WWT for Bridge Hammock w/ Bug Net

[4estTrekker]

I don't have any pictures of what you're describing exactly, although I've included a slightly larger version of the two you copied above, but with a deeper choil. Can you tell me more about the application you have in mind? What kind of rope are you cutting and on what surface? Do you have an example of a knife you're currently using or would like to imitate? Perhaps you could sketch a profile out.

The knives you copied above a deep choil for the very reason you described...finger clearance over that which is being cut. Making a large version would be no problem, but I imagine you would desire a slightly different shaped handle for your purposes (I think).

[opie]

This is similar to what I am using now, except the cutting edge is not curved....

http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-166...toku-knife.jsp

The ceramic works great on Amsteel, so I am hesitant to use it for used double braid rope since it will destroy the edge.

[4estTrekker]

Are you slicing or sawing through the rope, and are you doing so against another surface like a cutting board? Also, you mentioned cutting thick double braid rope. Is this for a marine or boating type application?

[opie]

The thickness of the rope mandates sawing and slicing. I usually have something equivalent to a wood cutting board which is usually a wooden rope spool.

Yes on the double braid. The rope is the same as something like a dock line, but what I'm working with is used for pulling electrical wire through conduit.

[4estTrekker]

Would you envision any serrations along part or all of the blade? Also, is a flat-bellied edge or curved edge more desirable?

[opie]

No serrations, to difficult for me to keep sharp.

Flat edge, if I am reading that you are talking about the actual cutting edge.

[4estTrekker]

What amount something like this as a starting point? I took what you're describing and sketched a mock up of an idea.

[opie]

Looks good. I sent you a PM.

[4estTrekker]

Opie has opted to forego the trade, so the offer is back on the table for anyone wishing to unload their BMBH or WBRR.

[opie]

Yes, it's because I think the quality of the craftsmanship would be wasted on its purpose.