Hi thanks for the info The guy who made it for me done it in about 3 weeks form start to me receiving it Rob firsts ask you what sort of blade you want what sort of finish you would like on the blade you would like. Then on to scales. What do want the scales made out of wood,bone, carbon fibre or acrylic on the acrylic clear or not what colour then the shape of the scales you want the blade to sit in. he lives in the UK and is a great guy to know here is his e mail address if you wish [email protected]