Wes Detrick 487 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 As the title suggests, here is a variation on a theme. People like what they like, and it seems I have a few knives that people really like. That's fine, I enjoy making them, and I still exercise a little bit of creativity in each one. Although I totally forgot to put my makers mark on this knife, which pisses me off, but you know, it could be worse. It's really not hard to tell it is something I made... Anyhow, it is made from Aldo's 1075, which I really dig. Beaten copper, and a gorgeous piece of Desert Ironwood to finish it off. I wish pictures could do the wood justice. It glows in the light. Good stuff. Blade is 4.25" (10.8 cm) with a total length of 9.25" (22.9 cm). Hope you like. 11 Link to post Share on other sites
JJ Simon 123 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 Crisp and clean. I like it a lot! Link to post Share on other sites
trhodes 7 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 Very nice! Fit and finish is top notch. Link to post Share on other sites
Joël Mercier 505 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 (edited) I've been staring at it on your website. There's something hypnotizing about the flowing lines. This one has a very special soul! Edit: or I just had too much wine...very nice knife either way... Edited September 23, 2017 by Joël Mercier Link to post Share on other sites
Zeb Camper 780 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 The first thing that came to my mind when I saw this was "that's a clean fit up", and "It would be a heck of a skinner". Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Lester 271 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 Very nice and creative with the sheath too. Doug Link to post Share on other sites
Charles dP 458 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 5 hours ago, Wes Detrick said: I wish pictures could do the wood justice. It glows in the light. Beautiful knife Wes. How about a short video clip? That might help bring it to life. That wood looks amazing already and I do love your beaten copper guard (Noob question: is it still called a guard if it doesn't actually stop your hand sliding forward or is there another name for it?) Link to post Share on other sites
Jonas Liebel 30 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 (edited) The design and flow of your knife are outstanding. The only thing that caught my eye was the sheath, I think that burnished edges would look much cleaner Oh, and, what is that type of sheath called? I have to try this mix of folded and stacked leather as well! Edited September 23, 2017 by Jonas Liebel Link to post Share on other sites
grpaavola 30 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 it's hard not to know you made it. you have a certain look and aesthetic that just screams WES! beautiful! -Gabriel Link to post Share on other sites
Karim 62 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 why change a wining combo, this is cool Wes Link to post Share on other sites
Richard van Dijk 202 Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 I really like that handle shape. Richard Link to post Share on other sites
Wes Detrick 487 Posted September 24, 2017 Author Share Posted September 24, 2017 Thank you everyone, I appreciate the compliments! 16 hours ago, Jonas Liebel said: The design and flow of your knife are outstanding. The only thing that caught my eye was the sheath, I think that burnished edges would look much cleaner Oh, and, what is that type of sheath called? I have to try this mix of folded and stacked leather as well! Most of the edges were burnished but after you said something, I went back and burnished the ones I missed. Good looking out Jonas. I have no idea if this type of sheath has a name. It was an adaptation I came up with(and I am sure I am not the first) since I like snap sheaths and pouch sheaths, but hate wet forming. So its a mix 21 hours ago, Charles du Preez said: Beautiful knife Wes. How about a short video clip? That might help bring it to life. That wood looks amazing already and I do love your beaten copper guard (Noob question: is it still called a guard if it doesn't actually stop your hand sliding forward or is there another name for it?) Ask and ye shall receive. I guess you could call it a bolster at that point, but I am not overly fond of that word, so I just call it a guard Link to post Share on other sites
Charles dP 458 Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 2 hours ago, Wes Detrick said: Ask and ye shall receive Thank you Wes. I see now about the wood. That is truly beautiful. Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Pierce 53 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Very nice Wes, I have enjoyed seeing all your knives since I joined this forum and first seen your Kentucky Toothpick. Thanks for sharing. Link to post Share on other sites
DaveJ 68 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 crisp! Link to post Share on other sites
Wes Detrick 487 Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 Thank you gentlemen, I do appreciate the compliments! Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Stephens 415 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 I really like it, Wes. Great fit and finish. Beautiful bit of wood. Showing off a bit with the plunge cuts . . . nice. The only thing I would have done different is that I would have made the copper bolster even with the grip and used a slightly larger pin. But that's just an aesthetic preference. Bravo execution all around. Cheers! Dave Link to post Share on other sites
Wes Detrick 487 Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 Thanks Dave! I work really hard on my plunges, so it makes me smile when people notice. And I am always open to hearing aesthetic critique. It is good to step back and look my stuff through someone else's eyes. Link to post Share on other sites
Salem Straub 168 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Very nice flow and execution, Wes. I love that hammered finish too, on the guard. Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Nowacki 113 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 (edited) Beautiful lines on the blade Wes, the plunge lines are super clean and the desert iron wood is beautiful. Overall that's top draw work, a knife and sheath that will give you a lifetime of service. Edited September 28, 2017 by Steve Nowacki Link to post Share on other sites
Wes Detrick 487 Posted September 30, 2017 Author Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thank you Salem and Steve. Salem - People seem to really like the beaten copper, since I get requests for it a lot. Steve - I do my best man; I take pride in my plunges and the cleanness of my knives. Link to post Share on other sites
Vern Wimmer 472 Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I love the combination of, simple fumctionality in design, obvious ergonomics, inclusion of teriffic aesthetic features and craftsmanship. A lot of principles worth paying attention to. Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now