TheoRockNazz Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Howdy again,I'm back with a straight tanto style blacksmith's twisted handle knife.Reforged car spring (5160 high carbon steel) Japanese style blade - clay heat treated to produce a noticeable differential quench temper line. I chose spring steel because it's ideal for absorbing the shock of chopping anything from meat to wood, with a hardened edge for great cutting ability and soft spine for absorbing shock. I wish the hamon stood out more, but it tends not to show on 5160 (hence the acid bath). This guy's for sale. I'm always interested in comments and critique,Theo Rock Nazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhettbarnhart Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 that is my favorite knife of yours so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 Thanks Rhett! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steamfab Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Raw, edgy and awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robakyo Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Really nicely done Theo. Your Blacksmith's knife has some fine lines. I'm really liking your filework. It has a spontaneous quality to it that really compliments the organic nature of the Blacksmith's knife handle. I see that your sheath is unfinished. I noticed the hole in the back of the sheath where the belt loop will eventually be. But your leather-work is looking good too. Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tantofolder Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I really like the way it transitions from blade to handle,and how the twisted section follows those contours.Great job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Yates Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 very cool knife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switchjv Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 thats a great design! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Wow, thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharmus Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I, personally am only an ameture at best but even I can see the fine workmanship in this blade. I don't think I could ever bring myself to use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Thank ya Sharmus - I would much rather it be used and abused though, haha. Robakyo the sheath is finished, the handle just happens to sit right over the loops/belt slits. I'm never too happy with my leatherwork, it simply works but ain't too pretty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loneforge Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 No 2 pieces of Theo's work are remotely comparable. Each one different than the last. Once the skills match your imagination as an artist LOOKOUT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted November 14, 2012 Author Share Posted November 14, 2012 Haha, thank you Loneforge. So far my most advantageous/inventive idea is to find fine tungston carbide dust and forge weld/trap it into laminated 1050 (I figure medium carbon is best)... maybe san mai it all with a S7 or 5160 shell so if it's a large blade it can absorb chops/slashes better. In my dreams it cuts through softer metals. *ahem* anyways, I'm sure we've all got some wacky ideas floating around in the backs of our mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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