NEW...improved Nessmuk

[jojo]

Nice - is that the Red Joel or did you go for some more Sambar?

That one is Red deer, I used this piece of antler as it had the same strong curve as the blade. I think I'll make a rawhide "mountaiman" sheath for this one.

 

[Fin]

I'm lucky enough to own one of Joel's Nessmuks - the 3mm, scandi grind, curved edge makes for a perfect hunter/ woodsman's knife IMO.

It sharpens beautifully, is unsurpassed at skinning, every point on the edge is a sweet spot and Joel's design has an elegance that other Nessies lack.

Joel's been working hard on a Nessie/ Chopper combo for me (along the lines of a leuku/ pukko combo but with British woodland and game in mind). The project is nearly complete - thread and pics to follow.

Fin

 

[British Red]

Well now - the knife has changed hands - and gained some friends in its new home

Thanks Joel!

Here's my homage to Nessmuk (with a "thanks" to Hoodoo who started me on this journey with his avatar a few years back)

Red

 

[Dingo]

you are very talented indeed, i really like the blade, nice and thin and could be really used.

 

[Big Mark]

I have now made the sheath for the Nessie. 3mm veg tan leather, wet molded, linen thread and riveted copper tacks.

I hope you guys n gals like it

Mummy I want it!!!!!!!!!

 

[British Red]

But you can't have it - it belongs to another little boy...and he doesn't want to share

 

[jojo]

Now, come on children, stop bickering...

Only just saw this. I must say they all look good together, don't they. That axe is a beauty. I guess that's as close to Nessmuk's set as we'll ever get to see. Glad you like the knife, Red.

 

[JonathanD]

Well now - the knife has changed hands - and gained some friends in its new home

Thanks Joel!

Here's my homage to Nessmuk (with a "thanks" to Hoodoo who started me on this journey with his avatar a few years back)

Red

Now that kit is a bit special. Love it Red, I can almost smell the history.

 

[British Red]

I guess that's as close to Nessmuk's set as we'll ever get to see. .

Indeed -thanks for making it happen for me Joel - I hope the need for a "real" one makes sense now its in context?

 

[jojo]

Indeed -thanks for making it happen for me Joel - I hope the need for a "real" one makes sense now its in context?

Yes indeed it does, Red.

Actually, where does that axe come from? I mean anyone who makes them?

 

[British Red]

That one is a custom one made by Lee Reeves In the US. Its a truly startling piece of work and it caused me to fall in love with his work.

There is just over a years waiting list for his work now sadly

Red

 

[launditch1]

That set up is a bit special!Wow!

I love the axe mask..very,very nice.

oh and the nessie is good too!

 

[jojo]

There is just over a years waiting list for his work now sadly

Ah well, I s'pose that means he's good, and good on him. I hope he makes a living out of it

Oh, and I couldn't afford one anyway!!!

 

[British Red]

I love the axe mask..very,very nice.

Aah - that'll be Singteck's work (a member here)

I wish he still lived nearby

Jojo, he does make a living - and sadly his work is getting dearer since the exchange rate is not our friend now

Mind you - you are rather good too Joel!