Last two for Arkansas done

[Doug Campbell]

I wanted to get a couple Bigger type knives done for the Show since Arkansas is Bowie Land. First I'm calling this one the Straight to the Heart Bowie, my first D Guard. 9 1/2"s of 1095 with a little Hamon showing, stainless guard and a dandy piece of stabilized Koa.
   
   

Next is another 9"ish 1095 blade, wrought iron guard/butt cap and dyed stag handle.
 

Both blades are forged from some 1" square bar I picked up recently.  Wanted to give the 1095 a try with clay coating and see how the hamons would come out. Makes one heck of a blade but imo there are better steels for getting the "color" to come out.

Thanks for looking.

[srtben]

Very nice Doug!

[gudspelr]

I've always enjoyed seeing your knives. Ever since getting to actually handle one (Bing's), I look at what you post with even more respect and appreciation. Hope you have a great show.


Jeremy

[Panhead Johnson]

Both are beautiful! Super nice! I especially like the D- Guard bowie. Impressive.

[FerretWYO]

You all are making it very hard for me to not spend a lot of money on this hobby

[Track]

Nice Doug. I'm sure they'll be a hit at the show.

[Lin Rhea]

I'm sure glad you'll have a table at the show Doug. Very nice selection and beautiful work.

[Rusty Izatt]

Looking awesome Doug. Let me know if any of them make it back to Montana unclaimed.

Rusty

[tomsm44]

Awesome.  I love the stepped choil on the D guard.  

Matt

[Roughcountry]

That pair should fill your table very well Doug.
I sure see why you said you had a lot of time in that D guard. Those hearts are great.  Hope you have a great show.