Sam Wilson
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Here's one recently completed, the S.A.F.E. Hunter. Decided to have a little fun with the concept, and it is a little bit of a "tactical" (whatever that truly means 
) and utility knife blended in, as well. The blade is based off of my SAFE (Survival Adventure Field and Exploration) series of hollow handle knives, with a 4.75" long blade of 3/16" CPM154 stainless @ 61 HR. (I didn't get the best pics, but these will have to do.
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This one is technically a takedown, although I added adhesive to the threads to lock it down. I wanted to be able to have a modular design for the prototype, in case I wanted to change any of the components. Stainless guard and buttplate, blue G10 spacers and black canvas micarta.
Hollow ground for cutting aggression, the clip and tip were not taken too thin, with the tip being left at a good thickness for toughness, satisfying the "utility" component. I have repaired many hunters over the years with broken tips, so wanted to help avoid that. Utility is also the reason for the small top guard. All guard corners were radiused, and the spine was crowned for comfort.
And on the sheath, implemented some "tactical" elements, with the rubber coated webbing strap, and removable sharpening stone pouch. Will offer kydex for it, also. Very pleased with this one, and will definitely be making more. Thanks for looking!
Sam
) and utility knife blended in, as well. The blade is based off of my SAFE (Survival Adventure Field and Exploration) series of hollow handle knives, with a 4.75" long blade of 3/16" CPM154 stainless @ 61 HR. (I didn't get the best pics, but these will have to do.)
This one is technically a takedown, although I added adhesive to the threads to lock it down. I wanted to be able to have a modular design for the prototype, in case I wanted to change any of the components. Stainless guard and buttplate, blue G10 spacers and black canvas micarta.
Hollow ground for cutting aggression, the clip and tip were not taken too thin, with the tip being left at a good thickness for toughness, satisfying the "utility" component. I have repaired many hunters over the years with broken tips, so wanted to help avoid that. Utility is also the reason for the small top guard. All guard corners were radiused, and the spine was crowned for comfort.
And on the sheath, implemented some "tactical" elements, with the rubber coated webbing strap, and removable sharpening stone pouch. Will offer kydex for it, also. Very pleased with this one, and will definitely be making more. Thanks for looking!
Sam
