Hmmmmmm. I have given this considerable thought, probably 4-5 seconds at least.

To solve the torque problem, Just put the hollow rivets through the handle/tang every 3-4 inches. I would think that should solve the problem.

Come on, any of you rocket scientists out there, chime in on this,would it work?

Dude? Why am I still checking as if Dan is going wake up for mid night wiz and decide to post pics of this mythical blade that has taken my life hostage.

Well if he doesnt do it in the next 10 min that's it! I'll check back in an hour just in case he gets up for some water or a sandwich and decides to post specs. He must have the specs right.

I really shouldn't be posting at the end of the 2nd annual national IPA day.

I was thinking a swell in the middle of the tang, instead of just a straight tang. Kind of like a reverse hour glass profile. But, I ain't no rocket surgeon.

...or maybe like a pregnant tang profile, with the swell on the side facing the fingers instead of the palm. That should resist the tendency to twist. Again, I cannot perform rocket surgery.

Hope it will be 13" cutting edge, not including the choil... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/loopy.gif" alt="" />

YUP, that would work! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

I'm just hoping for pics and specs at this point.

Please Dan, bring forth the specs on the FDM. Maybe even a pic

Morning LE. How's the porch?

Maybe we need to get this thread to page 13, then he will give us a pic.

I was also thinking of multiple rivets...question becomes how that would feel in the hand. Maybe no problems at all?

I've got a 911 on order, and i can't wait for this. Looks like i joined the Yard at the perfect time.

13" of perfection and beauty that makes my wife say "Do you REALLY need that?" Yes, dear, i certainly do!