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The blade on this one is a 7/8s it is a 100 layer 15n20 & 1095. The scales are whale bone.
There is a welding flaw in the blade from where I did not get a perfect weld when I was folding the blade material. The flaw is cosmetic and does not affect the function of the blade. I am not sure what I am going to do with the blade.
Charlie
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If you don't know what to do with the blade I'll take it off your hands for you.:) Love it, warts and all.
I'll second that. I can't see the flaw. Where is it?
On the tip of the tang? adds charactor:)
Ya sure are picky, she's a bute
I wish, I was not even thinking about the one on the tail.Quote:
Originally Posted by pixelfixed
Here is a picture.
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Oh noes! you just have to donate it to the "shave a poor artist fund". :rofl2:
seriously, though. It is a beautiful blade. Anybody would be thrilled to have that on their countertop. (or mantle for that matter.)
Whale bone? Charlie, you are full of suprises. :) Nice work, I like your damascus pattern, character and all.
Best Regards Kenny
Still a stunner! How about some Oosik next? ;)
Charlie thats barely a mistake!! Only a trained eye could have picked that up, beautiful work of art!!
This is what you get with " Hand made custom " this ones a beauty Charlie, loving you scales as well!
Charlie,Do you think that Inclusion (for want of a better word) is deep enough to cause a rust issue long term? is that your concern.
Beautifull Blade.
all I can say is.....OH Holy Crap....
That's one stunning piece.
Remember, if it was totally perfect, then some greek goddess would turn you into a spider....
Wabi-sabi :)
It depends, the opening will wick in water, but it will also wick in oil. If it were taken care of and oiled on occasion It would last forever. I do not see it as a function issue more of a cosmetic ( bruise to my ego ) type of flaw.Quote:
Originally Posted by pixelfixed
Charlie
Fully understand,But on the upside, thats what makes guys like you the best of the best.Quote:
Originally Posted by spazola
One man's welding flaw is another man's perfect razor. Nice one Charlie.
Simply wow Charlie! That razor looks perfect all the way around :tu
Looks real good to me! :)
Hope to see you at the Razor Meet in Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Charlie. Looks great. I like the pattern on the steel. The fact that a small flaw bothers you speaks volumes about your work ethic and attention to detail.
Beautiful work again mate.
Stu
I love the blade design, and the Whale bone scales, if I were lucky enough to aquire one of your razors, that simply but extremly stylish looking razor would be my choice. Beautiful.
Jamie.
I made another similar razor, now I can relax.
Charlie
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really a couple of stunners!
:idea: If you're at a loss as to what to do with the original one .... I can send my address ;)
First of all, Charlie, flaw? I'd love to own that razor!! I'm a big fan of your razors, but they sure sell fast!!Quote:
Originally Posted by EisenFaust
Eisen, there can't be too many "oosik" savy folks on here! Spent 14 years in Alaska and got a good laugh out of your post. I'd thought it before, but never posted it because I didn't want to explain it! LOL :rofl2:
Regards,
Howard
How about I send you one from my scrap pile and you send me that piece of crap. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm?
Bob
That is amazing! You have some serious skill
I said I'd love to own that razor. It happened and it's on its way. Can't wait!! I actually forgot about this thread and rediscovered it after purchasing the razor. Mind like a steel trap, rusted shut!! it really is a thing of beauty, Thanks Charlie!!Quote:
Originally Posted by spazola
Howard
Lovely, Charlie. 'Hard to say more. It just looks great.
I would call those 'bad to the bone' ! ....... :bow
I'd say that too Jimmy, but for this one time, I'd say, humbly as possible, IT'S MINE!!!! :yQuote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
So, what to do with a razor with that type flaw? I would have a hard time with that, as in I would keep it for my self. Hard to send it off to a customer. Yes flaws are part of the custom world but the ol’ ego takes a hit. Is this the one that gets destroyed to find the true depth of the flaw? Reground hoping to remove the flaw? Good opportunity to practice hollow grinding.
Funny thing here is that to many that “flaw” is unnoticeable and they would love to have the razor, they would cherish it as any other.
Thanks for posting the this one. Often I think people only post their best work and we forget that there are many obstacles to overcome. Many failures and lessons on the way to success.
Jeff
