A lot of custom and production fixed blades follow a common trend for handle scale design. The front of the handle (the handle portion that terminates close to the blade) has a sharp 90 degree angle ending, without any radiusing or contouring.
I'm curious if there is a reason for this? Does it have a utility purpose? Is it very difficult for knife makers to smooth or curve this area? In use, I've found it can be slightly uncomfortable in some grips.
Below is a photo showing the hard angle at the front of a handle scale.
I'm curious if there is a reason for this? Does it have a utility purpose? Is it very difficult for knife makers to smooth or curve this area? In use, I've found it can be slightly uncomfortable in some grips.
Below is a photo showing the hard angle at the front of a handle scale.