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    Natural Born Bushcrafter saxonaxe's Avatar
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    Quick update.

    I remember when I made a knife back at the end of winter and used some dead Ivy for a handle, there was a question as to whether Ivy being of a 'layered' construction would be suitable. I wondered myself, but was attracted to the natural form of the wood and decided it was worth a try.





    After a summer of hard use (no Battoning) I'm pleased to report the handle is completely unaffected by frequent use. Early on I did sandpaper the handle profile slightly, and now it is supremely comfortable to use.
    PS. Didn't really make the knife, I just made the bolster, pommel and handle. I bought the blade......






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    Its great when everything comes togther n stays togther.I remember admiring it,as a one of a kind,very atractive.handle!
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    Natural Born Bushcrafter luresalive's Avatar
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    That's a cracker!

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    Very nice!
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    Superb! Thanks for the follow-up .
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    That really is a good looking handle.
    I have 3 or 4 carving blades that need handles.
    I'm inspired!
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    Beautiful knife. Really dig the gnarly twist in the wood
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    Quote Originally Posted by luresalive View Post
    That's a cracker!
    Hopefully no pun intended

    It still looks good
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