Ok, count me in.
A new (to me) JK landed today and it rocks! It started out as a custom blank in 3/32", 7/64", or possibly 1/8" but it looks to be a bit thin for that. I didn't grab my micrometer, so I can't get a definite answer yet.
But here she is!
Looks like a roach belly, or something similar.
- 5 7/8" blade, 10 7/8" oal
- Rounded spine except for a 1" section 90° about halfway up the spine for a ferro rod.
- Blade is tall enough to hold and still be 1/2"-3/4" away from the cutting edge for any scraping needs for choking up, scraping, or more detail oriented work.
- Long enough to use to clean and Butcher game and break down wood and blade height offers weight for lighter weight chopping if needed, short enough to use for fish, making "Try Sticks" and overall comfort. (I make wedges for splitting larger pieces of wood and save my knife from batonning).
- Low heel will keep my knuckles off of the cutting surface scrapes = dirty wounds = infection = trouble.
- Plenty of belly for draw cuts and a fine tip for plenty of control when needed. Not only that, but as a Butcher by trade, I am Very familiar with the blade shape.
This is one of The JK's that I didn't know I needed until I had it in hand. I used it to prep tonights dinner, sorry no pics due to chicken on my hands.
But it did break down a 7.5 lb chicken Just fine. Joint work, splitting the spine and slicing the breast afterwards. As well as cubing up a squash for roasting.
Absolutely an immediate fan of this knife, (barring any emergencies) this thing found a permanent home.
Thanks Todd (TPVT) for the Awesome knife and thanks to Daniel for hosting this.
Good luck everyone!
(Will edit to claim my number, I have to find what numbers are available)