CKCA Mini-Show - Mini-Preview

[Karl B. Andersen]

In cruising the Mini-Show threads, there were a couple mentions of previews of the finished knives, which will come in due time.
Until then, so as to whet people's appetites, I thought I might start a little pre-pre-view thread.
If any of the other makers would like to post up a few "teasers", this could be a fun way to do it.
In fact, full completed photos will be taken in a few weeks, but until then:

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c247/kbaknife/Knives%202011/MiniShow-a1.jpg

[Kevin Jones]

Great idea Karl.
Hope our other mini-show makers follow your lead.

[Jon Klein]

Very cool Karl. I agree with Kevin and hope to see some more "Sneak Previews"

Thanks, Jon

[Karl B. Andersen]

I guess the other guys are scaredy cats. (C'mon guys - join in.)

Here's another little peep at my knife.
It was sent off yesterday for its new sheath. When it returns, it gets the hot-bluing done and then sent to Chuck Ward.

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c247/kbaknife/Knives%202011/MiniShow-c1.jpg

[Bruce Bump]

Karl, You big tease! Come on! :D

[Kevin Jones]

Looking good Karl.


Don Hanson and Tommy Gann's knives are finished.

[Eli Gautreaux]

Looking good Karl.


Don Hanson and Tommy Gann's knives are finished.



Pics??? Come on fellas :D

[Kevin Jones]

Eli, Don Hanson's Beautiful LONG frame handle damascus Bowie with outstanding blue mammoth ivory is at Chuck Ward's and Tommy Gann's outstanding folder is on it's way.

The Mini-Show knives are due to be completed by May 1, so we should start seeing photos over the few weeks.

[Karl B. Andersen]

Guess nobody else wants to play, Eli.
That's alright.
I just got my picture of the sheath for my knife.
Now some hot-bluing and off to Chuck.

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c247/kbaknife/Knives%202011/CKCASheath-1.jpg

[Kyle Royer]

Looking good Karl! The anticipation in building.

I'm looking forward to seeing all the CKCA knives together.

[Bruce Bump]

Outstanding sheath. Others will play, they're probally burning the midnight propane in prep for Blade.

[Don Hanson]

Lookin forward to seeing y'all there.:)

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff146/fishheadbug/longfighter3.jpg

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff146/fishheadbug/longfighter4.jpg

[Kevin Jones]

In addition to what you already know, more mini-show knives being finished up and on the way to Chuck for photography:

Mike Quesenberry - A beautiful full integral - 52100 integral forged from 1 1/4" round stock with tapered tang
Handle - Premium Sambar Stag scales with Nickel Silver domed pins
Finish - 600 grit finish on blade, 2500 grit on swedge clip.
Blade length - 6 5/8", OAL - 11 1/2"

Dave Lisch - An outstanding BIG feather pattern fighter bowie. Beautiful stag, "S" guard, sculpted butt cap, beautiful.

Thad Buchanan - Loveless Design Baby Bear with pre-act ivory handle, CPM 154 blade steel and 416 handle fittings. Buyer will receive a copy of the Affidavit of Origin for the ivory, with the USFW reference number.

I expect to hear from Ron Newton soon.

[Buddy Thomason]

Terrific! We are so lucky.
Wow, I'm reminded I need to go to the home page and proceed to buy my ticket. Bet I'm not the only one who needs to do that. ;)

[Kevin Jones]

Terrific! We are so lucky.
Wow, I'm reminded I need to go to the home page and proceed to buy my ticket. Bet I'm not the only one who needs to do that. ;)

Going by the list of those who have already purchased tickets, we are going to A LOT of new faces this year.
http://www.customknifecollectorsassociation.com/Banquet.html

[Jon Brand]

Don, WOW! I am in for a long terrible weekend when you guys are having fun at the Blade show surrounded by these beautiful knives. :(

[Don Hanson]

Don, WOW! I am in for a long terrible weekend when you guys are having fun at the Blade show surrounded by these beautiful knives. :(

Jon, you will be missed, my man!

Maybe just come down for the banquet and not set foot in the show.:eek::rolleyes:

We'll get something cookin this summer...

[Jon Klein]

Looking good guys! Let's see some more. Gonna be a lot of fun!

Jon

[Karl B. Andersen]

Last peek:

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c247/kbaknife/Knives%202011/TFe-1.jpg