The Inquisitor

[Patrice Lemée]

Finally done!

It came out pretty close to what I had envisioned when designing it. I guess that's a good sign. Sorry for the poor pics. It also needs sharpening

The inlay was a pain to do but I will definitely use that technique again in some way.
It was also my first time doing a domed handle pin, like I saw Nick Wheeler do, (not that it is nowhere near Nick's standards of course) and I love the look. I don’t think I'll be going back to flushed pins.
I made a display stand for it. Well actually 3 but with great advices from bladeforumites, finally came up with the right one.
Eventually I need to try my hand at hard sheaths. I think it would have looked nice on this one but then again I like that the blade and inlay will be displayed and not hidden in a sheath.

Only thing I am not sure is if I send it for proper glamour shots with Coop.

So thanks again for being patient with me, putting up with all the questions and following the progress.

Here are the specs:
Blade length: 8 1/4” OAL: 13 7/8”
Grind: Flat
Steel: 1095, clay/hamon
Handle: African Blackwood
Fittings: Stainless steel (316)
Blade inlay: Sterling Silver .925

Thanks for looking.

 

[Dawkind]

Beautiful, flowing lines and what looks to be exception fit/finish.....nice work.

 

[Burl Source]

Beautiful knife Patrice.
Kind of pretty and scary at the same time.
Great finish on the Blackwood as well.
Looks like a lot of work went into this one.

 

[1066vik]

Wicked! (in a good way)
very nicely done.

 

[Patrice Lemée]

Thanks for the good words guys.

 

[JParanee]

I for one really like it

A stand out blade

 

[pap11y]

Nice

 

[Daniel Fairly Knives]

Simply outstanding! Great work Patrice.

 

[Bigfattyt]

I really like it. If I remember correctly, some did not like the handle shape. I sure do.

 

[Mike Quesenberry]

OH DAMN!! That is is one beautiful blade. Truly a standout piece with the inlay and the blade and handle profile.

 

[SBranson]

Great looking knife Patrice! That inlay is beautifully done.

 

[Salem Straub]

Great work bro. The Coop pics will be something to look forward to!

 

[Don Nguyen]

Patrice the contrasts on the knife are absolutely stunning.

 

[mgysgthath]

It really is something I'd expect to see on the cover of Blade Magazine or something. Exceptional and unique!

 

[GRIM 62]

An exceptional blade,superbly done Sir!

 

[defaultuser]

Stunning Pat - Hollywood worthy! I'd love to see this used by Dean to stab a demon in the chest (Supernatural).
The handle looks demonic, but the blade righteous...the Inquisitor is a perfect name for it! Time to put an edge on it ;-)

Je te lève mon chapeau, mon chum!

 

[Bruce Bump]

I watched this one from the start. Outstanding design. Beautiful work Patrice. The cast and hammer inlaid sterling silver cross is just the right touch of Old World Class.

 

[Patrice Lemée]

You guys are just too nice.
The camaraderie and sharing my work with you is a big part of why I do this so this means a lot. Thank you.

 

[hellize]

This one is simply amazing! I'm stunned

 

[Patrice Lemée]

Oups, made a booboo for the dimensions. It should read:

Blade length: 8 1/4” OAL: 13 7/8”

Thanks hellize.