October 2, 200817 yr .....or, Macassar Defender. This is my regular "Defender" model for personal carry, but just a little longer than the normal 5 1/2 inch blade at 6 1/4". This thing had me in the shop early this morning! I truly loved watching it take shape, and just KNEW that the Macassar Ebony had some secrets to reveal! By the time I got it down to 1500 and then buffed out, it was like a piece of glass. I am so glad I have a bunch more of it. This thing is truly a pleasure to hold and fondle. Blade was forged down from heavy 5160 stock and given a selective hardening heat treatment. Stainless steel Take-down hardware. Macassar Ebony handle to impress. Thanks for letting me share! This will be available at the Ohio Classic Knife Show Oct. 31st.
October 2, 200817 yr Nice Karl!! I'm just finishing up a pw blade with macassar ebony. Attractive stuff and easy to work. 1500 and buff? sounds like a plan :-)
October 3, 200817 yr Karl, have you had any problems with the ebony splitting?? Finally got some sun so I got a picture.
October 3, 200817 yr Author No, not at all. I do file all of my handles to shape, so they never experience any undue heat. I've found that heat is the worst enemy of handle material as regards movement. I cut my blocks up a little oversized, wax the ends, and keep them in the rafters of my garage quite a few months before using, as well.
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