[Todd A]

At least my idea of perfection. I have slowly been adding to my fixed blade carry rotation. Aside from my SAK or a slipjoint I rarely carry a folder anymore.

So far I have a tiny 1 1/2" blade necker/pocket knife, a larger 2 3/8" blade (cutting edge)pocket/belt knife, and a 3 7/8" belt knife for woods romping. (the largest blade by law for general carry).

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm99/toddma/100_0875.jpg

I felt I had a real gap in my rotation between the 2 3/8" and 3 7/8" range. I have been filling that gap with my 3.25" Becker/Kabar BK11. The BK11 is a great knife, but I felt I needed a more traditional knife with comfortable scales.

So a little over a month ago I ordered a Anniversary EDC from JK Handmade knives. I guess I am now a JK fanboy, great knives.

I ordered mine with a 3 " O1 blade, green micarta with black liners and thumb serrations.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm99/toddma/100_0913.jpg

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm99/toddma/100_0914.jpg

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm99/toddma/100_0915.jpg


This knife is now my favorite, great size for the belt. It is easily covered by an untucked shirt, yet large enough with a comfortable handle for extended use. I would not be "under-knifed" if this were my only blade.

This knife is my idea of perfection.

[bikerdoc]

Nice Knives Todd!
The new one looks like it would be a perfect EDC
Being a fixed blade convert I agree with your choices and reasoning.
Thanks for sharing.

I an current making a 1 1/2 inch knife from an old file by grinding and filing. Pic to follow if it works out.

[Todd A]

Thanks Doc. It is the perfect size for belt edc. My shorter 6" OAL EDC is my pocket carry for work.

Here is a shot with our much liked BK11s

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm99/toddma/100_0916.jpg


At 6 1/2" OAL it is only slightly shorter than the BK11. It feels so much better in the hand though.

Custom knives don't receive much attention here, but John's knives are ment to be used. With simple O1, or 1095, the cost is kept reasonable. I can have a knife built to my specs at or below the cost of wonder stainless folders. With wonderfull carbon blades.:cool:

Be sure to post your file made knife.:) I have been reading up on stock removal file knives as my 10 year old son has shown real interest in making one. I just really need to pick up a decent belt grinder.

And if his interest grows, maybe build a simple forge.Who knows, he might turn into a custom knife maker.:D

[bikerdoc]

Just tell him to remember Uncle Doc:evil:

[messerist]

Todd A. I highly recommend Tim Lively's forging DVD if you are looking to set up a simple forge that will work for just about any size knife.

[7X57chilmau]

I'll second that Tim Lively forge design. I've been making blades in a similar forge since 2005, from 1.25" blades up to 10" blade/16" OAL daggers.... Works really well.

J

[jim m.]

I am new here but it is nice to see others that prefer fixed blades like I do. Those are very nice knives. I thought I would share a picture of what I have made and carry. Large one is about a 4" blade, 8.5" overall.

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x53/maxmadco/IMG_2327.jpg

[HoosierQ]

Jim...dude...those are really very cool. You make those huh? Great work!

[auschip]

Jim, that little wharnie is nice. How difficult was that skinner to grind?

[bikerdoc]

Welcome Jim.

Yes details please!!!!!!

[jim m.]

The little wharnie was made as a gift to a friend, it's his favorite blade style. The skinner was the biggest pain in the butt EVER to grind like that. I learned a lot of what not to do on those. These are all ATS-34 and the wharnie is a lot more useful than I thought it would be. 2" of razor sharp blade, no mistakes! Also learned that you always make a few of whatever you make so the time is well spent.

[Todd A]

Welcome Jim. Nice to see a fellow fixed blade lover.

Great looking knives you made.:)

Too bad they are stainless.:evil:;)

(In case you can't tell I am kidding.;), but I am a carbon guy.:) all of mine shown are O1 )

Stick around, and post often.

[jim m.]

since I have been a machinist for so many years, old school, no CNC. I only started making some knives last year for I could not find what I wanted. It's also nice to carry something you made. AS for carbon steel, I like that just fine, they all have their place and it's nice to have variety. These are the first knives I made from 0-1 tool steel. If it's sharp I like it. Thanks for the warm welcome!

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x53/maxmadco/IMG_2329.jpg

[HoosierQ]

You are an artist man, you really are. I like your little logo too. Yeah, you need to post often here. This may be a "gun forum" but these guys really dig knives in a big way. There is another thread going right now (up to 11 pages now) in which a guy from South Africa is working with everybody on some forged blades he's making. Amazingly informative thread.

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=455793

[bikerdoc]

You are an artist man, you really are.


you need to post often here. This may be a "gun forum" but these guys really dig knives in a big way.


I agree, and welcome

Like Todd I am a carbon guy, but I like all things pointy!

[7X57chilmau]

I'm not sure what to call it, but I really like that long-bellied straight spined one.... Sorta a fillet knife with a substantial blade....

Lookin' forward to seeing more of your work. I've got photos of much of my own stuff posted in the first page of the homemade knife thread. I like to play with music wire (1085) and spring steels (5160) and old files (O1) in my backyard forge....

I really admire the professionally finished looks that you stock-removal folks achieve. It's a skillset I really need to acquire.

J

[jim m.]

but I made a few out of 0-1 (first knives made) and then some out of ATS-34. They are all 1/8" thick, 8.25" overall and the blade is about 4". Weighs 2.75 ounces. The wood on this is locust burl. The one in this picture is stainless, wife likes it in the kitchen and they work really well for slicing, effortless but you cannot make any mistakes. Thanks for the compliment, the skills I have working with my hands are from being a machinist and working with a wide variety of materials as well as making tools by hand. Making knives is something new but I am my own worst critic so I strive for making anything look good. I still have a lot to learn and freehand grinding is difficult. I never knew how much work is involved in making a knife.

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x53/maxmadco/IMG_1694.jpg

[jim m.]

gun nut, that's what got me over here.

[ArfinGreebly]

I'm not sure what to call it, but I really like that long-bellied straight spined one.... Sorta a fillet knife with a substantial blade....

Yeah, I like that pattern.

It reminds me of the Scandinavian grind, almost a Puukko.

That blade is, what, 3.5 inches? Maybe four?

Like it a lot.

[Fergy35]

Jim,

Beautiful work. I am jealous of your talent. I am in the midst of making my first knife (actually the 2nd one, but the first one didn't make it through heat treating). I can say without doubt that it will not look anywhere near that nice.

Out of curiosity, how much would one of those unnamed knives cost if you were to sell them?

[messerist]

Gun and knife nuts! I God bless ya all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)
p.s. Super knives Jim

[SaMx]

jim, those are great looking knives. Do you sell them? If you don't you definitely should. Most handmade/custom knives are out of my price range, but if I could afford it I would definitely buy one of those blades.

[Phydeaux642]

I have mostly folders at this point (except for a couple of Moras), but that knife in post #17 with the locaust burl handles speaks to me. jim m., if you ever start selling your stuff, I could see myself taking one of these off of your hands. Very nice.

[Mokwepa]

decent belt grinder

If you want a cheaper option, a small anglr grinder fitted with a flexipad to accomodate sanding disks. Works fine for me untill i have R5000 lying arround.

[Nematocyst]

Just checking in here.
Knice knives.
(Note sig line.)

I'll anchor the bottom of this first page.

Now, let's cut to page 2,
where we can get to the point.

:evil:

[hso]

jim m.,

Very very nice work!

You knives with the long rocking blade shape resembles a Japanese Aikuchi.
http://www.bradburnknives.com/Images/090305aikuchi4.jpg

[Deltaboy]

Nice job by you all.

[The Highlander]

Wicked blades. That first set is stunning.