Well, I certainly love the way it looks. The blade looks fantastic, and the handle appears to have an aggressive texture. The only aside I would throw in, is perhaps the thickness of the handle and it's design may not be the most suitable for control of the knife. Since the blade is the size it is, a slightly wider (in height) handle, while being narrower (in width) will conform to the hand, while also being curved/sloped slightly downward toward it end. This design may be common, but it carries a significant importance: the energy and force will be distributed through the major muscles of the arm and to the skeletal instead of being concentrated on the wrist of the user, which is often the case with a straight handled knife. For example, when chopping branches off a log, if the handle rests firmly throughout my palm as I strike, the energy will divert itself properly. If the handle is straight across my hand, the grip I hold has changed to an unnatural position, and when striking, the energy is concentrated on my wrist, causing fatigue and even possible injury. That said, does the knife look good? Man, it looks sick -I love it.
I like the way they look. If you want a review, I'd be happy to demo one. Welcome to the Monkey, monkey.
Thanks for the feedback and putting some thought into what you wrote. Your ideas and comments have merit. The bowie design has probably performed more functions as a knife design than any other in American history. That being said, a fatter handle (when viewed from the top) distributes force over a larger surface area despite it being a straight handled knife.
The Chisos looks like it would be a great EDC /utility knife. The shape of the blade reminds me a little of a Bird and Trout combo Don Llewellyn made me a few years back.
Yes, I agree with what Melbo said about the Chisos. I love that style, it is most practical. Great design! And this: I would love to have in 154CM -it's a very nice design, and also practical. I also like the name "Glacier". What is your heat treating process like?
Very nice!... Classic, functional, solid proven designs and great execution... Good choice of materials for purpose... Read and looked through the whole website... Very good stuff! That's my opinion and I'm sticking with it... :0)
How long? Made a crude and ugly "knife" when I was about 16 from one of my Dad's files. I was a pioneer in the field of modifying and using worn out dirt bike drive sprockets for throwing stars while in my teens. My "work" has gotten a little better, more refined and a lot more sensible since then, depending on who you ask. The fun factor is still about the same though. Thanks for all the comments, questions and suggestions.
I have a thing for Fighters and Bowies (the original American fighter). Edged weapons have as much appeal as edged tools.
Your work is very nice. I am glad to see another knifemaker is active with the forum, I always love to see what is being cooked up by like minded individuals.
