Let's Talk Knives

Finished this one with the sheath today
Small, light weight Skinner.
Damascus blade from 177 layers of alternating 1084 & 15n20. Handle is stabilized and dyed oak burl with blue G10 liners.

 

a cheesy attempt at posing them, but hopefully the last two EDC knives I'll own.


Benchmade Arcane & Heretic Manticore E

 

@gosolo - - gonna own one of your knives, hopefully sooner than later. They're beautiful.

 

Those are really nice knives and I like the backdrop!

 

Love the blue accents in there.

 

Thanks, when I sent that group of wood out to be stabilized, I selected some to be dyed various color, blue, red, green, brown, but mostly clear. When I saw the blue streaks I remembered that I had some blue liner, so I went for it. Got to keep a broad inventory of stuff to try to match what the blade is telling me, lol.
Really do miss that kid that made my sheaths. I hope he’s happy in Michigan!

 

Very nice Ray, I like that one!

 

Did you find a new leather guy or have you already gotten that good at tooling?

 

That’s my work. I’ve got a lot to learn, but I’m spending lots of time studying and reading on my knife forums. This one is 100% double stitched. It’s really hard to remember all the steps (in the right order), lol

 

Wow!
You, my friend, never cease to amaze!
That is outstanding.

 

Two favorite EDC tools at the moment. I can't choose between them, so both it is.

 

Dad sent me some pics of a few knives he's giving me. They belonged to friends of his who over the years have passed away. Since I fish and hunt, dad figured I should have them so they get used.

First up is a Case XX 516-5 hunting knife. After some research, it would appear this is a classic of sorts. They sell for $170 -$300 on ebay.



Next up is a pair Wenger fillet knives. One is marked as O'Donnell Fishmaster and the other is O'Donnell Trout Knife. Both are branded Wenger and made in Switzerland. I can't find any info on these at all. Base on who the departed friend was and a fishing licence found in his tackle box dated 1986, we believe these knives were bought around then. He never fished in the 20+ years dad knew him, though he was the type to buy nice high quality stuff when trying out a new hobby and then hanging on to it if he lost interest in the hobby.







Finally as a bonus is a pair of ABC Solingen Germany fishing pliers.

 

Smoove!

 

Thanks a bunch Ray! @gosolo

The knife finally got it's intended use. Stayed sharp the whole time, from field dressing to skinning. Still cuts paper like a razor. The Gerber is officially a backup now. Can't wait to take it elk hunting now.

 

Hopefully I’m done boosting Benchmade’s profits for a bit.

 

That’s a great set of knives! Without any other indicators, you can learn a lot about a knife with a little use. Try em.
How long do they stay sharp? How easy are they to sharpen and how easy to use (comfortable to hold and use for a while)
What a great opportunity!

 

I'm really looking forward to trying them out. Dad should be coming up to visit in November, so I'll get them then and report back.

 

I've got the same knife. Carry in my Truss holster at work. Love how fast it opens l.

 

I completed this chef’s knife today

 

99 layers of 15n20 & 1084 high carbon Steel blade and the handle is stabilized Birdseye maple

 

Good to see you're back at it.
Beautiful work.

 

Beautiful!!

So glad you’re back up to speed.

That doesn’t look like, “cleaning shop”.

 

I’m not completely recovered but able to get some stuff done. Still pretty weak

 

that's a sexy beast.

 

Wow. I cannot decide if I like the blade or handle better. That wood is beautiful.

Happy to hear you're on the mend.

 

Is it for sale?

 

Most of @gosolo ’s Knive are pre-sold customs.
Reach out in Pm.
He’ll make you what you want.

 

Beautiful work

 

Sad to say it’s not available