Nick Wheeler Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Hey folks Here's one that's been a l----o----n----g time in the making (like around 5 years) This knife had manifested itself into "my Everest" but it's done now and I am very happy to finally have it complete! It now resides in the collection of Mr. Jim Cooper... who also just happens to be the man behind the lens of these fantastic photos! Thanks for looking BTW- it's W2, Afzelia burl, and a 416 ss domed pin. The AMAZING leather work is by none other than Mr. Paul Long!!! This final image is one Jim shot under light that's harsh for the overall look, but helps to show detail in the hamon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beau Erwin Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 that's damn nice, I love the lines of it. Beau Erwin www.ErwinKnives.com Custom knives Bcarta Composites Stabilized Woods Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B. Norris Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Nick, this is very elegant work and reminds me of the work of our host, Mr. Fogg! ~Bruce~ “All work is empty save when there is love, for work is love made visible.” Kahlil Gibran "It is easier to fight for one's principles than to live up to them." - Alfred Adler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Sexstone Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Nick, easy to see why Jim owns it.... NICE !!!!.... your patience is obvious.... now it's on to K2 EH? thanks for showing. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan O'Connor Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 ReallllY Nice blade. The figure is great on the handle. I like all the interesting curves and lines that blend one into another. Excellent photos as well. I like it. I would own this knife. Dan O'Connor https://nuclayer.com https://www.facebook.com/NuClayerSystems/ https://www.instagram.com/daniel.oconnor.twinoaks/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deker Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Geez Nick, if you keep actually finishing knives people are going to start to think you're a knifemaker! Super clean work as always...Coop is a lucky guy. -d Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Longmire Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Took a minute to type the response, had to pick up my eyeballs off the floor and I think I put 'em back in the wrong way! That's some nice work, Nick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymond Richard Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Nick, Nice to see you finally got these integrals figured out. Now if my memory serves me right I thought the JS was a thing of the past. Hope to see you in Boise in November and if you do go there make sure you stop by and say hi to the old geezer. Fine looking Knife! Raymond Richard www.hawknknives.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Wheeler Posted August 27, 2010 Author Share Posted August 27, 2010 Thank you guys!!! I really appreciate the kind words! Having this invoke any thoughts of Don is the ultimate compliment. Many of you know, Don is one of my heroes as a man, a teacher, and a bladesmith. Ray, I sure hope to pull it off!!! I'd love to attend the Boise show, and will be glad to see you there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Estes Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Damn Fine lookin blade. Grats Quote just use common sense.......dude your boned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymond Richard Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Thank you guys!!! I really appreciate the kind words! Having this invoke any thoughts of Don is the ultimate compliment. Many of you know, Don is one of my heroes as a man, a teacher, and a bladesmith. Ray, I sure hope to pull it off!!! I'd love to attend the Boise show, and will be glad to see you there! Nick, Make sure you ask your girlfriend and bring her with you. I'll let you both rub the old melon. Aren't you an MS now? Never been one to keep up on current events. Raymond Richard www.hawknknives.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Colwell Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 wow - what a beautiful hamon. please visit my website http://www.professorsforge.com/ “Years ago I recognized my kinship with all living things, and I made up my mind that I was not one bit better than the meanest on the earth. I said then and I say now, that while there is a lower class, I am in it; while there is a criminal element, I am of it; while there is a soul in prison, I am not free.” E. V. Debs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murat Klein Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 That is one of the niced Fixed I have seen this year. I love it ! Best Regards Murat Dont worry be happy ! My Homepage : www.muratklein.de My E mail : info@muratklein.de Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandpile Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 NICK-- WOW!-- PAUL LONG--JIM COOPER! All three of you toed the mark and come away winners--big time. The blade, heat treat and polish are great. Handle and fitting are great. Sheath has to have put a grin on all of your faces. Coop foto sets it all off. Great combine. You should try it agian. chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdsmith02115 Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Hotter than hot....that is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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