This is a test run for the Viking Mythos Project. Conceptually, it's a shamanistic blade for applying ritual scars. The handle is antler and the gar scale blade is mounted with real pitch. For a first attempt it's not a bad effort, but there's obviously a lot of room for improvement.
The biggest issue with carving antler is it's variable density. The outer layer is incredibly hard, but the core is considerably softer. It requires a very firm hand to keep the engraving head from skittering across the surface. That's something that will come with practice. It is a bit humbling to realize that even with the benefit of a power engraver I'm a long way from duplicating the delicate work done in-period with simple hand tools.