W1 Integral/5160 Hunter

kbaknife · July 18, 2008, 07:16:00 PM

Got two more finished up here today:
First one is a W1 Integral forged from a 7/8" round W1 rod, clay processed heat treatment and a stabilized English Walnut handle.
Second one is a Bakelite Hunter forged from 1" square 5160, using a stainless guard and antique bakelite for the handle.
Both knives are fixed assembly.
Thanks for letting me share, folks!

KHALVERSON · July 18, 2008, 07:47:00 PM

beautiful knives as always karl

Leftieshot · July 18, 2008, 10:31:00 PM

I really like the blade of the W1 knife. I assume what I'm seeing is the hamon, thats a wicked one.

Lin Rhea · July 19, 2008, 07:43:00 AM

Both are great. I like the integral's handle/bolster transition. You just rolled it into the metal. Lin

OconeeDan · July 19, 2008, 09:04:00 AM

Very nice , Karl!

Kevin Evans · July 19, 2008, 12:04:00 PM

Keep up the Great work!!!
Before long maybe one will be mine, that you post.,

kbaknife · July 19, 2008, 10:59:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Lin Rhea:
Both are great. I like the integral's handle/bolster transition. You just rolled it into the metal. Lin

Those are really, really fun to make!!

JEFF B · July 20, 2008, 04:35:00 PM

real nice looking knives!!! wow!!!