"Guide Knife"

[Harley99]

I wanted to try to evoke the kind of knife that wouldn't look out of place on sale in an outfitters in 1920s Nairobi, for the hunters going on safari.

'Guide knife' in 67layer stainless with Takefu VG10 core. Blade approx 145mm, overall length approx 270mm. Full flat grind with micro secondary bevel and clip point.

Stainless steel bolsters and corby rivets.

Rosewood handle scales with red vulcanised liners.

Fitted handmade leather sheath, with kydex lined belt loop.

All work, including heat treat, by me in my workshop.






Thanks for looking guys (and gals).
Ian

 

[Chris Railey]

I like it. I think you hit your mark but if you are looking for more inspiration look up posts by Von Gruff in the search feature. He works very much in that style. He is a hunting guide (among other jobs) in New Zealand.

 

[Sean Jones]

Nicely done!

 

[Harley99]

I like it. I think you hit your mark but if you are looking for more inspiration look up posts by Von Gruff in the search feature. He works very much in that style. He is a hunting guide (among other jobs) in New Zealand.

Thanks.
Will take a look.

 

[Harley99]

Nicely done!

Thanks, much appreciated.

 

[Doug Lester]

Very nice work on both the knife and the sheath.

Doug

 

[Harley99]

Very nice work on both the knife and the sheath.

Doug

Thanks Doug, appreciated.
Ian