Quick update.

[saxonaxe]

I remember when I made a knife back at the end of winter and used some dead Ivy for a handle, there was a question as to whether Ivy being of a 'layered' construction would be suitable. I wondered myself, but was attracted to the natural form of the wood and decided it was worth a try.

http://i.imgur.com/AmkxM2ol.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/VlrHVDAl.jpg

After a summer of hard use (no Battoning) I'm pleased to report the handle is completely unaffected by frequent use. Early on I did sandpaper the handle profile slightly, and now it is supremely comfortable to use.
PS. Didn't really make the knife, I just made the bolster, pommel and handle. I bought the blade...:ashamed:...

http://i.imgur.com/CNW3FoBl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/81vvmqTl.jpg

:D

[midas]

Its great when everything comes togther n stays togther.I remember admiring it,as a one of a kind,very atractive.handle!

[luresalive]

That's a cracker!

[Thumbcrusher]

Very nice!

[OakAshandThorn]

T^ Superb! Thanks for the follow-up :).

[rossbird]

That really is a good looking handle.
I have 3 or 4 carving blades that need handles.
I'm inspired!:)

[bikebum1975]

Beautiful knife. Really dig the gnarly twist in the wood

[Tigger004]

That's a cracker!

Hopefully no pun intended :happy-clapping:

It still looks good