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Beatiful and interesting work. I think I like the bubinga/ebony combo too. It would be tough to photo but I 'd like holding the piece, moving it in the light and seeing the depth (chatoyance) in the bubinga contrasted with the lack of it in the ebony. Very classy. How did ya finish the bubinga? I've used it alot and its not an easy wood to work with, at least for me. I have to be careful not to burn it particularly in contoured areas. Your work looks really clean in that regards. Nice.
__________________ Dave "Designed for the saddle from the saddle" www.horsewrightclothing.com Last edited by Horsewright; 11-03-2011 at 08:24 AM. Reason: spelling |
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Ya, actually I like the ebony too. But, when he wants to use stainless the 400 series will be a better choice than 300 ...
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Yes bubinga is very deceptive. Typically I think of cocobolo, purpleheart, and other darker woods as being the gummy ones that are impossible. But bubinga is one of them too. After profiling it on the sander, I did it all by hand using very fresh strips of sandpaper. Finished it with just teak oil. Might wax it but I might like it better without shine.
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Nicely done, Cpt-Jens. I envy you for the file work. It's perfect. I like how you did the sheath in pieces. That's smart thinking and totally works. Me, I'd probably have tried to cut a slot for the blade and goten TOTALLY frustrated... How is the eye held in place? just peined? Very unique!
__________________ Chris K. Two Mountains Forge Delta, BC, Canada www.twomountainsforge.com |
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