Thats it, my fisrt knife alone in my little shop. 80CrV2 steel, 60HRC and Wengé handle. Little imperfection but still proud of it.
Looks good. That wenge is interesting looking stuff. I've never used it but mostly because I get so much walnut, maple and cherry for nothing. (yes i know, tssk tssk for not using stabilized wood - I can't stop myself thought) I should dig up pics of my first. You wouldn't worry about your perceived "imperfections" any more : ) For that matter, pics of my last one would probably make you feel a lot better too!!
Tha Thanks. You know, for century, wood handle was not stabilized and i have some old knife about 30 years old and the wood is still in perfect condition. I like natural wood, it just as to be well dry and well treat. I always use flax oil and every 2 days, i rub some with my finger on my handle till it goes all in and comes hot. After 2 weeks, believe me, the handle is well protect and got a good moist.
Very nice looking shape. I like the angles. Well thought out. Are the scales tinted blue or is that in the photo? I've got some wenge scales here, but found it to be a little "chippy" like it wants to tear out more than other dense woods I've tried. I might have to revisit them. Dan
No, its the picture. No tinte on the scale. Yes, i know what you mean, its a bit chippy, really tick(hard) wood but with large grain ?!!? I'ved sand it to 1000 grit.
