Damascus Skinner

[skullworks]

This is a purchased blade with Cocobolo scales. The pics don't do the wood justice. The go from golden yellow to a deep purplish color. I do see a scratch that I didn't notice. Dang looks like it will have to be resanded. LOL Enjoy.

[Leftieshot]

Thats a good lookin knife.  I like the wood!  How is it?

[Leftieshot]

Oops, how long is it?

[skullworks]

The blade is 3-5/8" x 1-1/16. Seems to have a nice balance and weight. Thickness is 3/32 on the blade and 1/8 at the tang. Pins are copper. It is a damascus blade with a different carbon? tamg. Or it just might be unetched.

[Leftieshot]

Balance??  Where should a knife balance?  How critical is this in the build?

[skullworks]

I say balance...I really mean it feels good. LOL! Maybe someone with more experience could address that.

[Leftieshot]

Skull, I don't mean this the wrong way, but what is preventing you from making/shaping your own blade blanks?

[skullworks]

Mainly right now it is more of a time issue than anything. Single dad of a 10 year old and also help take care of my 76 year old mother. I am in the process of getting some cement saw blades to work with. I also do european mounts and also work 50 hours a week. LOL! So much for my sob story!

[drewsbow]

very nice job on the handle , great finish :0)

[madness522]

I like the cocobolo scales.  Really sets off the knife.  What did you use as a finish?  I've had trouble with poly staying tacky for days after put on cocobola.

[skullworks]

I used lacquer but it will have to come of to fix the scratch. Yep, cocobolo is awesome in person, get to see all the subtle colors.

[sticshooter]

NICE!!!!!!<><

[OconeeDan]

Looks nice!

[skullworks]

Here is this one with the redone handle and a sheath. I went back after this pic and re-etched the blade with some light acid(lemon juice) which made the pattern stand out a bit more.

[Leftieshot]

Skull, are those copper pins?  Whats size?  If so where did you find the stock?

[skullworks]

1/8" Copper. Jantz supply.