Well, here it is basically finished! I have a mate bringing over some carnouba wax tonight, & I have to buy some emery paper to buff up the blade a bit. (3 sheets @ $1 each) The blade is a little loose in the sheath, but precision wasn't really a concern with this project. I'll do better next time.

5 days extremely part-time work
Total of $8.45 invested
All materials either scrounged or purchased for the job.
I win