I picked mine up at the post office this morning. The blade and etching are beautiful. You've seen the pics of Keith's work already, but even those don't do him justice. The lines are bold, crisp and clear.
Blade edge is convex, reasonably sharp, shouldn't take much effort to get it scary-sharp. The fuller creates a striking effect. Fit and finish of blade - outstanding.
Handle is very comfortable and nicely shaped. A+ on feel, B- on the visual finish because the slabs are asymmetrical. Nice pommel.
It's going to take me a bit to get used to the way the blade presents itself in the hand - I'm accustomed to the forward curce of a khuk on a knife this size. Never the less, this feels like pure weapon.
Scabbard is functional, fit could be a little better and I don't much care for the chape. What's most interesting about the scabbard is the snap button: it's imprinted with the Great Seal of the State of Oklahoma!
I really love this knife, thanks to all for bringing it to fruition!
