Finishing this one up for a friend. I have always liked the profile of the Japanese knives / swords but dislike the handle materials.
I have made a four way book match of the Bocote and Osage on the sheath and handle. Working on a carry sheath. This one could prove pretty handy for a variety of tasks.
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As a fellow knifemaker that is outstanding!!!!
Rick
Really nice!! Like the lines!
Always sweet looking and unique stuff from you Charles. Like the Shine!
CTT
That knife/scabbard combination is amazing. Easily my favorite of anything you have made. Congratulations!
Allan
Thanks for the compliments. I hope to make a more "western" version soon.
Wow! I love that!
Very nice work, Impressive!
Steve
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Potomac Forge
W.F. Moran Jr. Museum & Foundation
That is very nice work.
Rob
I like it Snake!
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Most-excellent work!
Shoot straight, Shinken
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Excellent!
Nice Chuck! Aint you too busy farming now to play in the knife shop... ;)
That is an amazing Tanto. Hats off to you sir!
Thanks for the compliments from everyone !
Doug, with the extreme drought this area remains in about the only thing I have growing are my sons.