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I like it! Looks like it would feel good in the hand with that handle shape.

Thanks for the kind words Pat. It was one of those projects that just kind of created itself. Those usually turn out the best. I had the tanned turtle skin kind of sitting around waiting for the right project. When I saw the blade shape coming together I knew it was time.....

Thanks. It would be great to wear to a job interview. Just to see the looks. Dress real nice and just have that thing swinging at your side.... Like Randy said, regarding peoples reaction, they did that before I made the knife.....first noticed the problem around high school. Some days are...

Randy, the axe is a semi bearded axe I got a while ago from Wolf Creek Forge, "Kentucky". Turtle skin wrap handle:) Really like it. Will have to work up to the skill set to make hawks/axes. I am not there yet. Will get there eventually I am sure. Thanks.

Thanks guys. Keith, gumbo sounds like a good way to do it. I will try that. Here ya go Stormcrow. Sometimes you feel like a nut..........sometimes ya don't. signed, glossy 8 x 10's available upon request.

Thanks Randy. It was fun projec.....oh wait, got to go...the prop guy for The Hills Have Eyes is calling.....:)

Denny, that is a good idea using a pitchfork. I have used my feet to find them but the pitchfork sounds better. Just make sure you know which end you are grabbing :) They do have a zest for living. Very prehistoric the way they are wired. The nervous system does not want to quit. They will...

Thanks. A large old common snapper. I would guess over 35 pounds. Those suckers are heavy for their size. Im in south central VA. My home is not in the swamp but swamps and marshes are some of my favorite places to be. Most folks do not like to get their feet wet so you can really find some...

Had some fun with this one. Perfect for defending against orks, zombies, nosy Walmart greeters, etc.. Blade is the other half of that old brush axe. Stock removal and forging. Sharpened on all sides. About 11" blade. Shape reminds me of some African tribal blades I have seen. Looks...

I have been waiting to see this one......Great looking piece. I like the simple, clean lines of the sheath and the blade shape. Hate to see this series end. Better start working on number 4?........ I bet number one is gunna be worth a fortune in a few years.

Randy, take your meds :) Thanks Bill. A fan is a good idea but it is not as neotribal as dunking my head in the slack tub ;) Plus, I would need a hell of an extension cord to reach where I am working. My problem is that I get into what I am working on and I forget to take enough breaks for...

Thanks Gary, Brad & Mightylump.

Thanks Randy. I did anneal before cutting. still felt like it took forever. I have been busy working but got some time to play yesterday and finish this up. The leather was real dry but after some oil and wax it came back to life. Could not resist with the pig hair. Yeah, when my...

Thanks Darrin. It is only 1/8" thick at the spine.. However, I am sure it can take a decent beating as I have several brush axes that are thin but springy and you can wail on some pretty stout limbs without any issues. I quenched in warm oil and tempered in the oven. Took a pretty nice edge and...

Mixture of forging and stock removal on this one, my 4th knife. Kind of a blend of old and new Blade is about 10" x 3" and cut from an old rusty brush axe. some hot cutting, a bunch of hacksaw blades and I had to break out the sawsall towards the end! Lots of character (pitting) on one...

Very nice. I really like the shape.

Beautiful piece Randy! I really like this one. Has to be one of my new favorites from you. The "sunburst" effect of the color tones in the sheath is really great.

Big topic Randy but my feeling would be that it would help some with both. I am no expert especially on traditional methods. Most of my experience is with modern tans, and mostly "hair on" tanning or "fur dressing". The purpose of a "tan" or tanning agent is to stabilize the proteins in the...

Thanks folks. Redyak3, Really depends on what you plan on doing with the skin and how much work you want to put into it. There are lots of home tanning options. If you want to do it yourself I would suggest getting a kit from a taxidermy supply company like Mckenzie Supply or others. Also...

OK the sheath/hanger is cool. Turn the love fest back on ;) Very nice. Calm place for that blade to rest between sins. FREEEEEEEEDDDDOOMMMMMMMM!