Justin Carnecchia Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Hi, just finished this one up a few days ago. 9" blade around 200 layers forged from W-2 and 15n20. Handle is box elder burl with horn ferule. Around 2mm at thick at heal, tapering to 1mm just in front of the tip. Flat ground to a very fine edge. Thanks for looking, feedback is welcome. -Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal99 Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 That's really nice and I bet it slices like a dream! What did you etch the blade with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Nguyen Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Stunning gyuto :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Paul Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Very Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loneforge Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Carnecchia Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Thank you all. The blade was etched in hot vinegar, 4 cycles of 20min each. Cleaned with 2,000g and flitz between etches. Not the best acid for etching damascus but it worked o.k. -Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal99 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I like the look its nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xwingace Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 That's gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesG Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Very nice, that pattern and the wood go great togeither Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Yates Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Very Nice , However your prices are better suited in Japan then the US . Please understand I am NOT discrediting your work as your knives are very good it is just here in the USA many folks are out of work and /or disabled military folks and the rest engage in Blacksmith works and make their own . I would get every size you had or would make and some you do not show on your site as what in known as a Chef 's set of knives . that price here in the USA is around 500 to 4000 a set of 10 knives or so and right now only the most extreme can pay the 500 for the set right now . Sam Please note I do not speak for everyone just what I know here in my area . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Carnecchia Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Thanks everyone. Samcro the prices are largely based on what I have been receiving for my previous knives. I am still pretty new at this and pricing is the hardest part. I currently have this knife listed on E-bay for $350. I feel a very fair price if you consider that many chef knives go for $300 and aren't damascus. That being said it may sell it may not...I may not make another chef's knife for some time <_< . The same with the sword. Also listed on Ebay for $350, it is considerably less than what my last bowie sold for, and given the size was quite a bit more work. If neither of these knives sell so be it. But as this is not my primary employment I am making knives not just to sell, but because I like making knives. Otherwise I would be stuck only making bowies, as that is what I have had the best luck selling. Check out chefknivestogo.com and see what a 9" gyuto by either a Japanese or American maker is going for. One of Stephan Fowler's mono steel blades is $520 with a rough polish. His Damascus is $950. If this knife doesn't sell for $350 it is only because I'm not marketing it to the right people. If you are still interested in the damascus billet let me know, assuming it is something I can do I would be happy to. Price wise would be materials and hourly, depending on layer count 4-5hrs. With more specifics I can give you a better estimate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Yates Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 Justin thank you for not being offended , yea I shall pm you and attach photos to see what we can work out . Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Carnecchia Posted November 11, 2012 Author Share Posted November 11, 2012 I don't often check the PM's here, my e-mail is probably better. wrencoforge@hotmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Yates Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhartironwerks Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Another beauty! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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