Mokume Gane-pocalypse (with knives!)

[Locutus D'Borg]

My Mokume Gane EDC collection. Many of you already know this, but for those who don't, Mokume Gane is the Japanese metal-working technique, similar to Damascus, where copper or gold is melded in layers with silver or steel to produce a wood-like grain.

On the left is a William Henry Mokume money clip with a fossilized Wooly Mammoth tooth insert; then an Anne Wolf Mokume wristband; under which is a Mokume pendant (from Thailand). The knife on the right is a William Henry (that my wife gave me as a birthday present some 10 years ago) with Devon Thomas Damascus blade, Mokume bolsters (in a burl pattern), and CF scales; the bottom knife is a Benchmade Gold Class "Proper" slip joint with Damasteel blade, Mokume bolsters, and burgundy/black linen micarta scales.

Here is my Instagram if you want to check out more of my modest knives and things. https://www.instagram.com/locutus49/?hl=en.

 

[Bob Denman]

Dang it! My palms are sweating, and that can only mean one thing...
I was actually discussing a knife design with a manufacturer, and Mokune came up as an option...

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Dang it! My palms are sweating, and that can only mean one thing...
I was actually discussing a knife design with a manufacturer, and Mokune came up as an option...

I think Mokume works best with brown or black-toned scales, but I have seen it on all kinds of patterns and colors. I like it because it looks good even when it gets old and rubbed a lot. And it isn't too common. You won't see it on cheap knives, although if they discover it in Pakistan...watch out.

 

[Bob Denman]

Something like this one?

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Something like this one?
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OMG, what a beauty! That is some exceedingly well-done Mokume, my friend. Maybe the beginning of your own Mokume Gane journey...(*_*)

 

[Bob Denman]

What do you know about fedokume? That came up as an option also...

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

What do you know about fedokume? That came up as an option also...

I never heard of it, and when I just googled it, all the entries were for Olamic knives. But they did not explain it. What is it?

 

[Bob Denman]

All I know is that it's $200 more than mokune...
I guess it's less prone to scratching, and a bit more flexible...
By the way: I took the "Cheepessobee" route, and ordered my knife with gold anodized titanium, and a jeweled finish.
It kept the knife within budget!

 

[Glenn Goodlett]

Jason Clark - Persian

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Wowee! Phenomenal knife with a really cool Mokume pattern. Thanks for posting that beauty. Who made it, if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Rufus1949]

Coming next week from Olamic.
Different blade though.
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[Rufus1949]

That is a classic.

 

[Bob Denman]

Ruf... Yours is World Class SuperModel beautiful!

 

[Rufus1949]

Ruf... Yours is World Class SuperModel beautiful!

Yours will be more pocket friendly after looking at specs. Look out runway.

 

[Bob Denman]

I figure that the bolsters will match my Tizer...
Minus the holes!

 

[Rufus1949]

I enjoy your design talent.

 

[Bob Denman]

Thanks! I'm just the blind hog; that still finds the occasional acorn...

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Coming next week from Olamic.
Different blade though.
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They are becoming masters of Mokume Gane. Stunning.

 

[Hvactech]

Very nice ! I'm still learning a lot in the world of knives. But you just taught me a new type, that I definitely will be looking into. Thanks !

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Very nice ! I'm still learning a lot in the world of knives. But you just taught me a new type, that I definitely will be looking into. Thanks !

No problem, my friend. Hope your knife journey continues pleasantly. And bring money. Lots of money. lol