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10/21/2014
I had recently seen a picture of Peter Hammer's last Wotan build. It was a high polish blade with a wood handle. I have requested he allow me to use it and I will post here if he does.
What I did so far was remove the Kraton handle and media blast the coating off the knife. After which I did run it under a wire wheel.
Before and after blasting:
I kinda like this "Satin" finish, but I will probably change my mind later.
Now to figure out a handle. That is a Huge hidden tang to cover up, 4-1/4" total length, 1/4 x 5/8 stock.
Any ideas?
Here is Peter Hammer's last Custom Wotan. I do not know the species of wood, but I would guess Cocobolo.
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Cannot wait to see it done Brad. Amazing the 52100 began to turn so fast
OO00ooah .. that's gonna look sweet !!
Brad T. said:
Picked a really nice turning block of Arizona Desert Ironwood. Along with the last of the mosaic pin I have, this will be really nice when done.
Having thought about this for a month, I have become a little more ambitious about the handle. I pulled a piece of buffalo, stag and 2 nickel silver spacers into the mix.
I believe they may contrast well together. The stag will be blended into the Ironwood leaving a smooth finish that will darken as it is used...I think. Lets see what happens.
This is going to be a nice project Brad, you keeping this one?
Definitely keeping this one. Who else has a Wotan in North America?
Good I was hoping that was the answer
Hey that will look great no question!
Am currently reworking mine...welcome to use anytime!
Brad T. said:
I am anxious to finish this now. Want to see it finished with those extra design elements. I need a home workshop.
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