W2 integral bowie/fighter

[Nick Wheeler 1]

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.

 

[Beau Erwin 0]

that's damn nice, I love the lines of it.

[B. Norris 9]

Nick, this is very elegant work and reminds me of the work of our host, Mr. Fogg!

 

~Bruce~

[richard sexstone 0]

Nick,

easy to see why Jim owns it.... NICE !!!!.... your patience is obvious.... now it's on to K2 EH?

 

thanks for showing.

 

Dick

[Dan O'Connor 12]

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.

[deker 31]

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

[Alan Longmire 1,796]

 

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.

[Raymond Richard 69]

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!

[Nick Wheeler 1]

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!

[Paul Estes 4]

Damn Fine lookin blade. Grats

[Raymond Richard 69]

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.

[Kevin (The Professor) 114]

wow - what a beautiful hamon.

[Murat Klein 0]

That is one of the niced Fixed I have seen this year.

 

I love it !

 

Best Regards Murat

[sandpile 0]

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

[jdsmith02115 35]

Hotter than hot....that is all.