So Rotte, how is that custom design working out for ya? C'mon now, don't hold out on us
Oh, sorry brother. Nick and I were talking about two different blades. I was referring to a small 3.5" A-2 drop point he's making me (soon now).
Nick was referring to this:
It's an unnamed, one-off, he put up in the For Sale area. None of you basterds bought it, so I had too; but don't worry I've forgiven you all.
The good news is that it is another spectacularly well made knife: antique blued finish, laser sharp secondary edge on a full-flat grind, laminated micarta scales, and Nick's usual impeccable fit and finish. My only wish is that the handle were a bit fuller (I have big hands and like a big handle.). I'm not sure how I feel about the choil either. It's big enough to be functional for choking up on the blade, but I've cut myself twice when my fat finger caught that exposed heel of the edge. Overall it's a very comfortable knife in several different grips, but the chest lever grip isn't quite as easy between the choil and the integral guard. Of course the flip side of that is that one can really choke up on the edge and have tremendous control with the heel there. As with all knives, there are trade offs.
The bad news is that I haven't been out in the woods much and this baby has been consigned to light duty work around the kitchen and such. As a result I can't give a very informative review. I'll just say that it's an extremely well made knife, and Nick continues to blow me away with his stunning designs, work, and quality (Thanks Nick:thumbup
. I'd take this blade anywhere.
So, long answer to your question there, but I'm still looking forward to my NWA custom!
