Gentlemen, thank you
Interestingly, as I removed the horrible remains of the original covering, I noticed that there was an extra layer of velvet in a strip around the middle corresponding to the area between the mounts to 'pad' that area and raise the level slightly. I replaced this too.
Charles:
The ribbon (didn't know they were called that!) is the original. Its made from tiny thin strips of silvered copper. Some are flat, others are wrapped around cotton threads to make little silver 'ropes'. As with the the mounts most of the silvering is gone, but I wanted to keep as much of the original scabbard as I could.
Jim,
Thanks mate. You're generous as always
Its a funny little knife, but everything about it just 'fits'. It feels great in the hand, the balance is right where the handle joins the blade. The grip is smooth but comfortable, not slippery. I am very interested in the styling of the 'Thum' which is a big ole pineapple atop what looks like a carved version of a 'turks head knot' (don't know how else to describe it?)
Battara,
Thanks bud
I'm pleased with how its turned out.
Regards
Gene