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  1. MikeL

    Forge-finished finery, bush swords, etc.

    These style of forged blades is what motivates me to want to forge more or at least be a better student of forging. Great looking wraps on the handle. Would like to learn that also. Nicely done!
  2. MikeL

    My prettiest knife (so far)

    Great looking knife. The corian has a very rich look to it. Prayers to Judy and her family and friends.
  3. MikeL

    My first AEB-L kitchen knife

    Great job!
  4. MikeL

    My biggest challenge yet. Now a WIP

    Excellent job. Looks great.
  5. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thanks Dennis. I do enjoy photography. I don’t have a lot of skills but have a good camera and lense to cover for the skills.:)
  6. MikeL

    A couple more

    I forgot to mention Ian, I also use these as a last step to help get scratch lines across the blade more consistently. They are fairly firm rubber yet pliable. It is what helps me ride the scratch lines down the plunge line as my last step. Still not the perfect solution but i have found them to...
  7. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thank you Ian. What has really helped me on satin finishes is to have a more gradual plunge line. Not sure what you call them, sweeping plunge line? When I tried to put satin finish on a sharp 90 degree cut plunge I could not get into the corners very well. Also, an abrupt plunge, in my...
  8. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thank you. Here is the last of this style for a little while (the new one is ringed gidgee wood). Also got sheaths from my brother for two of them.
  9. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thank you. 5.5” OAL, 2.5” cutting edge.
  10. MikeL

    A couple more

    I see where you’re coming from. Edges were softened some but it may not be the best solution. I’ll ponder over design. Thank you.
  11. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thanks Opaul. Von, I guess it could be possible to break off but I hope these small knives wouldn’t see that kind of hard use. The top sharp looking edge edge is filed over slightly and the leading edge of the handle has a facet and so does the top side (spine side). See picture. But, you...
  12. MikeL

    A couple more

    Thanks Dennis. I’m working on one more and then have to take a little break from them.
  13. MikeL

    A couple more

    Two more pocket carry. I won’t post any more of these since it’s been a little redundant. Desert ironwood and sambar stag. CPM 154. 800 grit satin finish. Sambar knife is still in progress but is close to finished.
  14. MikeL

    Damascus and carved blackwood gambler's bowie...

    Fantastic knife, sheath, and photo!
  15. MikeL

    Black gold dagger

    Great display of multiple skills! So nice!
  16. MikeL

    Which contact wheel, if you could only have one?

    I started with an 8” and now ,after three years, also have a 12”. I like the 12”. I like a hollow grind that isn’t as deep. But, I also like deep hollows on certain styles. Yes, I’m talking out of both sides of my mouth. :). Since you ask if you could only have one, I would do the 8” because I...
  17. MikeL

    Low layer count damascus

    I would definitely be happy with that!
  18. MikeL

    Low layer count damascus

    I’ll be interested in how it works out. I want to do the same. I already have the steel but have not educated myself on welding. Never done it. TIG, MIG, flux... I barely know what any of that is yet. How will you weld yours? Best of luck to you. Hope to see a post on your process and results.
  19. MikeL

    KD awards

    Congratulations to all those talented names!
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