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[wolf creek knives]

I posted a photo of a pen I completed recently that was a gift for my sister in law who lost a pen I made for her in a fire. Well, this is for her husband, my brother in law. His knife was also destroyed in the fire. The wood on the replacement knife is Toyon. Never used this wood before and it is very hard but cuts like butter on the band saw. I've also included a photo of the original knife which was made from Manzanita that existed, at one time, on their property. I think the Manzanita knife was probably one of nicest looking knives I've ever made.
Thanks for looking.

 

[Dalecamino]

I have to say you have a good eye for wood. All of your knives are beauties. Good on you for replacing these items.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[bsshog40]

Sweet work Tom!

 

[TDahl]

Very nice.

 

[montmill]

As nice as it gets. What finish do you use if I may ask. That has to be a good one as knifes see a lot of wear.

 

[Madman1978]

Great work as always tom

 

[Lmstretch]

Beautiful knifes!

 

[wolf creek knives]

As nice as it gets. What finish do you use if I may ask. That has to be a good one as knifes see a lot of wear.

Wipe On Poly is what I use, multiple coats. I've tried other stuff but this seems to give me the best finish. After over 300 knives to date I've only ever had two returned for work and both knives were abused by the owner. I still fixed them at no charge but had to tell the customer next time it would cost them. I encourage anyone who buys one of my knives to keep the scales waxed. That really helps with wear and shedding water if they get wet.
Check out my post here "the 16 day pen" and the knife finish is basically the same but less days to complete.
Hope that helps.

 

[WriteON]

I encourage anyone who buys one of my knives

Was looking for your website but found it

 

[WriteON]

double post.....