RTAK type blade

Bill Siegle

Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Had this idea running around between my ears and put it to steel this week. I enjoy the RTAK and Junglas choppers and the concept of a large knife for jungle use. I used 1/4in 5160 for blade stock. For scales I used 1/4in thick black canvas Micarta with some subtle sculpting. The thin but wide grip work well in my hand with or without gloves. It’s a nice balance between a knife and pure chopper I believe. I gave it a slight unsharpened false edge too. Overall it is 15 7/8in long. The blade is 10in tip to handle. Weight is 22oz. The blade is 2in at it’s widest section. I used a cold bluing solution for a dark finish.
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Very nice. I think that is my favorite of your blade shapes I have seen :thumbsup::thumbsup:
 
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