I have it heat treated but have yet to hand sand it. These big blades are so much work I like to have two days to mess with it. I've been tied up with wedding and now a baby birthing in the next few weeks. I'll get it though Darcy.    

any updates,Sir?

Yes, I may have started another thread showing the finished knife. I apologize for getting things crossed up. Here is the blade finished.
and below is the knife.
 

 

oh, THAT ONE!!! That's one of my favorites.
Sorry I didn't put it together.

Just incredible work!! Really enjoy reading all your posts.

Uber nice!!!

That is absolutely a beautiful pattern!!!

Jay

Lin,oh Lin!

Thats pretty sharp! Pun intended.

Holy Mackerel !!!!!