Bitteroot with African Blackwood

Product Description for Bitteroot with African Blackwood

Maker: Gary Rodewald, J.S. (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 91103
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 7.25 in.
Total length: 11.75 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.20 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.20 in.
Item weight: 7.75 oz.
Shipment weight: 15.12 oz.
Blade: Hand forged W2 carbon steel with a differential clay zone heat treatment
Bolster: Polished brass
Handle: African blackwood with brass pins
Sheath: Leather sheath
Description: This is a spectacular, hand forged knife that lives up to the ideals of the ABS, of which Gary Rodewald is a journeyman smith!
The blade was forged to shape from W2 carbon steel. Using traditional Japanese techniques, Gary performed a clay zone heat treatment. By insulating the spine with clay, the spine remains soft and supportive of the ultra-hard, keen cutting edge. The undulating heat treatment line is called a hamon.
The handle is carved from African blackwood. It swells at the palm and toward the pommel for a secure, comfortable grip.
Accompanied by a leather sheath. Excellent fit and finish throughout!


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