What would you call it?

[SVanderkolff]

Here is a knife I just finished for the upcoming Canadian Knifemakers Guild show this weekend but I am not sure what you would call it? It is 14 1/2" overall with a 8 1/2" blade and 6 inch handle. The blade is random pattern damascus as is the guard. The handle is tulip wood with mosaic pins.
Thanks for looking.
Steve

[tmickley]

Very nice Stephen - as usual.
Viking Dagger...

[Michael Atkins]

I would call it a VND (very nice dagger)



I like the symetrical effect between the handle and the blade.

[NJStricker]

I would call it the Gannet. The gannet is a seabird with a very long bill, and broad wings. The guard reminded me of a picture I once saw of a gannet in flight, with wings outstretched, getting ready to dive into the ocean after a fish.

[McAhron]

Fairbanks interpretattion.sweet blade

[David Johansen]

I am with Armory414 my first thought on the guard was "wings". Very interesting choice having the edges of the guard go back instead of forward, I have never seen that done before. My thoughts definitely revolve around some sleek bird.

[Don Robinson]

Originally Posted by Michael Atkins

I would call it a VND (very nice dagger)



I like the symetrical effect between the handle and the blade.

My thoughts exactly, Michael.

You got there first.

[ciulkwens]

Mr. Vanderkolff, i think that you'v put the guard with the back side forward

[ddd]

Hello Steve,

The shape and design of this new knife of yours does stir one's
imagination. The feeling of movement is really strong. I saw the
word "Glide" the moment I set eyes on this design......

David (ddd)

[maddogfletcher]

Well partonize the Canadians and call it the " Canadian Dirk"
Jeff