Poll Knife #1000

[nztimb]

In what seems a very short time I will be making knife # 1000 and as sugested by @rookhawk it will be auctioned for a yet to be determined hunting or conservation organisation connected to some aspect of the Africa Hunting scene.

 

[Inline6]

Heavy Hunter only because we have bought 2 from you!

Looking forward to seeing the results.

 

[nztimb]

Heavy Hunter only because we have bought 2 from you!

Looking forward to seeing the results.

Mark it above Bryan

 

[rookhawk]

I marked "Other" because I think it ultimately needs to be the artist's inspiration. Whatever it ends up being for a blade shape, I think a large handle is key so it permits @Von Gruff to express the detail and quality he is capable of in a beautiful manner. Nickel silver / mammoth accents, and a native New Zealand wood that harkens to his homeland? I'm not sure, but I'm sure whatever he decides is going to be stunning.

 

[pilar]

I like a light weight EDC , so a big heavy weight knife wouldn’t be my first choice in a knife for walking around on safari

 

[CastShooter]

I agree with @rookhawk this should be up to the individual that wins the auction.

 

[nztimb]

I agree with @rookhawk this should be up to the individual that wins the auction.

The knife will be made and then auctioned so design needs settled before it is auctioned.

 

[rookhawk]

The knife will be made and then auctioned so design needs settled before it is auctioned.

I wasn't suggesting its up to the buyer, i was suggesting it should be up to the maker! Your show, @Von Gruff . I'm sure it will be the Mona Lisa of knives!

 

[rookhawk]

I like a light weight EDC , so a big heavy weight knife wouldn’t be my first choice in a knife for walking around on safari

Are you going to spend several thousand dollars on a knife for every day carry on safari?

 

[CastShooter]

The knife will be made and then auctioned so design needs settled before it is auctioned.

Then I'd say a universal knife, nothing with a blade over 4.5". I'd say the 951, but it's too new. So the hunter EDC would get my nod then.

 

[JimP]

I agree that it should be up to the maker, be it one of your designs or a brand new one.

I personally like a useful knife, but I also like unique ones that may never be used on a hunt.

 

[mdwest]

EDC Hunter gets my vote...

Love @rookhawk 's idea of using a hardwood from NZ for the handle material.. maybe combined with some sort of African material for bolsters since the intent is to auction the knife on behalf of a conservation organization related to hunting in Africa..

 

[BeeMaa]

Heavy Hunter.

I really like that design, even if it puts me in the minority in the poll.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

EDC Hunter with the scandi grind.

Or if you want to go exotic on us, you could go something like this (Just kidding)

 

[BourbonTrail]

I really like the 2 options listed, but for a charity auction item it should be unique. A functional showpiece that demonstrates Garry’s talents is what is called for on this occasion.

I love the mashup of Africa and NZ concept. Maybe a historical figure or favorite African animal for inspiration? (like Erik Nording’s hunting pipes which are inspired by game animals)

 

[Hunter4752001]

I cast a vote for the PH EDC, I would also be happy with something like a Classic Mini Skinner scaled up to a 3.5" - 4" blade. Two things I think important whatever knife form is chosen:

• Buffalo horn curved bolsters (this is at the heart of Africa hunting)
• The chosen knife should be 100% practical and not some fantasy knife or pseudo sword design.

Gary has great craftsmanship and can create almost anything, but the true spirit of a knife must be in its usability.

 

[Ravensview]

I like the proffesional hunter edc, but I think your tahr hunter is beginning to work it’s magic on my wallet

 

[ActionBob]

I nominate a Pocket Ranger. Three pin polished brass or buffalo horn bolster under Kerelian Birch or other very high end hardwood. This blade and sheath. I lost this one to my lovely wife so I need a new one

 

[Bullthrower338]

I vote other, Do that VooDoo that You Do So Well Garry!

 

[nztimb]

I nominate a Pocket Ranger. Three pin polished brass or buffalo horn bolster under Kerelian Birch or other very high end hardwood. This blade and sheath. I lost this one to my lovely wife so I need a new one

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I only have these 2 bars of stainless damascus on hand and the ladder bar (lower one) is not big enough for a Pocket Ranger. The upper one is Fireball Damascus and is large enough foe that blade. The Ladder bar will do the smaller knives and up to a Bushcraft Hunter as it is not a deep knife.