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Title: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: kbaknife on December 20, 2008, 10:25:00 AM

I had a customer request two matching knives for Xmas gifts, but they had to be under three inches!
(I HATE small knives!)
Forging something that small from large stock is not easy. Got 'er done, though.
At least he was thrilled.
  (http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c247/kbaknife/AW3-3-1.jpg)

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: beaver#1 on December 20, 2008, 10:41:00 AM

is the whole knife under 3 inches or just the blade?

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: kbaknife on December 20, 2008, 10:53:00 AM

The blade.

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: beaver#1 on December 20, 2008, 11:09:00 AM

yah i just started forgeing and it seems that the small knifes are harder to make.

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Kevin Evans on December 20, 2008, 01:32:00 PM

Challenges are great,aren't they Karl!!
Nice job on the pair.

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: robtattoo on December 20, 2008, 01:40:00 PM

Nice Karl, really nice  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: sticshooter on December 20, 2008, 02:14:00 PM

I like small knives. But then I like all knives.LOL karl great looking knives as always.<><

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Nosight on December 20, 2008, 04:05:00 PM

Nice work.. Like the way you did the handles..

Later.....Buzz

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: MYSTIKBOW on December 20, 2008, 05:42:00 PM

I REALLY Like Those!!

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Pruneemac on December 20, 2008, 07:46:00 PM

Sweet! I'm sure you are going to give the first 8 Trad Gang that respond one for Christmas RIGHT?

What a great guy...

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Chris Surtees on December 21, 2008, 12:11:00 AM

Purdy!!!!

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: wisconsin wood butcher on December 21, 2008, 03:45:00 PM

those are very nice. i have a 3" folder i like alot its ahandy size

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Larry Surtees on December 21, 2008, 09:39:00 PM

Outstanding!

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: tippit on December 21, 2008, 10:20:00 PM

Dang Karl,  It doesn't make any difference how big you make 'em...there all beautiful  :thumbsup:  tippit

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: Caveman IL on December 22, 2008, 06:33:00 AM

Very nice knives.  I'm partial to small knives.  Don't you think it's often a "legal carry" issue? L

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: skullworks on December 22, 2008, 06:41:00 AM

Awesome job, Karl!

Title: Re: The "Under three inch" challenge.
Post by: kbaknife on December 22, 2008, 12:05:00 PM

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Originally posted by Caveman IL:
Very nice knives.  I'm partial to small knives.  Don't you think it's often a "legal carry" issue? L

Actually, and I surely don't want to dispute anything, I'm not a lawyer - thank God - but I believe it comes down more to INTENT than anything else.
If a cop had the idea that the knife on your belt, in your purse, in your glove compartment, in your pocket, etc., was meant for ill will toward others, I don't care what the laws are, you will find yourself in his backseat with cuffs on.
But, if it is obvious that you have good reason to possess the knife, or can demonstrate/establish a logical reason for having it, even if it's against the law at the time, that same cop will probably tell you to have a nice day!
For instance, even though it may be absolutely outside of normal protocol, I frequently walk right into my local restaurant, Post Office and even my bank with a Bowie in my hands to show the local "fans". Cops sit right there drinking their coffee and may even ask to see it!
I think it all comes down to "intent".