eadus
01-15-2001, 06:36 PM
I have a number of knifemaking "heroes", namely Fred Carter, T.M.Dowell and Henry Frank. Whilst 2 of them make straight blades all three makers have something in common, all or most of their knives have simple, clean elegant lines. I believe that the hardest knife to make is the one that has those elements, simply because it shows up all ones shortcomings for all the world to see.
When I design a folder I look at the overall package, particularly with the blade in the open position. The profile should be of continuous lines and the treatment of the handle should be in keeping with the type of knife.
With lock-backs, once you have the mechanism sorted out, it is a simple matter to change the profile of the knife.
When I design a folder I look at the overall package, particularly with the blade in the open position. The profile should be of continuous lines and the treatment of the handle should be in keeping with the type of knife.
With lock-backs, once you have the mechanism sorted out, it is a simple matter to change the profile of the knife.