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Offline flyfish1

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question for knife makers
« on: April 01, 2011, 07:23:00 AM »
I am wondering if someone can put a blade (2) in bear jaws from about a 100 lb bear. I would like to give both of my sons matching knives. I have the jaws and they fit the hand well. Could I get bades and do this myself? I am versatile as far as doing crafts building bows, quivers etc.. but never a knife. Any help, suggestions, experience greatly appreciated.
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Offline Whip

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Re: question for knife makers
« Reply #1 on: April 01, 2011, 07:33:00 AM »
Check out the Hunting Knives and Crafters forum and maybe ask this over there.  There are some very knowledgable people that will be glad to help with your special project.  
Check out the Helle Blades from Dryad Bows.  I'll bet they would work great for what you have in mind.  Sounds like a great DIY project!
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Offline wbyrd

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Re: question for knife makers
« Reply #2 on: April 01, 2011, 11:42:00 AM »
I would check out the Helle Blades too. I've actually bought five of the blades and have completed two knives with them. One with a Pronghorn Antelope antler and one with some rosewood on bought on the auction site. The blades are super sharp and look really good too. You can totally do it yourself and it's pretty fun. Once you get the knives done pick up some scrap leather and make a couple sheaths, that's fun too!

Here's the knife I made with a Helle Blade and the Pronghorn antler, I made the sheath too. I wear it around my neck and kinda tuck it in to a button down wool shirt.

 
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Offline David Ricke

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Re: question for knife makers
« Reply #3 on: April 03, 2011, 09:16:00 PM »
Sheffield Knifemakers supply, Orange City Fla. They are a good sorce for quality blades. Good Luck    Knifemaker

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