Nice handle! If that blade is carbon steel, some cold gun blue would look great. Or, maybe parkerize or black oxide finish it. Then, make a cool scabbard or sheath. 😂
Dude, awesome job, especially how well the stacked handle came out. I would have made a clip point on the blade, but I have a weird affinity for clip point machetes. I am currently modifying an Ontario Bushcrafter machete, the old model with the 5160 steel instead of 420 or whatever they use now... I have never liked the handle (flat slabs of walnut, no contouring whatsoever) and am attaching a set of scales from an Ontario RTAK II that I replaced with a set from The Knife Connection (I can not recommend their scales enough, they are on almost every Becker, Ontario, and Esee I own). I was waiting on a new set of carbide drill bits since I have worn out most of mine. It shouldn't take me too much longer, then I will attempt a kydex sheath for it. I have made a few kydex sheaths, but for nothing larger than a 4" blade! I am glad I found your channel. You have a new subscriber. Have a marvelous day!
Thanks! I'm a huge fan of Ontario knives. I was disappointed when they switched from 1095 to 1075. 1075 is an excellent steel, especially for large knives, but I prefer 1095 or O1 for most knives. Enjoy your new scales, and your kydex sheath project. I'd love to see how it turns out. Thanks for your feedback, and for subscribing. I'm happy to hear you enjoy the content. Take care and thanks for watching!
