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I see a LOT of the "custom knives" posed with a little rod next to them and some have their own place in the sheath. I've seen steels before, but these things look a bit small for that... Back in the "day" we used to put a pocket for a stone on the sheath, but these things look a bit tiny...

Glad things are looking up sir! Also glad to hear she is in good hands. Charlie

Sounds good to me... Not much of a maker yet, but having fun at it! :biggrin: Charlie

While the wife is getting ready to go (for the 2nd time today) I took a quick picture on the work bench... I'll take a better one later outside. Better picture Charlie

After grinding and pounding on it a bit more last night I saw that there are a couple of cold joint spots in it, but it shined up really nice on top. I'm convinced that the MAPP just isn't right for this application and I am now hooked on this mokume! The wife and I have been doing the...

Hey there Anthony, I'll get some pics of the mokume tomorrow. I cheated and used quarters for it and this time it came out fair... I have decided that the MAPP gas is NOT going to work for me, so I plan to make a propane setup tomorrow. Once I get that done and get to where I THINK I Know...

Red hot mokume flying off of the anvil and into the recycle bin full of paper can come close to ruining your evening! :what!: I pulled on the hammer a bit and the small billet flew from the anvil STRAIGHT INTO THE RECYCLE BIN! Luckily the bucket full of cooling water was close by and I...

I'd go with the sheath for a couple of reasons... 1. The element itself may not like the direct heat, and 2. the sheath will give a more even temp reading once the ceramic is up to temp. Who did you get the TC from? EBay cheapies like to melt... Looking forward to the first test pics. Charlie

C'mon now, you can't keep us waiting! How does it work for you so far? Charlie

Um, WOW... Sorry, after looking at the WIP on the other thread, all I can say is, WOW! Charlie

Beautiful work! The small details in a knife and sheath such as that really make for a great presentation. Very lucky guy is about to be a very happy guy! Charlie

I agree with what everyone else has said, but that wood is magnificent looking. At first glance I thought it was a composite of some sort and went back to the specs to see what it was. Great work. Charlie

That is a great piece of history by itself, but the history you share with it makes it even more interesting. I love old pieces like that and would love to have the room to collect old farm tools! Charlie

For ease of operation I like to have shop rolls of sand paper for rough sanding work up to around 220 grit or so. I usually order it from McMaster or Grainger through the plant I work at. My father-in-law brought me a roll of 230 grit and a roll of 80 grit from HF last week. I figured it...

Welcome! I too am not only a newbie here, but newly back to knife making as well. About the knife, try to keep it oiled to assist in rust prevention and ALWAYS use veggie tanned leather instead of chrome. The chrome type tends to leave nasties on the blade steels. Even though it may not be...

Done sir! Keep us informed as to her recovery. Charlie

I like the knife! First off, if you hadn't mentioned the file I would have never guessed it. The blade has a great shape, a very nice grind and finish. The handle material looks good with the blade style and projects a "hard use" look. The name fits the knife! If one has never tried to...

Looks like a great first effort to me! I too had my first forging experience over the weekend so I know how you feel about now! I also know about the "defects" you speak of! :( Looking forward to the finished product! Charlie

Looks like a good EDC to me! What type of sheath do you have for the critter? Charlie

Can I talk you out of the "transport case" after you deliver the knife? :D GREAT looking knife and the SEXIEST crate I have ever seen! Charlie