Great knife, some of the best-looking bone GEC have ever done, and in my opinion, you'd have to be a total doughnut to drop the blade on this bail (it's a stiff bail)
I have thought of modifying one. Well, let me rephrase that: I thought of buying one and having it modified.
I'd have to look for the thread, but I seem to recall someone on here turning one into a wharncliffe. It looked alright.
That's what made me consider it. I cant remember what they did but I recall what you are refering too.
Nice work fellas!
Here's a Navy knife I converted to a warncliffe.
Nah, don't sweat it sir! The tip ended up plenty thick. Here's my Ramrodded Navy in poor lighting:
I think I'll leave the etch on for now, I kinda like it. I also did a subtle drawn swedge that came out better than expected. Thanks for the inspiration! I love it!!