This is the first take down I tried to make and I finished it this morning. I forged this blade with Shane at the Ohio ABS hammer in. I learned a great deal that weekend and also learned a great deal getting this knife together. The finished product has many flaws but also many lessons were learned. Its a 1095 blade, 416 guard and cocobolo handle.
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Great job Brad! You are coming right along as a knifemaker!
Good job Brad.
I have to agree with Bill. :campfire:
Very, very cool.
I like it!