TTKK

I've got one in BG-42 and love it. It is a fairly think blade so by hard, I'm not sure exactly what you mean.

My BG-42 knife is a fantastic knife and the kitchen and plenty tough enough for normal outside work. If your going to flex it a lot, pound it, etc. you might want A2 or CPM3V.

The Pocket sheath I got works real well in the kitchen. I just tuck in in my back pocket of the blue jeans where it is super handy. For a belt sheath I got a dangler which moves well when I sit down and doesn't get caught on things.

The Burgandy Micarta with those mosaic pins comes out real pretty for something a little dressy that won't scare sheeple too bad.

Stay Sharp,
Sid
 
For my original, I had a 4" blade, small enough to be carryable but big enough for most jobs. I went with a 1/8" blade thickness for performance; burgundy micarta scales and mosaic pins make it more sheeple-friendly. I favor dangler sheaths, but I know many people don't.

For hard use, there are a number of changes you can make. Trace is working in D-2 or A-2 or both now, so if you're willing to give up some stain resistance for more toughness for harder use, I'd definitely consider those steels. You can, of course, also consider thicker stock than 1/8", although I personally think the beauty of the design lies in the performance so I like to keep it thin. You can also vary the blade size. I have a 5" version (in talonite, actually!), and a 4" version.

For camping and utility use, my personal preference is solidly for 1/8" stock, 4" blade length, and dangler sheath, although at this point I'd also order Trace's multicarry sheath as well. Burgundy micarta handles and mosaic pins make the knife much less threatening and more kitchen-ish looking, which is a big plus.

Joe
 
One question...what is a TTKK?

I assume it's a kitchen knife made by Trace Rinaldi...only because of context.
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I tend to use too many acronyms myself, but I am trying to spell things out at least once at the beginning of a post.

Steve-O

 
A couple things for hard use: Thicker stock, I have two in 5/32" thick stock one is talonite, the other BG-42. This will increase strngth and durability but it will cost cutting performance. FWIW the next TTKK I buy will be of thinner stock to increase cutting efficiency.
Go with a rough micarta not polished for the handle, it will provide a better grip when wet.
The best thing to do is to talk to Trace, he will give better advice concerning his knives than I ever could (heat treat, edge geometery, etc.)
Take care,
Chad

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Hoods Woods
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Let me just say how much I appreciate Joe Talmadges input... He E-mailed a long time ago about a knife, and from that the TTKK was born.. At the time I was a NOBODY KNIFEMAKER, not like I am SOMEBODY now but his words about my work caught the attention of certain people which in turn resulted in a Blade Master Profile in TK, and from there things are snowballing.. Joe has helped me ALOT, and I cant thank him enough.. His insight and vast knowledge of cutting tools was invaluable in my development as a knife maker. I cant thank guys like Joe enough, and I hope new makers take advice from people like him to heart... Joe I know you dont like getting much spotlight, but I couldnt resist... You do more than you realize!!!

Take Care
Trace Rinaldi
www.thrblades.com
 
Trace, thanks for the kind words! I'm thrilled to know that I've had some positive influence
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It's been great working on this knife with you, and seeing how you've progressed as a maker so quickly.


Joe
 
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