I still have to clean up the file work but 4 coats of Tru-Oil and the handle is done.  How'd I do?
Handle:
 
 (http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll101/rpmahony/knife1.jpg)
And the file work:
   (http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll101/rpmahony/knife2.jpg)  
I like the way it came out and am anxious to start another, now that I've learned a bit of what I need to do to make the next one better.  I'll likely go with a lighter wood too.  I like the richness of the ebony but it doesn't look as good in pictures.   :) 
Thanks for looking.
Rusty
			
			
			
				Looks good!
			
			
			
				Great job-like the file work, too.
Jeremy
			
			
			
				Ya done good!
Very nice work!
Steve
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Potomac Forge
			
			
			
				Thanks guys.  Now it's on to the sheath!   :D
			
			
			
				Looks like a great job to me! Those are some sharp blades aren't they! I always had a heck of a time not scratching them though. Even with tape on 'em. Can't wait to see your next one!
			
			
			
				There's a reason I didn't show the other side.    ;)    Dang slip of the file...      :thumbsup: 
And yes, scary sharp.
			
			
			
				Nice job,i bet your second would be way better.
 i like your file work!!
			
			
			
				Very nice!