inch thickness that Sean is currently offering.)
Here is Sean's own description of the knife and sheath:
TYPE: integral fixed blade
BLADE: clay-tempered 1/8" A-2, HRC 58-60 at bevel, tapering to HRC 20-25 at haft; high, dark-grained temper-line (see rear-view photo, below); right-hand chisel grind; horizontal/vertical taper; coarse-finished for permanent microserration and durability of appearance; relief-carving on haft and underside; each blade signed and numbered; multi-hued cold blue patina (black, gray, blue, violet, gold, green)
SHEATH: full-cover, pouch-style pocket/belt sheath, riveted 8-9 oz. tooling leather, oil-treated, natural tan, glossy protective finish; square-bottomed for upright pocket carry; signed; fits belts to 1 1/2" wide.
What has always attracted me to Sean's knives is the relief carving he performs on them. It gives the knife a very classy look, like something out of bygone ages. Very reminiscent of carved stonework. I always tell Sean it reminds me of Stonehenge or the type of carving masons did on older headstones.
This unique little knife provides one with an opportunity to carry a classy little fixed blade knife in ones pocket. With an overall length of five inches, half of which is cutting edge, it is as useful as it is interesting.
The cold blueing process that Sean uses to produce a patina creates a very interesting and unique look to the knives. Depending on the light and angle, any of several colors can be seen in the steel.
The chisel ground knife has a pleasing heft to it, and the edge is efficient for the types of cutting one would most often encounter, whether tipping a cigar, opening a package or something requiring a bit more backbone. You are not going to hurt this muscular little knife.
The sheath itself is a very handsome and rugged leather, designed to be used for upright carry in a pocket or on a belt. I prefer to carry in the pocket, and I find it comfortable in either the front or rear pocket.
Additional information about Sean and his various knives (including folders)can be found on his website:
www.perkinsknives.com
As an added bonus, Sean recently advised me that he would be attending the Blade Show in Atlanta in June. I'm sure he'd enjoy forum members stopping by to chat.
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