Handmade knife: Bowie hunting knife
Hidden spike, octagonal grip and finished mirror by hand (blade and guard)
Although I have done the heat treatment, I prefer not to use it and keep it as an ornament.
Some explanations at the end of the video for those who are interested: 23:45
Knife design:
Link 1: ibb.co/f1DKgPy
Link 2: img.fenixzone.net/i/u6lJrmz.jpeg
●Instagram: / leandrogoretta
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Specifications:
-Point: Clip point
-Steel: 5160
-Total length: 35 cm
-Handle length: 12 cm (with knob and guard)
-Thickness: 5 mm
-Weight: 450 g
-Handle material: Quebracho colorado wood (Schinopsis balansae) and plastic separators.
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Used tools:
-Press tool
-Grinder with discs: cut and rough
-Files
-Sandpaper beads: 100, 150, 280, 320, 400, 600, 1000, 2000 and 2500
-Bench press
-Epoxy glue
-Drill with wicks
-Heat treat: Hollow bricks, blowtorch and container with cooking oil
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A greeting.