first knife and sheath

[robin wood]

I am primarily a tool user rather than maker but have been making sharp bits of metal with rough handles for years when I could not buy what I wanted off the shelf. Recently though I have been lurking on the British Blades and been inspired by Nicola's work recording traditional Sheffield knifemakers.
So this is my first attempt at a knife and sheath, I use a knife every day for carving wood but do not get on with wearing a sheath on a belt or round my neck so I wanted a good knife that fitted in a pocket. Anyway here it is.

Blade is by Bo Helgesson who I get my hook knives from and the handle is yew with a carved finish rather than sanded for good grip.

 

[Pignut]

Really like the look of that mate!

 

[British Red]

Now that knife I understand . Singeblister made me a really odd shaped knife with a handle almost like an awl and a demon sharp blade. The sheath I made for it does have a small belt loop but it pretty much lives in my pocket.

Vey handy!

Red

 

[BorderReiver]

Ah,a proper knife,all function and no show.

Mind you it does have that certain rustic elegance that I like.

Nice bit of work.

 

[brancho]

Robin
Great little knife made for a purpose that it will serve well.

Alf

 

[DoctorSpoon]

Mind you it does have that certain rustic elegance that I like.

just like its maker!

It is a lovely little knife ... although you've no idea just how many times I've been called on to admire it

 

[SOAR]

Nice one Robin, I like the handle shape, looks comfy.