Patch Knife in 8670 w/ Natural Canvas Micarta

This Patch Knife is a stock removal Every Day Carry knife that is constructed from 8670 high carbon steel. The profile on this knife lends itself to being a great user for a lot of different uses. These style knives, at one time, were primarily used to cut patches, pieces of cloth or leather which were wrapped around the rifle ball to insure a tight fit against the rifling in the barrel of a muzzle loaded rifle or pistol. The handle is constructed from Natural Canvas Micarta that will develop a nice patina with use and time. The handle hardware is 1/4 inch brass pin and a 3/8 inch brass lanyard tube. Blade length is 3 1/2 inches and 7 inches overall. 8670 high carbon steel. Stock removal.

About the Maker: Joel Austin is from Batesville, Arkansas and has been bladesmithing since 2009. He studied under Master Smith Jim Crowell and enjoys making hunting and Every Day Carry styles.