W1 and Russian Olive Burl

[Karl B. Andersen]

Here's a little larger version of my standard "Andersen Forge Hunter" in clay heat treated W1 with a Russian Olive Burl handle. I see so little of this material used, but I really love it! Hard, dense, and very uniquely grained. I get this from Chuck Bybee at AKS.
The stainless steel guard and pommel screw are for take-down purposes.
Hand-rubbed hamon shows up nicely in the "REAL" world!
See ya'll at Blade!

 

[xaman]

Another Beauty!

Can't wait to stop by your table at Blade...

 

[EIDO]

How's the Russian Olive for stability?

 

[Karl B. Andersen]

The stuff I buy has been stabilized. It is extremely dense as well, so I expect no movement what-so-ever.

 

[indian george]

Nice!!!!:thumbup:Love the handle.

 

[PMLKnives]

That is good looking stuff and you've worked it quite well.
Paul

 

[Doberman_Dave]

Another beauty Karl!

Dave