Does a line of less expensive Martell knives interest you?
I'm considering making (some of) my knives with pre-made Japanese wa handles. This would allow me a small savings in material costs but a HUGE savings in labor which I could pass along to my customers. I could also make a LOT more knives than I currently do meaning more availability.
If the plan works out as I hope (and of course it never does.... but anyway) I would start with 240mm gyutos, D-shaped handles done in magnolia wood and buffalo horn.
So, would a Martell gyuto with a pre-made D-shaped handle be something that you'd be interested in if the price was right? I'd love to hear your thoughts.
I'm considering making (some of) my knives with pre-made Japanese wa handles. This would allow me a small savings in material costs but a HUGE savings in labor which I could pass along to my customers. I could also make a LOT more knives than I currently do meaning more availability.
If the plan works out as I hope (and of course it never does.... but anyway) I would start with 240mm gyutos, D-shaped handles done in magnolia wood and buffalo horn.
So, would a Martell gyuto with a pre-made D-shaped handle be something that you'd be interested in if the price was right? I'd love to hear your thoughts.