FRENCH TRADE KNIFE

[Marlan]

melsdad, very nice work on your knife! How long between coats of tung oil? I usually do one coat every 24 hours or so....

 

[anvil1231]

Very nice knife Melsdad, very nice

 

[Dane]

I don't care what you call it. That darned thing is pretty.

I'd carry it with pride. :thumbsup:

 

[Capt. Jas.]

I think the "French" description is currently in modern mainstream use for the pistol grip type butcher/kitchen knives. They seem to be called "French" style by those not in any way affiliated with historical documention.

 

[jbwilliams3]

Also, if you go to Kyle Wilyards site, "Old Bethel Forge", you will see knives very similar to what you made.

I think you mean "Old Dominion Forge." :wink: He does have several similar knives pictured- his explanation is that although they are popularly called French, the pistol grip was seen all over.

 

[LRB]

Yeah you're right. I had a senior moment. Bethel forge is Randy Wolf. Right? That's why I just put my name on mine. No mixups that way. As long as I remember my name, I'll get by.

 

[melsdad]

melsdad, very nice work on your knife! How long between coats of tung oil? I usually do one coat every 24 hours or so....

Yes I did one coat everyday until I acheived the look I was after.

Thanks for all the compliments everyone!!