Second forged blade

[Robert Hankins]

Got to get around to finishing the first one
Anywho I have a long way to go before forging that first bowie...Steel has a mind of its own under the hammer.
Like they say Practice---Practice---Practice
This is the second blade I have ever forged. Blade is 1060 with a deep etch to show the grain.
Has My First piece of Chainsaw Damascus on the pommel.
OAL is 12" with the blade being 7" tip to front of guard.
Ricasso looks small but is full 1/4" thick and plenty strong.
Elk Crown handle with Girrafe bone and brass

More detailed pics at the available knives link
Thanks for looking --- Now if I can just get the steel to move in the right direction!

 

[Greg Covington]

I really like this one Robert!

Where did u get the 1060?

 

[golok]

This one has a personality of its own. I have one which is slightly similar to the one in the picture.

 

[Mark Williams]

Did you mask off the edge to get the lighter colored areas running along it?

 

[Dale Baxter]

I think it's an outstanding total package.
The lines flow well and the handle compliments the blade design.




Dale

 

[Bruce Bump]

Nice knife. Great lines. "Slim is In"