Integral Hunter with Stag and Wrought Iron

Product Description for Integral Hunter with Stag and Wrought Iron

Maker: Aaron Wilburn, M.S. (Wilburn Forge) (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 107632
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 5.00 in.
Cutting edge length: 4.90 in.
Total length: 9.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.56 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.20 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.15 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.06 in.
Item weight: 8.60 oz.
Shipment weight: 11.6 oz.
Blade: Hand forged 52100 carbon steel with a differential heat treatment
Bolster: Integral carbon steel and wrought iron endcap
Handle: Stag
Sheath: Pouch style leather custom sheath
Description: Aaron Wilburn became a journeyman smith in June of 2009 and a master smith in 2013. He creates serious knives for some of the most avid collectors and outdoorsman. This Integral Hunter could easily be at the center of a collection or your favorite companion while out in the field.
The 5 inch blade is hand forged 52100 carbon steel. 52100 is considered by many knifemakers and knife users to be among the best steels (if not the best!) used in modern knifemaking. It combines exceptional edge holding with durability and ease of sharpening. The blade is differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil quenching three times. Many thermal cycles and normalizing steps assure consistent grain structure. For exceptional durability, the blade was then tempered at 400 degrees twice. A cryogenic treatment between tempers enhances edge holding ability. A clear differential heat treatment line separates the ultra hard edge from the soft and supportive spine.The spine is nicely rounded for comfort. Aaron's maker mark is on the left side of the blade and his M.S. mark is on the right side.
The bolster is integral to the blade for superior structural integrity. The handle is a downturned section of stag for excellent grip. The wrought iron end cap was sculpted to nicely match the stag's natural texture. A black fiber spacer assists the handle adjust to any humidity and temperature changes while out in the field.
To keep the knife close at hand, a pouch style leather custom sheath is included. The sheath features Aaron's logo and a number that matches the knife (802).
Excellent work throughout!


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