An entirely new knife.............

[Gailainne]

Red
Its your design and Stuarts, and othes craftsmanship, that should be displayed in my opinion. The 1 of xx or even xxx is a great idea.

I just reread the whole thread, and really enjoyed it, again .

It would would give me great pleasure to own even a copy of such workmanship.

Enjoy your knife mate, and try not to cut down the whole forest I would be interested to hear how it performs in its other duties, preping food, etc.

Stephen

 

[Tadpole]

Tadpole,

Someone else asked me that. Think of it like a Purdey Shotgun. Would you leave it in the cabinet or go and shoot it?

It'll be bevel deep in wood by the weekend!

Red

I'd look at it and hold it and polish it for weeks and weeks, but once I had used it once, I think I'd be ok with with using it, but my loins would need gurding, big stlye before I could take it out that first time.
It is a beauitful knife, a true work of art.

 

[bushwacker bob]

I'll have to 'drop in' when that arrives. It looks nice and poncy now but it wont when you've just dressed out a Roe..

The whole caboodle is certainly a fine example of craftsmanship of the highest order,from Stuarts knife,the engraving and the sheath.
Mine would differ in design but I'd want it to be of that standard,which is still outstanding value for money.
It makes your choice of the 'knife or fair maiden' that much harder http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=20909:nana:

 

[British Red]

Should be here after lunch tomorrow mate!

Now your lanyard just has to live up to it Never done my own Roe yet (many a bunny and hare though)

I have a small box full of acorns waiting when you are ready

Red

 

[bushwacker bob]

Oh dear,I may have to take it with me for a day or two.

 

[TheGreenMan]

You know, Red, there is something quintessentially British about this knife, and in a sense something we can all be proud of.

It’s truly remarkable piece of work, and it gives me great satisfaction in that craftsman of this calibre still exist is this country, and, can still make a living.

And well done to you, for its conception.

Best regards,
Paul.

 

[michiel]

Is it there yet?

I wish I was out in the woods instead of studying.

 

[British Red]

Yup

Pictures dont do it justice!

We are getting acquainted

Red

 

[michiel]

One more question: Did you cut yourself allready?

Have fun Red!

 

[British Red]

Not yet - give me time!

A slightly clearer picture of the engraving - it is a swine to photograph being both highly polished and curved!

Red

 

[michiel]

*high sqeeky voice*:
Holy mother of god!!! That's amazing.

I think I'll just remember this:

it is a swine
Red

 

[British Red]

I have the knife in my hands now. It turned up this morning and I have cut feather sticks, sliced meat and vegetables and cut some triggers to get the feel of it.

The pictures don't come close doing it justice. The fit, finish, materials and workmanship are, quite simply, the very best I've ever handled - bar absolutely none.

I wanted this knife to "feel" like a Purdey shotgun in a leather tooled gun case -

Its a tribute to the workmanship Stu put into this that it looks and feels so close to that

What amazed me is not only that Stu managed to recreate the epitome of English gunsmithing in a knife, but that he managed to make it so personal to me.

At every stage of the process, he consulted, listened, exchanged sketches and was unbelievably patient with me - no design detail was too small to be discussed, no idea or question not worthy of his attention.

Importantly, he took not one penny until the knife was in my hands and I was satisfied. Such a gesture of trust made me trust him and the other craftsmen he used. I'm glad I trusted him - this knife is of museum quality and ought to be there.

However it will be on my belt and heavily used

Thank you Stuart - you are truly a master of your craft. I would absolutely and unhesitatingly recommend Stuart to anyone who wants "a knife for life". I would also say be brave, work out want you want and tell him - don't be afraid to exchange ideas and sketches (however "crayon" like) - he will pick up on your thoughts and he will deliver.

Red

 

[Shinken]

A slightly clearer picture of the engraving - it is a swine to photograph being both highly polished and curved!

I know what you mean mate, the ironwood looks better in that closeup pic also.

Knives never look as good in photo's as they do for real, i think id be gob smacked seeing that for real!

 

[British Red]

A note of final thanks to Chas Brookes, Weaver and Bushwacker Bob (who has now handled the knife - I would love him to tell you his thoughts)

I have to have a lanyard on my knives (actually a double lanyard with a wrist loop to choke the knife for fine work).

Chas, BB and Weaver were kind enough to send me some acorns. BB also supplied some plaited leather. This afternoon BB popped round and sorted out a choking double lanyard on the PFK for me. Now to some, this will look odd, but this knife will work for its living - a lanyard is a necessity in that for me

Thanks Guys!

Red

 

[michiel]

Looks great Red. Very nice lanyard!

Michiel

 

[madrussian]

Beautiful Red. It's amazing how a tool can actually be a thing of beauty at the same time. You should post some of your pics in the gallery.

 

[chas brookes]

Thanks Red
glad to have been given the opportunity to make a small contribution to this amazing piece of craftmanship
Enjoy
Chas

 

[Brian.T]

Thats a beautiful knife. I especially like the engraving, well everything about it!

 

[weaver]

Looks great! I like the way you made the lanyard adjustable.

 

[AndyW]

Congratulations to all involved in the build of this knife as it's a fine piece of work.

A true example of craftmanship at it's best :notworthy