WIP working on a Tanto

Leu Custom said:
Yes, but that El Salvador Tanto had a Tsuba on it and that's the only reason (back then) why there was a shoulder put into that blade at all. Plus, because of the shoulder, the blade broke off from the handle as it was shot. Let me know if you haven't seen the photos of the broken blade (which is attached from handle). I suggest on the next one, leave out the shoulder...(unless it's strictly for aesthetic purposes only). Don't take any of this as criticism to your blade, I am only suggesting to you what I see as someone who has made several hundred blades and atleast 50 that have had turks head knots.
Click to expand...

Pohan, I appreciate your opinion and never take advice as criticism. I do have the picture of the El Salvador blade and thought it look like a good idea to secure the Turkshead. I know makers do it all the time for a guard. I thought I would give it a try. I am not married to any idea and like trying all kinds of ideas.

My next one will not have the shoulder and do it as you suggested. I do like a tapered and narrow tang to make a nice tapered grip and help balance the blade.

Thanks as always. You are always very helpful
 
I will. I am going to get the nylon underwrap coated today or tomorrow and then get the Turks Head on and wrap the the handle and get it epoxied up.
 
Stacey recommended "System 3" clear coat and I was able to drive over to Wood Craft and pick it up. It goes on easy and soaks right in. When it dries is is perfectly clear and the wraps look like they are not coated and do not come out shiny.

I am really happy with how it works and at $35 it was easier pill to swallow then $75
 
I finished the Tanto and am pretty happy how it turned out. Please forgive the poor photography. Thanks for all the help and tips. I love these style of knives and plan to make some more and try out some new techniques and material.

TantoBlackhawk005.jpg


TantoBlackhawk004.jpg
 
Man you did such a good job on that knife. Super clean and good looking. What are you gonna do for a sheath?

My dad has an old Ruger just like that one. Gotta hang on to those!
 
Thanks Guys,

For a sheath I am going to do a Kydex. I think for my next tanto I am going to try my hand at a Hartsfield style
 
I got a couple of better pictures this morning. The last ones did not show the grind very well

NEWTANTO007.jpg


NEWTANTO006-1.jpg
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top