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Gentlemen:
Some of the things I like about making knives is trying new techniques and design enhancements. This subhilt chute knife was made with quite a few changes to my technique, primarily using more hand work. I also added lashing holes to the guard and a subhilt to earlier versions. On the negative side, when you try new things, sometimes you get burned as I did on this knife. The bottom lashing hole is off - center, a mistake I won't make again.....consequently, I can't ask the $750 I would normally get for a knife of this caliber. I'll bet one wouldn't notice the offset during inspection unless you pointed it out to them, but I know it's there. The remainder of the knife is perfect with superb fit and finish. Excellent figure and chatoyance in this stabilized Koa. $375 delivered CONUS. The first "I'll take it," PM, or email gets it. Paypal preferred - my account is tksteingass@frontier.com. Maker's lifetime common sense warranty and free sharpening. Thanks for viewing my work and your comments are welcome.
V/R,
TK
3/16" CPM-154CM stock
HT to Rc 58-59
9 3/4" OAL
5" Blade - Mirror finish
Stabilized Premium Koa Scales
Black liners on tapered tang
Pinned/soldered double guard/subhilt
416 Stainless furniture
8-10 Oz RH leather sheath
Some of the things I like about making knives is trying new techniques and design enhancements. This subhilt chute knife was made with quite a few changes to my technique, primarily using more hand work. I also added lashing holes to the guard and a subhilt to earlier versions. On the negative side, when you try new things, sometimes you get burned as I did on this knife. The bottom lashing hole is off - center, a mistake I won't make again.....consequently, I can't ask the $750 I would normally get for a knife of this caliber. I'll bet one wouldn't notice the offset during inspection unless you pointed it out to them, but I know it's there. The remainder of the knife is perfect with superb fit and finish. Excellent figure and chatoyance in this stabilized Koa. $375 delivered CONUS. The first "I'll take it," PM, or email gets it. Paypal preferred - my account is tksteingass@frontier.com. Maker's lifetime common sense warranty and free sharpening. Thanks for viewing my work and your comments are welcome.
V/R,
TK
3/16" CPM-154CM stock
HT to Rc 58-59
9 3/4" OAL
5" Blade - Mirror finish
Stabilized Premium Koa Scales
Black liners on tapered tang
Pinned/soldered double guard/subhilt
416 Stainless furniture
8-10 Oz RH leather sheath
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