Looking for feedback on this design.

[FLC Knives]

Hi Guys,
I hope this is the right place to post this.
What I'm looking for is comments, criticisms and feedback regarding how YOU think this blade could be improved.

Specs.
1/8" thick O1 with the heat treat scale left on.
Paracord wrapped handle in the Strider style but sealed with epoxy.
Kydex sheath set up for IWB static line carry or kangaroo pouch on plate carrier with addition of velcro.

Background.
This design began life as a Mora Companion (one of my favorites!)
In the end I modded the heck out of my Mora until I had to add material in 3 areas.
If your familiar with the Companion you'll see what I mean.
The blade profile is also slightly modified.
My goal was to retain the original utility I had come to enjoy with the original but to optimize the blade for combative applications.
I realize this is an area that can be a great source of debate so lets please not go into that here
Hit me up with PM though if you wish to chat about it!

Thanks for looking guys!

[JHC]

I like it much. Could you put more dramatic undercut on the bottom fingerguard for more insurance of not slipping forward in a stab to hardness? Like where ones index finger runs into a hook sort of barrier?

I love spear points. Looks like utility than can fight.

[FLC Knives]

Thanks JHC.
It has worked well in my testing but it is an area where more is merrier
On the non cord wrapped one I made the area your referring to is a touch deeper due to there being no cord there.
Would there be interest in seeing a video testing this out?
If so, what would be considered a valid test?

[JHC]

I'm sure you know better than I. I'm just always very worried about a slip that direction in this application. Not from experience but from skeerdness. Video is never bad! I'll track this for some more feedback from more knowledgeable.

[FLC Knives]

I'm sure you know better than I. I'm just always very worried about a slip that direction in this application. Not from experience but from skeerdness. Video is never bad! I'll track this for some more feedback from more knowledgeable.

Yeah lets get some ideas for a video and I will make it happen. Best way to answer that question is video demonstration.

[WobblyPossum]

I like it and I second what JHC suggested regarding the undercut where your index finger would rest.

[FLC Knives]

I like it and I second what JHC suggested regarding the undercut where your index finger would rest.

Thanks DanM! Would pics in hand be helpful as well as video?

[WobblyPossum]

Sure. I'd definitely like to see what it actually looks like in use.


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[FLC Knives]

Sure. I'd definitely like to see what it actually looks like in use.
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Cool.
Pics and video coming shortly

[FLC Knives]

As promised.