January 6, 201412 yr Made from Crucible L6 and O1. 300 layer single edged blade, full tang, hidden pein in pommel. 304SS guard and pins, black micarta and a form fitting kydex sheath locks in place, with a quick release belt attachment. This was a comission made to order, but now its available, client lost job or something after completion. thanks to JMRICE01 from here, I have a loaner camera now
January 6, 201412 yr I really like the shape of that handle. Looks like a very solid and comfortable grip. Very nice work! -Crazy Ivan
January 6, 201412 yr How does that stuff pattern out. I would think those two steels would be close enough in alloy that they wouldn't contrast well. It's hard to tell with the "loner" camera. :rolleyes: I bet it holds an edge well. Two of my fav. steels. :ph34r:
January 6, 201412 yr Author The O1 is very dark with Ferric Chloide, after 40 minutes etching, then buff to shine the L6
January 7, 201412 yr The handle on this one is great. Did the customer specify the blade shape, or is it a specific style? Also, is that an edge quench I see?
January 7, 201412 yr Author Client design. It is a full warmed oil quench, shadow is from the angle of blade bevel. I cant imagine an edge quench with O1 turning out well :o
January 7, 201412 yr Author I confess, I passed the buck on that. I went to my local gun shop, and had the guy that makes the holsters for local police make it for me. We talked about my clients needs, and added the quick release, in case the hip worn sheath got hung up while he was climbing, he could remove it from the rocks/petons
January 7, 201412 yr I confess, I passed the buck on that. I went to my local gun shop, and had the guy that makes the holsters for local police make it for me. We talked about my clients needs, and added the quick release, in case the hip worn sheath got hung up while he was climbing, he could remove it from the rocks/petons That was the sheath/scabbard, right? I actually meant the micarta handle material...
January 7, 201412 yr Author I bought the Micarta, I was thinking the Kydex for my last post. Sorry.. . too many things going on here now. Also forgot to monetion 6.75 inch long blade, 1.5/8 inch wide. It is a hair over 1/8 inch wide spine at base, 1/16 inch wide 1/2 inch from tip. has some flex
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.