3-Finger Knife

[Sam1911]

Brian, while I don't have the knife in front of me, the blade length was about 2-1/2" and the total length was right around 5", IIRC.

Blade width was just over 1".

hso, I'm pretty happy with those two designs as well, and am considering other variations -- maybe clip point, a more angular "exacto knife" blade. Not much into Tantos, myself, but I could do one, I guess.

 

[JShirley]

Sam's Miniature Performance Bowie is a clip point that's a little longer, but with a thinner blade.

 

[Brian Williams]

So, we need a pic of Sam's MPB, that might be just what I want.
Here is a mod I might like, with a thinner blade. Do you guys see any problems, it would be used in the kitchen and any time I might be out in the provinces.

I am thinking that with a blade width just around 1 inch, say 15/16" and just under 3" for a blade length. What thickness would you suggest, Sam and I discussed .125, but I want a good heft to the handle and a nice slim blade. Would it be possible to have it thicker at the choil, say .2" and taper the handle?

 

[JShirley]

Well, Sam's going to try several different profiles. The MPB will be ready before those, so of course you can see it when it's done.

Sam has .125" 1095 and some even thinner W2. Right now, these are "overbuilt", which is good in some ways, but of course adds weight and gives a thicker edge. Searching for the "sweet spot"...

I was handling the DP earlier today, and thought the little knife could indeed stand a slightly deeper choil, with perhaps .3" longer handle. I really don't think there's a lot of utility in a longer blade on a knife this size, but if you're looking for a compact belt knife, a MK1 or MPB might be just your thing.

John

 

[sm]

Sam,

I really like what you have done, referring to post 18.
Darn it...how did you know I have a thing for Rosewood?

Oh you would not be tempting me after our private discussions now would you?

*snicker*

 

[BullfrogKen]

Sam's a good personal friend. He's a master-class handgun shooter, and a master-class artist working with his hands. He's shown me what he's been working on over the past few months with steel.


He's both a craftsman and an artist.


Sam, next IDPA match let's get together and allow me to commission your next project.

 

[Sam1911]

Sam, next IDPA match let's get together and allow me to commission your next project.

First off, you're TOO kind. But thanks.

Remember, Ken, you've got one coming already. I've gotten Don's Small Skinner back from Bos now, and have the white linen micarta, liners, mosaic pins -- AND, the rust bluing chemicals came in from Brownells' today! That one will be a gentleman's knife, ne plus ultra.

But we can come up with new ideas, too!

 

[Sam1911]

SM,

I'm planning on making up a batch of these little guys a little later this fall (got a few Camp Defender orders to fill first, and a couple other things...) and would be happy to put your name on one!

 

[sm]

Sam,
I would be honored.

Still if'n you sold the kids, this would free up some time allowing you to get to these knives a bit sooner. Not to mention funding for knife making, IDPA and buying Ken's lunch. Heck, you get enough monies from selling 'em, you could cut back to working 7a-8a with a one hour coffee break.

*GRIN*

Steve

 

[Sam1911]

As I work through my pile of commitments, someone may be happy with this:

 

[Valkman]

Nice work Sam!

 

[hso]

I like that a lot.

Can you flair the butt a little to give a bit of bird's beak? Just heat it up a little and hit it with a hammer.

 

[Sam1911]

hso, I'm sure I can, but for the life of me I can't picture what you're suggesting. Is there a picture somewhere so I can see it?

 

[hso]

Very probounced bird's head/beak butt.


It keeps the hand from sliding off the butt as you draw cut.

 

[Sam1911]

OOOooohhh... Sure, I see.

That should be doable.

 

[hso]

Just be sure to go easy with the hammer and let it air cool without contact with anything.

The hammer blow is a slight drawing motion on the butt of the knife. You only need to bring the area to dull red with a torch since you don't want to squash it.

 

[JShirley]

He doesn't need to do it with this, spoken for, one.

Or mine. I just want mine to be a little shorter, and have more taper at the butt.

J

 

[Gordon]

Sam; I'll take a MPB , with Shirley's/HSO handle design what ever it works out to be, 1/8"+ stock or so of something that produces a very vivid hamon, and the same tan micarta handles and rivets you did on my CD. When you make the thin black kydex sheath please make sure it has enough retention I can wear it around my neck. Thank you I'll take a number.

 

[Sam1911]

That's mighty cool! I'll put you in the list.

 

[Sam1911]

Just about done.



It is not a hand-filling design, more of compromise -- as slimmed down as I can make it, and yet still as grippable as such a thing can be.



The blade extends just about the length of the full extension of my thumb.

Inverted. Probably would be more effective If double-edged. .... hey, I just thought of something!



Not actually glued up yet, but soon will be...



(I've considered adding some spine grooves/jimping (probably not the right word for this) but they didn't seem right out where I'd want them...maybe in v.2...)

 

[Sam1911]

Wow...that looks bad. Yes...the horrific scars are from knife work. Thou shalt not leave a knife clamped edge-up in a vice and then forget about it, lest thou losest thy cuticles.

 

[Gordon]

Jimping is correct. I am not a big fan of the Wharncliff Blade , looks like a good kitchen design however what is the MPB blade profile?

Wharncliffe is a very useful blade shape. It is fantastic for office folk for opening boxes and envelopes and excels in box-cutter type chores. It is not very good for preparing food and skinning as the lack of a belly makes it difficult for cutting soft tissue and using on a cutting board.

 

[Sam1911]

That's a "pocket bowie" clip point shape that I've played with. I don't think I've ever shown a pic of it. I'll have to scratch around and see about posting a pic.

 

[Valkman]

I definitely want one!

 

[Sam1911]

Don, that's a high compliment!

As we've discussed, I'm working through quite a backlog at the moment, but I'm on track and will be happy to oblige soon as I'm able.