Knife #8b Finished - First of three

Erin Burke

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Knife #8b Finished - Second of three

Some of you may have followed THIS WIP over in the Shop Talk sub-forum, but for those who haven't... this is Knife #8b. It is the second of three of this design (Knive #8a can be seen HERE.).

Some Stats:
Length: 12-1/2"
Blade: 6" (tip to choil?)
Steel: 3/16" 1095 (from Kelly Cupples)
Clay-Treated w/ hamon, Flat-Ground w/ tapered-tang (Left darker after FeCl etch)
Handle: Stabilized Amboyna Burl w/ mild steel pins
Guard: 1080 & copper w/ copper/steel mosaic pins. (Mustard Patina antiquing)

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What do y'all think?

Erin
 
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Excellent knife, I really like the shape, it all flows together nicely. The combination of parts work well together.

Larry
 
Erin, that is one sweet knife! So many great details to enjoy! You must be very proud. Great photos too!

Steve
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