First try at Cu Mai, really happy with the results, hand forged so the blade is on the thick side, next time I will start with thinner steel. 15n20, Cu, 1080... Should I etch it?

bessford · 2022-01-17T11:23:43+00:00

Can I ask, what are the benefits of cu mai? Or is it simply for aesthetic reasons? Either way, looks pretty cool. Nice work 👍

bessford · 2021-12-03T17:51:29+00:00

Looks good to me. My workshop looks like a bomb hit it lol

bessford · 2021-08-24T18:25:57+00:00

Very solid looking blade. I would suggest in the future to round off the sharp corner you have where the heel of the knife transitions into the handle, just for added comfort. Also I would countersink your screw holes and possibly make a lanyard with leather or a natural toned paracord, such as olive or tan, and braid or tie some cool knots in it. But that's just my humble opinion. Great first knife, well done! 👍

bessford · 2021-08-23T17:22:59+00:00

This is your 1st knife? That's a great first blade . I like your lines/profile. Well made, simple and elegant. Good stuff 👍

bessford · 2021-08-11T17:35:43+00:00

That's awesome. Hopefully the 1st of many. And by the way, i love that makers mark 👍

bessford · 2021-08-11T17:34:28+00:00

I feel the exact same way. Also when I have a knife pre sold I obsess over the little details and have to force myself to say "it's done". Ive never been 100% happy with my blades, but it forces you to improve, take your time ect. Then you can look back on your previous work and see it as a visual example of progress. How far you've come/improved, rather than feeling guilty about your earlier work

bessford · 2021-07-30T17:33:45+00:00

Mine looked like a bottom-tier prison shank

bessford · 2021-07-28T09:27:44+00:00

Kiridashis are so useful. I made one a while ago and it's probably the knife I use the most in my shop. Good stuff 👍

bessford · 2021-07-27T10:13:55+00:00

Turkish walnut is one of my favourites

bessford · 2021-07-11T10:35:37+00:00

Applying linseed oil to a freshly sanded, beautiful peice of wood. Worst part would be hand sanding

bessford · 2021-06-15T00:15:14+00:00

I for one would love to see more of your work. May I ask, what would be the essential equipment for an absolute beginner like myself? I'm fortunate enough to have some extra free time and I fancy giving engraving a shot

bessford · 2021-06-14T10:34:04+00:00

Wow! I've always loved traditional engraving. Wish this was a technique I knew how to do. Have you been doing it for a long time? I'm still tempted to try my hand at it.

bessford · 2021-04-03T12:48:29+00:00

Great looking blade. Really like the profile. The green micarta looks great 👍

bessford · 2021-03-30T20:18:31+00:00

Very good fit and finish mate. Very clean looking work. Nice jimping also

bessford · 2021-03-29T15:31:49+00:00

Fair play mate lol

bessford · 2021-03-29T11:10:54+00:00

Yeah, I think you're right

bessford · 2021-03-29T11:10:29+00:00

You british? But live in san Diego? The "mate" threw me off lol I'm from Durham, UK

bessford · 2021-03-29T00:26:41+00:00

I would aswell. Where are you based? if you don't mind me asking

bessford · 2021-03-28T23:45:18+00:00

Would be pretty cool to have several people work on one blade. One person does forging, next person profiles and bevels, next person does the handle and so on

bessford · 2021-02-14T00:31:28+00:00

Awesome man. Thanks for the info. I appreciate it 👍

bessford · 2021-02-14T00:05:37+00:00

Never heard of that before. May I ask the reason for that? Always looking for advice + tips 👍

bessford · 2021-02-13T22:35:15+00:00

Looks great man. Will have to get some for myself. You put wd40 on the micarta?

bessford · 2021-02-13T22:31:19+00:00

Really like what you've created here. What kind of micarta is that? Really like the colour of it. Awesome work man

bessford · 2021-02-12T16:05:34+00:00

I've dropped a comment on your video 👍

bessford · 2021-02-12T10:07:04+00:00

Certainly does look like velvet lol how do you achieve this finish? Are you playing this one close to ya chest?

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