NDK
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Post by NDK on Oct 27, 2011 20:35:56 GMT -5
** UPDATE ** I got the stand finished. I posted it on page 2.I purchased one of the obsidian knapped blades slabcabber was selling. My plan is to finish the knife and make a nice display stand for it. It will then be gifted to my father-in-law for his birthday. I have been hunting with Glenn for many years, we started hunting together even before I married Jennifer. He has been my mentor and friend more than my "in-law". I have to thank my friend Kevin for the shed antler. I think the knife turned out quite well. Hopefully the stand turns out as nice. Mexican Velvet Obsidian and Whitetail Antler  Thanks for looking, Nate
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Post by tandl on Oct 27, 2011 20:53:55 GMT -5
It is a great gift , that im sure he will cherish .
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Post by FrogAndBearCreations on Oct 27, 2011 22:06:16 GMT -5
thats really nice!
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Post by christopherl1234 on Oct 27, 2011 22:52:21 GMT -5
You just can't buy a gift like that!! Righteous!
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adrian65
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Post by adrian65 on Oct 27, 2011 23:11:50 GMT -5
Beautiful knife. That antler offers a lot of grip as a handle.
Adrian
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dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Oct 27, 2011 23:26:22 GMT -5
That turned out AWESOME Nate! Your father-in-law will be so pleased. I plan on doing a couple for relatives as gifts also. It seems so much more special when its something you have crafted yourself.
Now I know I have to do some bone and horn handles!!
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Post by paulshiroma on Oct 27, 2011 23:53:50 GMT -5
That's really neat that you have such a great relationship with your father-in-law. Very, very cool! I'm sure he'll be touched by that gift. Great looking piece.
Paul
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Post by frane on Oct 28, 2011 14:10:40 GMT -5
Beautiful gift and it will mean a lot to him!
Looking forward to seeing the stand you create!
Fran
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Post by gr on Oct 28, 2011 15:38:25 GMT -5
Hey Nate! I'm ur bud right? LOL
That is a beautiful piece and your father-in-law love it I'm sure!
Thanks for posting a picture of it
Mark did a great job on the blade also
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NDK
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Post by NDK on Oct 28, 2011 18:14:54 GMT -5
Thanks everybody. Mark sure did do a fantastic job on the blade. I didn't capture the cool colors in the obsidian when I photo'd it because the sun was almost down, but it's amazing!
Nate
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Post by tntmom on Oct 28, 2011 20:30:55 GMT -5
That is SOOOOO COOL!!!! Even with the sun going down I can see the purples, greens and maybe even a bit of yellow. I can only imagine the colors in full sun!!!
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Post by Woodyrock on Oct 29, 2011 1:06:05 GMT -5
Now, we just have to get you knapping so you can do the whole knife. This one came out very nice, and will be a valued present.
Woody
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NDK
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Post by NDK on Oct 29, 2011 22:47:15 GMT -5
Thanks Krystee and Woody. You know, I would love to try knapping someday. My father-in-law has mentioned he'd like to try it too. He's got the space for us to make a mess too. Sooner or later we'll give it a try.
Nate
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Post by johnjsgems on Oct 30, 2011 7:39:04 GMT -5
That's really nice. How large is the antler base? I ask because the day you posted this I found two (not matched) white tail antlers on my Texas lot. They are pretty tiny though so I don't think they would work for knives. The only knapping I do doesn't include the "k".
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Post by Toad on Oct 30, 2011 8:42:05 GMT -5
Looks awesome. Do you hold near the blade or between the tines?
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mjflinty
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Post by mjflinty on Oct 30, 2011 9:17:03 GMT -5
Nice hafting job Nate!
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Post by NDK on Oct 31, 2011 15:50:23 GMT -5
Thanks guys. John, the antler is about 1 1/4" wide. It's almost too small, as the blade just sticks through both sides of the handle. I originally tried wrapping it with leather, but it kept breaking. I think the edge of the blade may have been cutting it. Todd, this is more of a display piece, although I think it would be an effective tool if needed. The antler fits in your hand, with the 1st tine going between your fingers. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I got the stand finished today. I tossed around ideas for this part for several days, wondering if I should use a wooden placque or something more rustic. I finally decided to see what I could find to go rustic. I went to my town's local recycling area, affectionaltey known in my house as "the dump" and picked out this piece of wood someone trimmed and threw out. It is dry, so I don't need to worry about sap running out. I flattened out the bottom to sit level and not rock, then used a woodpecker hole for the antler (slightly modifying it with my drill), then cut a groove for the blade. Simple and effective, just the way I like it. Here's the finished product:  Happy 65th Birthday Glenn! Nate |
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Post by talkingstones on Nov 1, 2011 19:10:29 GMT -5
Really cool! The whole piece just fits together wonderfully! You did a great job with it all and the stand is perfect!
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