kevin (the professor) Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Hello Everyone, I have made a simple hunter for a good friend. It will be used a lot. It is a relatively straightforward design, no frills. There is a slight (deliberate) swelling or "belly" toward the point. It is small, but is meant to facilitate delicate slicing of game (deer). W2 (same rasp as Kukri from before, I got two from this huge thing). 5" blade 4.5" handle 3/16" wide spine @ ricasso through-tang peened edge quenched canola tempered 3 1 hour cycles, 400F Rosewood handle with linseed oil brass guard (learned what "red short" means while working with brass) copper-nickel buttcap (because I crumbled the brass I wanted to use) This thing is REALLY sharp. Long, flat edge bevel with convexity just at cutting edge (mouse pad and abrasive thing). Hope you like it. It was fun to make. Comments, ideas, opinions, etc. are encouraged. Thanks for looking. Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRobb Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Looks really nice! The rosewood handle sets it off nicely. Well done! I'm sure your friend will be very happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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