We could easily do a full hippo handle if you'd like. We can source a straighter tooth, or the curved carver if that's preferred. However, I do think for the sake of contrast the just a spacer would be ideal, moving with a darker handle. I'm not going to say bluish FWI isn't doable, but it will definitely increase lead time as we'll have to do some searching. Giraffe would be a quick substitute, but again, I personally think hippo in the middle would be awesome. We could go with ebony, or ironwood for the handle, buffalo (fluted or not), maybe a blasted finish micarta?

Hippo Spacer and Buffalo horn probably kills with the blued blade and hilt!

I appreciate your comments Grant. I have already voiced my preferences. So sense re-hashin'. I am sure it'll be nice, however it comes out.
Best, Capt. Chris

Definitive yes or no: Black / White / Blue / Copper / Aluminum / Hippo spacer theme sound good to all?

yes

yes

It's a "no" for me, thanks.
Best, Capt. Chris

No black or aluminum for me.

Yes.

I like the blue and musk ox. Don't care for black and aluminum.