Nice Tyger.<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> What steel did you go with? I like both designs. Looks like about a 5" or slightly larger edge..? Great job so far. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I am finally working on the handles for mine after getting it back from HT.

I went with a synthetic for my handles but the Walnut or cocobolo sounds nice. Try to get it stabilized. I've also heard that you can use thinned super glue to darken and seal woods. Never tried it though. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I did a full convex grind also - I will just say - stay away from the spine when you are doing your grind or you will grind away thickness - but, you also have to stay away from the edge or you will have a sharpened edge before HT. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Fun stuff!

Keep the pics coming as you progress.