Jay Fisher - Fine Custom Knives

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"Vindicator" push dagger, obverse side view in CPM154CM powder metal technology tool steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli gemstone handle, hand-carved leather sheath inlaid with Elephant skin
"Vindicator" with Lapis Lazuli Gemstone handle

Knife Stands and Cases for Handmade and Custom Knives

Custom Knife display stand for Izanami, Izanagi knives and sheaths. Stand is granite, tulipwood, 304 stainless steel, Noreena Jasper and Nickel Magnesite gemstone, and Paduk hardwood
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"Antheia" custom knife sculpture; chef's knife set in 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, handles of Thulite, Blue Willow Sodalite, California Nephrite Jade, Australian Black Jade gemstones, stand of hand-cast bronze, pecan hardwood, Black Midnight granite
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Please Note: I only make display stands and cases for my own knives.
This page features many of the fine custom and handmade knife display stands, cases, boxes, and blocks I've made over the years. I've included multiple photos of some of the pieces to better illustrate the components. Some of these photos are scanned from chemical prints I made in the 1980s, before the digital revolution, so please forgive their low quality. Please be sure and click on the thumb nailed photos with captions and annotations. Thanks!

"Pallene" khukri, obverse side view in CPM154CM High molybdenum powder metal technology stainless tool steel blade, hand engraved, with hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Brecciated Jasper gemstone  handle, hand-carved leather sheath inlaid with rayskin, hand-cast silicon bronze and Imbuya hardwood stand and Paradiso Classico Granite base
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"Tribal" in hand-engraved 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pilbara Picasso Jasper gemstone handle, sheath of hand-carved, hand-dyed leather shoulder, stand of 304 stainless steel, American black walnut, mesquite, lauan hardwoods, engraved black lacquered brass
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Origins

There are cultures where edged weapons and tools are held in high regard, even cherished. I remember hearing about a modern Pueblo people who have a stone axe resting in a prominent spot in their place of worship. This is because it hearkens to an earlier time when they used stone axes and they honor their ancestors with the display, even though today they use chain saws and hydraulic wood splitters to process timber.

I try to honor the history of edged weapons and tools with my own work. I often look to the past for inspiration and ideas and for design continuity and guidance. I believe this honors the history of man's first and oldest tool and its place in our culture and modern times.

The knife, sword, tool, or weapon is the main focus of attention (as it should be), but because knives and edged weapons can be dangerous forms, we are usually conscious of their potential for injury, and often have them stored away, sheathed, and secured. High value can also mean that a fine custom or handmade knife is a substantial investment and should be protected.

High value investment grade works in knives, daggers, swords, and edged weapons and tools are also art. When the inspiration, design, execution, craftsmanship, and artistic effort is applied, knives become works of art and are deserving of a complete display. This display is a stand, case, or cohesive sculptural work that completes the piece.

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"Bulldog" collector's knife: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mookaite Jasper gemstone handle, Ostrich leg skin inlaid in hand-carved leather, display stand of hand-carved American Black Walnut and Poplar
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"The Altar of Atlantis"  Stand is hand-carved Sodalite gemstone, brass, quartz geode and sandstone base. Knife is milled ATS-34 with ivory, malachite gemstone, brass
Altar of Atlantis
"Amethystine" stand of hand-carved Ponderosa Pine burl on Red Oak base. Knife has Lace Amethyst gemstone handle
Amethystine
"Amethystine" The stand frames, surrounds, compliments the dagger and color of the amethyst gemstone, echoing the patterns in the burl and handle
Amethystine
"Bosque" knife with display stand of brass pique work in fiddelback maple and goncalo alves hardwood
Bosque
"Classic Bowie" with a simple stand of crescents of wenge exotic hardwood displays the knife well.
Bowie Classic
"Carving Set" in bird's eye maple presentation or display case. Knives are stainless steel with petrified dinosaur bone gemstone handles
Carving Set
"Grizzly" is a very early display stand of mine, with hand carved bear in same materials as knife handle: madegasscar rosewood and Apache Gold (chrysopyrite and slate) gemstone with nickel silver
Grizzly
"Polaris" folding knife case in American Black Walnut, brass pique work, banded jasper/hematite gemstone
Polaris
"Polaris" in open case of walnut. Knife has stainless steel engraved components, banded jasper gemstone handle
Polaris
"Soul's Flight" a very early knife and stand in polished elk horn with hand-carved sodalite gemstone inlay on petrified wood gemstone base.
Soul's Flight
"Venus Grande" in stand of polished amethyst geode mounted on bubinga hardwood base. Knife handle is lace amethyst, with amethyst crystal and sterling silver with copper
Venus Grande
Black Galaxy Granite case for Izar folding knife, closed
Izar
"Izar" folding knife, Pietersite gemstone handle in Black Galaxy Granite case
Izar
"Izar" folding knife with black granite case
Izar
"Macha Navigator" case in red oak, bloodwood, with inlays of Mookaite Jasper gemstone
Macha Navigator
"Gemini" fine custom handmade knife in granite case. Knife is 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Confetti agate gemstone handle scales, anodized 6AL4V titanium liners
Gemini
"Gemini" fine handmade custom liner lock folding knife in 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, anodized 6AL4V titanium liners, Crystal yellow granite case
Gemini
"Tharsis Intense" in mirror polished and hot blued O1 high carbon tungsten vanadium tool steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Fossilized Stromatolite Gemstone handle, sheath in leather inlaid with black frogskin, stands of sculpted, hand-cast bronze
Tharsis Intense
Detail of hand-cast bronze by lost wax process on this "Tharsis Intense"
Tharsis Intense
Cast bronze stand should display knife at appropriate, flattering angle
Tharsis Intense
Detail of hand-cast silicon bronze stand and welded components, lined with pecan hardwood sleeves/sheaths
Antheia
Close up, detail of cast bronze knife stand base mounted to black galaxy granite with nameplate
Antheia
"Sanchez" chef's knife in 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Lapis Lazuli gemstone handle, courbaril (Jatoba) exotic hardwood, Poplar hardwood, black galaxy granite base
Sanchez
"Concordia and Talitha" fine handmade chef's knives, in stand view, in T3 cryogenically treated CPM154CM high molybdenum powder metal technology stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Deschutes Jasper gemstone handles, stand of cherry hardwood, Deschutes Jasper gemstone, Delicatus Gold Granite
Concordia and Talitha
"Talitha" fine handmade chef's knife, in stand view in Black Cherry inlaid with Deschutes jasper
Concordia and Talitha

Concordia and Talitha
"Concordia and Talitha" fine handmade chef's knives, granite base and stand accents detail
Concordia and Talitha

"Tribal" in hand-engraved 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pilbara Picasso Jasper gemstone handle, sheath of hand-carved, hand-dyed leather shoulder, stand of 304 stainless steel, American black walnut, mesquite, lauan hardwoods, engraved black lacquered brass
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"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Silicone Prise, Jatoba Board

My History

When a knife transcends a simple sheath and requires a more elaborate and artistic method of display, the display stand or case is created. My display stands or cases must hold the knife at a flattering angle, must compliment yet not detract from the knife's artistic style, must complete the entire ensemble to become a solid and independent piece of art, commensurate with the quality of the knife.

Like most beginning makers, early on I started with display stands of deer antler attached to wooden bases. While that may be suitable for early works and for hunting knives where the antler is a point of appropriate interest, it was just the beginning. I quickly moved to stone components, metal fittings, hardwoods carved and finished, and complimentary arrangements. In my display cases I realized that fine joinery was appropriate, with fine woods, carving, milling, and variety that would compliment the knife and be heavy, substantial, and offer worthwhile and long-term protection, display, and value to my clients.

As development progressed, the block, stand, or case encompassed more specific functions and necessary materials. Read on!

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"Sadr" liner lock folding knife: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, jasper gemstone handle, anodized titanium liners, granite case
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"Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher" fine handmade chef's knives, BBQ knives, obverse side view in T3 cyrogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Caprock petrified wood gemstone handles, Bison (American Buffalo), leather shoulder book case
Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher Chef's Knives, BBQ Set

"Astarion" Display case of mahogany, red oak, red cedar, rock maple. Knife is 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 hand-engraved stainless steel bolsters, Nephrite Jade/Moss Agate doublet gemstone handle, carved and inlaid sheath of ostrich leg inlaid in hand-tooled leather
Astarion
"Astarion" Display case of mahogany, red oak, red cedar, rock maple. Knife is 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 hand-engraved stainless steel bolsters, Nephrite Jade/Moss Agate doublet gemstone handle, carved and inlaid sheath of ostrich leg inlaid in hand-tooled leather
Astarion
"Astarion" Display case of mahogany, red oak, red cedar, rock maple. Knife is 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 hand-engraved stainless steel bolsters, Nephrite Jade/Moss Agate doublet gemstone handle, carved and inlaid sheath of ostrich leg inlaid in hand-tooled leather
Astarion
"Astarion" Display case of mahogany, red oak, red cedar, rock maple.
Astarion
"Conquistador" stand is hand-carved Indian Green Moss Agate Gemstone pillars mounted on Brazillian Agate base, with Pietersite Agate and sterlling silver mounts. Knife is Damascus steel, carbon steel, Pietersite agate, sterling silver
Conquistador
"Hercules" is a compound dagger in etched stainless steel with over 50 handle components. Stand is ram's horn twist mounted on polished agatized petrified wood gemstone base
Hercules
"Ishi" is a jade handled stainless steel knife with engraved stainless bolsters. Display stand is goncalo alves hardwood with brass and red oak
Ishi
"Seascape" stand is hand-carved blue alabaster, seashells, red oak. Knife handle is fossilized Turitella agate gemstone
Seascape
"Warrior's Quill" rapier and parrying dagger on custom display with engraved aluminum coat of arms mounted on antiqued oak frame
Warrior's Quill
"Rhino Dawn" stand is hand-carved alabaster, bloodwood, staghorn, knife handles are gazelle horn, wart hog tusk
Rhino Dawn
"Saussure" master chef's knife, obverse side view in 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Argentina Agate gemstone handle, Working, display stand of American Black Walnut Hardwood
Saussure
"Duhovni Ratnik" Croatian Spiritual Warrior case, top side view in Black Walnut, Paduk, Bloodwood, and brass
Duhovni Ratnik
"Duhovni Ratnik" Croatian Spiritual Warrior case, top side view in Black Walnut, Paduk, Bloodwood, and brass
Duhovni Ratnik
"Duhovni Ratnik" in case view. Case interior is Cherry hardwood and Ebonized Poplar, varnished and sealed, with Engraved brass and lacquered aluminum nameplate.
Duhovni Ratnik
"Aries"case view in Black Galaxy Granite gemstone
Aries
"Aries" folding knife, obverse side view in damascus stainless steel blade and bolsters, anodized titanium liners, New Zealand Jade gemstone handle, Black Galaxy Granite gemstone case
Aries
"Antheia" custom knife sculpture; chef's knife set in 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, handles of Thulite, Blue Willow Sodalite, California Nephrite Jade, Australian Black Jade gemstones, stand of hand-cast bronze, pecan hardwood, Black Midnight granite
Antheia
"Golden Eagle" custom knife, stand view in CPM154CM high molybdenum stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Australian Tiger Iron gemstone handle, hand-carved, hand-dyed leather sheath inlaid with Caiman skin, stand of Ponderosa Pine burl and Red Oak
Golden Eagle
"Golden Eagle" custom knife, stand view in CPM154CM high molybdenum stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Australian Tiger Iron gemstone handle, hand-carved, hand-dyed leather sheath inlaid with Caiman skin, stand of Ponderosa Pine burl and Red Oak
Golden Eagle
"Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher" fine handmade chef's knives, BBQ knives, obverse side view in T3 cyrogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Caprock petrified wood gemstone handles, Bison (American Buffalo), leather shoulder book case
Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher
"Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher" fine handmade chef's knives, BBQ knives, obverse side view in T3 cyrogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Caprock petrified wood gemstone handles, Bison (American Buffalo), leather shoulder book case
Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher
"Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher" fine handmade chef's knives, BBQ knives, obverse side view in T3 cyrogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Caprock petrified wood gemstone handles, Bison (American Buffalo), leather shoulder book case
Bordeaux, Courbe Vaste, Thresher

"Aegir" knife sculpture in mirror polished, hot blued O1 high carbon tungsten-vanadium alloy tool steel blade, blued steel bolsters, 14kt gold bezels, peridot gemstones, Nebula stone gemstone handle, stand of cast bronze, white Carribean coral, Venetian gold granite with garnets
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Unique and Original

Some of my stands and display cases incorporate both the knife and sheath, and some just the knife. My stand or case designs are one-of-a-kind and may range from simple to elaborate, utilitarian to fantasy, all complimenting the knife, dagger, sword, or weapon, and suited to the purpose of the piece. The stands or cases may represent the image of the knife, often echoing curves and stylistic accents on the knife or handle. Some incorporate the same materials that are used in the construction of the knife. Some are animate and recognizable, some are abstract or geometric.

They feature finely finished or polished pieces with accurate fittings and mounts solidly designed with stable bases or heavy and solid hangers. Sometimes, an etched or engraved (by machine or hand) nameplate identifies the piece, occasionally it details the components, and occasionally an illuminating poem follows to complete the artistic idea.

Though you'll see some beautiful stands and cases on this page, you'll notice that no two are alike. Occasionally, I get requests to copy my own stands for new knives. I don't do this, because it would devalue the existing stand that is in the hands of a client, and I'm committed to make each stand an individual artistic endeavor.

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Fine Chef's Knife: "Hestia" 440c high chromium stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Amethyst gemstone handle, walnut, Amethyst, black galaxy granite base
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"Sirona" extremely fine chef's knife in T3 cryogenically treated CPM154CM high molybdenum powder metal stianless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Geodic Agate gemstone  handle, stand of ebonized maple hardwood, Geodic Agate, 304 stainless steel, and Blanco Perla Spanish granite
"Sirona" Chef's Knife

"Bulldog" collector's knife: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mookaite Jasper gemstone handle, Ostrich leg skin inlaid in hand-carved leather, display stand of hand-carved American Black Walnut and Poplar
Bulldog
"Bulldog" collector's knife: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mookaite Jasper gemstone handle, Ostrich leg skin inlaid in hand-carved leather, display stand of hand-carved American Black Walnut and Poplar
Bulldog
"Bulldog"  display stand of hand-carved American Black Walnut and Poplar
Bulldog
"Desert Wind" in ATS-34 stainlesss steel, hand-engraved nickel silver bolsters, Australian Tiger Iron gemstone handle, stand of hand-carved bloodwood, brass, polished petrified wood gemstone base
Desert Wind
"Isis" stand is same materials as knife handle: hand-carved snowflake obsidian and Alaskan Jade gemstone, sterlling silver twist wire. Base is polished agate gemstone and red oak
Isis
"Jester's Crown" stand is jester in lacewood and brass with the knife balanced on his feet and tongue. Base is Conglomerate gemstone and red oak
Jester's Crown
"Rio Salado" in articulating stand of bubinga hardwood and bloodwood, with accents of hand-engraved 304 stainless steel, mookaite jasper gemstone
Rio Salado
"Pebble's Cats" articulating stand resembles resting cat and has several position and orientation options. Stand is walnut and nickel silver, knife is etched stainless steel, engraved brass, Verdite (budstone) gemstone
Pebble's Cats
"Sadr" folding knife case of granite, blue pearl granite
Sadr
"Sadr" linerlock folding knife with custom case. Knife is jasper, hand-engraved stainless steel, garnet, display case of hand-carved and polished granites lined with suede leather
Sadr
Double Dovetail detail on case joinery of "Macha Navigator"
Macha Navigator
"Taos" on display stand of antiqued staghorn, gallena and pyrite ore, polished petrified agatized wood gemstone base
Taos
"Kochel" custom art knife, Obverse side view in hot blued, mirror polished O1 high carbon tungsten-vanadium tool steel blade, 304 stainless steel fittings, Polvadera Jasper gemstone handle, stand of American Black Walnut, Wenge, Cocobolo hardwood and Polvadera Jasper
Kochel
Case for Chef's Set, in Pecan, Arririba, Padauk, Bocote hardwood
Chef's Set
"Procyon" liner lock folding knife, obverse side view,in hand-engraved ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, anodized 6AL4V titanium liners and lockplate, Pounamu New Zealand Greenstone Nephrite Jade gemstone handle, case of Granite, Quartz Terrazzo composite
Procyon
"Procyon" liner lock folding knife, obverse side view,in hand-engraved ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, anodized 6AL4V titanium liners and lockplate, Pounamu New Zealand Greenstone Nephrite Jade gemstone handle, case of Granite, Quartz Terrazzo composite
Procyon
"Pallene" khukri, obverse side view in CPM154CM High molybdenum powder metal technology stainless tool steel blade, hand engraved, with hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Brecciated Jasper gemstone  handle, hand-carved leather sheath inlaid with rayskin, hand-cast silicon bronze and Imbuya hardwood stand and Paradiso Classico Granite base
Pallene
"Pallene" khukri, obverse side view in CPM154CM High molybdenum powder metal technology stainless tool steel blade, hand engraved, with hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Brecciated Jasper gemstone  handle, hand-carved leather sheath inlaid with rayskin, hand-cast silicon bronze and Imbuya hardwood stand and Paradiso Classico Granite base
Pallene
"Pallene" khukri, cast bronze stand view in hand-cast silicon bronze and Imbuya hardwood stand and Paradiso Classico Granite base
Pallene
"Sanchez" Custom Chef's Knife, obverse side view in 440C high chromium martensitic stainless steel, T3 cryogenic treatment, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Sodalite gemstone handle, stand of Cherry hardwood, Poplar, Sodalite Gemstone, Delicatus Gold Granite
Sanchez
"Sanchez" Custom Chef's Knife, obverse side view in 440C high chromium martensitic stainless steel, T3 cryogenic treatment, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Sodalite gemstone handle, stand of Cherry hardwood, Poplar, Sodalite Gemstone, Delicatus Gold Granite
Sanchez
"Sanchez" Custom Chef's Knife, obverse side view in 440C high chromium martensitic stainless steel, T3 cryogenic treatment, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Sodalite gemstone handle, stand of Cherry hardwood, Poplar, Sodalite Gemstone, Delicatus Gold Granite
Sanchez
"Sanchez" Custom Chef's Knife, obverse side view in 440C high chromium martensitic stainless steel, T3 cryogenic treatment, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Sodalite gemstone handle, stand of Cherry hardwood, Poplar, Sodalite Gemstone, Delicatus Gold Granite
Sanchez
"Bordeaux and Courbe" Professional grade chef's/BBQ knives, case in American Bison, heavy leather shoulder, stainless steel, nylon stitching.
Bordeaux, Courbe
"Bordeaux and Courbe" Professional grade chef's/BBQ knives, case in American Bison, heavy leather shoulder, stainless steel snaps, nylon stitching.
Bordeaux, Courbe
"Bordeaux and Courbe" Professional grade chef's/BBQ knives, case in American Bison, heavy leather shoulder, stainless steel, nylon stitching.
Bordeaux, Courbe

"Aeolus" in 440C high chromium stainless steel cross-blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Labradorite gemstone handle, stand of peach, American black walnut, 304 stainless steel, Baltic brown granite, engraved brass
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Value

Blocks, stands and cases can add great value to the overall knife or knives. Unlikely to appear in any manufactured works and original to each maker or artist, stands, blocks, and cases become significant parts of each work of art. They may represent many hours, weeks, or even months of effort on the part of the artist. High value components like cast bronze, precious gemstone, and high detail engravings may be part of the knife art display. The creation and execution of the construction of these stands is the complete province of the maker, and speaks to his skills and practice in the field.

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"Dragonslayer- the Taste of Steel" stand is 400 pounds of cast bronze with aventurine and tiger eye gemstone eyes. Piece is dedicated to slaying the black dragon of cancer.

"Desert Wind"  Persian Dagger, Obverse side view: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mossy Nephrite Jade gemstone  handle, stainless steel engraved sheath, Wenge, Cocobolo, Purpleheart hardwood, with custom display stand of purpleheart (Amaranth), engraved Black Galaxy Granite base
Desert Wind
"Desert Wind"  Persian Dagger, Obverse side view: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mossy Nephrite Jade gemstone  handle, stainless steel engraved sheath, Wenge, Cocobolo, Purpleheart hardwood, with custom display stand
Desert Wind
"Desert Wind"  Persian Dagger, Obverse side view: 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Mossy Nephrite Jade gemstone  handle, stainless steel engraved sheath, Wenge, Cocobolo, Purpleheart hardwood, with custom display stand
Desert Wind
"Dragonslayer- the Taste of Steel" stand is 400 pounds of cast bronze with aventurine and tiger eye gemstone eyes. Piece is dedicated to slaying the black dragon of cancer.
Dragonslayer
"Dragonslayer- the Taste of Steel" stand is 400 pounds of cast bronze with aventurine and tiger eye gemstone eyes. Piece is dedicated to slaying the black dragon of cancer.
Dragonslayer
Dragonslayer with artist. This is a large piece, with 400 lbs of cast bronze and a 56" wingspan
Dragonslayer
"Tunguska and Manicouagan" raptor kerambits in display case of mahogany, bloodwood, ebony
Tunguska & Manicouagan
"Tunguska and Manicouagan" kerambits in display case. Hangers are hand-carved ebony, bloodwood hardwoods
Tunguska & Manicouagan
"Tunguska and Manicouagan" case details. Mortise and tenon latch in bloodwood and ebony hardwood with tension wedges
Tunguska & Manicouagan
"Tunguska and Manicouagan" raptor kerambits case detail. Case has handmade mortise and tenon joinery with bloodwood and ebony tension wedges
Tunguska & Manicouagan
"The Chase" knife sculpture in hand-carved gemstone, brass, hardwoods
The Chase
"Aegir" knife sculpture in mirror polished, hot blued O1 high carbon tungsten-vanadium alloy tool steel blade, blued steel bolsters, 14kt gold bezels, peridot gemstones, Nebula stone gemstone handle, stand of cast bronze, white Carribean coral, Venetian gold granite with garnets
Aegir
"Elysium" linerlock folding knife in gemstone case of anthorsite
Elysium
"Elysium" linerlock folding knife in gemstone case of anthorsite
Elysium
"Sirona" very best chef's knives, knife and stand front left side view on granite base
Sirona
"Sirona" very best chef's knives, reverse side view of knife on stand of ebonized maple, geodic agate, stainless steel, granite base
Sirona
"Sirona" Fine Handmade Chef's Knife, a study in curves and form in hardwood, stainless tool steel, gemstone, and granite
Sirona
Concordia and Sanchez Chef's knives, obverse side view in T3 cryogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Lace Amethyst gemstone handles, leather book case with top grain cover
Concordia and Sanchez
Open Book Case view of Concordia and Sanchez Custom Chef's Knives in T3 cryogenically treated 440C high chromium stainless steel blades, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Lapis Lazuli gemstone handles, book case in top grain leather, leather shoulder and belly, hand-carved, stainless steel snaps
Concordia and Sanchez

"Tharsis Intense" in mirror polished and hot blued O1 high carbon tungsten vanadium tool steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Fossilized Stromatolite Gemstone handle, sheath in leather inlaid with black frogskin, stands of sculpted, hand-cast bronze
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Skills

Making fine stands and cases is a challenging artistic skill in itself, matching the right woods, horn, bone, ivory, or gemstone to the knife, displaying the knife and complimenting it, adding to the piece rather than pulling the eye away from the knife. As the knives become more elaborate, so do my stands and cases, until it is impossible to separate the two and they are a total sculptural art piece.

Many people do not realize what goes in to a fine sculptural stand, case, block, or presentation device. Carving, shaping, finishing and mechanics are all parts of the knife sculptural experience. Welding, carving in wax, casting metals, fitting stone, and other necessary skills are employed in the creation of the idea. A great deal of hand work and finishing is applied to bring the potential out of the rough materials used in the custom stand, case, or block. All of this takes a great deal of time.

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"The Chase" knife sculpture in hand-carved alabaster, quartz with pyrite, garnet, articulating stand, zinc boulder, patinaed brass, oak base. Knife is damascus steel with rutilated quartz, hand-engraved


Blocks

Fine chef's knives that will occupy a prominent space on the counter need custom blocks. Below you will see some fine blocks, stands, and cases I've made in hardwoods. These are multi-component, heavy, and substantial pieces made with hardwoods and gemstone, with plenty of mass for stable protection of the knives and owner. Some of them are accompanied by nested chopping bowls and spice blocks that match the curvature of the specialized blades. The taller blocks may have stone bases (granite) for stability.

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Fine, handmade chefs set in block of rock maple and black walnut with nested spice and herb blocks with seven custom knives, stainless steel blades and gemstone handles.


Evolution of the Prise

When we had chef Tommy Badger Brown and his production crew (Ken Korpi, Matt Levinson, and Todd Westphal) visiting early in the spring of 2020, we discussed chef's knives and all of the uses, accessories, and necessities of the typical chef's knife. I use the singular word "knife" because a chef can only use one knife at a time. As the chef uses the knife, he (or she) picks it up, and puts it down many times during the preparation. Most people will just lay it on the counter or on the cutting board. They wouldn't put it in a block or holder, because it has not been washed. The knife can move, spin around, and present a razor-scalpel edge to the chef's hand, since it doesn't have a secure place to rest.

This issue is one of the reasons I first created the microfiber towel set that I include with my chef's knives. The towel gives a resting place for the knife, while in use, and another place for it to dry. Read more about the issue and the microfiber towels at this link.

Another issue is where to store the knife, particularly if the knife is singular and doesn't have a block or stand. Sometimes, the knife might need to be put in a drawer, and this would be dangerous to the hand reaching in, and brutal to its cutting edge and other stainless utensils. The fine knife is razor-scalpel sharp and needs to be respected. A dedicated slot in a drawer is precious and limited real estate in most kitchens.

This is how my wife and I came up with the idea for the "prise," (pronounced preeze or prize)The name comes from the French prise de fer, which is a movement used in fencing in which a fencer takes the opponent's blade into a line and holds it there in preparation to attack. The French word prise simply means taken.

The prise is a home for the knife, it is a rest for the knife, it is more than that, it is a trap for the knife that holds it "in a line" in preparation for the next "attack" of cutting and board work.

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"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" with Prise
"Cygnus EL" Prise with knife in CPM 154CM powder metal technology high molybdenum martensitic stainless steel blade, T3 cryogenically treated, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Horse Canyon Plume Agate gemstone handle, hand-dyed  high strength silicone prise
"Cygnus EL" with Prise
"Cygnus EL" silicone prise, hand-cast, hand-dyed with swirling, trasparencies matching knife
"Cygnus EL" Prise
"Corvus," obverse side view in ATS-34 high molybdenum martensitic stainless steel blade, T3 Cryogenically treated, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Majestic Agate gemstone handle, silicone prise
"Corvus" with Prise
"Corvus," obverse side view in ATS-34 high molybdenum martensitic stainless steel blade, T3 Cryogenically treated, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Majestic Agate gemstone handle, silicone prise
"Corvus" with Prise

You might be tempted to call the prise a rest, like a spoon rest, merely a place to plop down a dirty utensil, but It is so, so much more. A spoon or utensil rest is a temporary fixture, remaining empty most of the time, and it can slide around. It is often in the way, and can be difficult to clean. A spoon rest is not specifically designed for an individual utensil, and it typically only elevates the dirty part from the countertop. A spoon rest is no place to store the utensil, it's not safe, it's not permanent, it's not long-lasting. It rarely fits the utensil, since it is not designed around the utensil.

It's entirely a new concept, one suited to just one individual knife, and molded around it. It's not a holder, block, stand, base, or rest.

The prise is so much more than any of those. I made the prise in food contact safe high density silicone rubber, and dyed it to match the ensemble. This is high strength material, with 800 psi tensile strength. It's resistant to 450°F (232°C) heat, and no food stuff sticks to it. It's flexible, yet stout and thick, and can be easily cleaned, rinsed, and even baked dry. It's also Food Contact Safe.

This is a wonderful material, and I create the mold and hand-cast the prise so that the silicone fits the specific knife. I've designed them with finger holes for easy removal, and the bottoms have a base that grips any countertop it sits on.

Gripping is important! The silicone prise is "grippy." Being of smooth silicone, nothing slides around on it. If the chef is working with his knife, and needs to set it down for a period, he doesn't need to worry about placing the knife precisely in the socket of the prise, just dropping the knife on the prise assures it will not move; it wont' even budge! The knife can sit atop the prise and still be sound and secure. The prise is an elevated safety zone for the knife during use, as well as safe storage and display before and after use.

Even though the silicon is grippy to the knife, the silicone will not bond to moisture, foodstuffs, or anything else, and usually a quick rinse is all that is required to clean it. Like any knife, board, or utensil, a brush-cleaning with soapy water is advisable when working with raw chicken and meats, but that's easy enough. You can even plop it in the dishwasher, but I don't think you would ever need to. The silicone prise dries almost instantly; water and liquids just bead up and flow off of it.

You might have noticed that the prise is designed to have the reverse side of the knife facing upwards. I did this because my chef is right-handed. When the prise is stored beside the board, the point is away from the chef and the cutting edge is also away from the chef's hand. If the prise is placed along the top edge of the board, the cutting edge is away from the right-handed person when they pick up the knife, the safest arrangement. Of course, I can make these for a left-handed person as well; the orientation will be reversed.

Storage issues are eliminated with the prise. since it's color-matched to the knife and ensemble, it looks great on the counter. Please look at the various and creative matching prise photos below. When the knife is not being used, it's nested down in the prise, and the cutting edge and point of the blade can't be touched. It won't fall out, it won't move, it's safe, and yet immediately available. The tough silicon will resist cutting since it flexes, and because of the grippiness, the prise will not slide or move on the counter; it clings to the counter. If there is a need to store the knife in a drawer, the prise is a dedicated, rectangular safe, a nested receptacle for the knife, assuring it does not move, and does not contact any other utensil.

The prise is dense. This means solid, and with some weight, so it's durable and won't move around. The prises shown in this section come in at almost two pounds; they are an inch thick and about a foot long. This is why you won't see a prise offered anywhere else; it's a massive, solid piece of high strength silicone. Yet, because of its size and softness, each prise easy to manipulate and clean.

The prise a perfect holder/rest/trap/storage device, and it's completely food contact safe. I'm certain I'll be making more of these, and I've cast my maker's mark into them with pride.

The Cutting Board Prise

What about the board? A board to match the project would be a good idea, and here's my take on it: Many boards are large and unwieldy. They are thick and heavy, with heavy handles, heavy feet to elevate them, or they are plastic and slide around on the countertop. This may be fine for some of us guys with large, strong hands, but it can be difficult to move a board to wash it.

In the photos below, you'll also see a prise for the board. The idea here is that some boards can be heavy, but some people prefer a board that is easier to lift and handle and clean. And since boards are replaceable, there may not be a need for a super heavy thick board, but a lightweight replaceable board. This is my idea for the board prise.

Like the knife prise, the board prise is a thick, heavy, and strong piece of silicone rubber. It grips the countertop, and won't move. It also grips the board securely, so it won't move or slide around. The board is rigid and immovable when on the prise, and the thick prise elevates the board for easy removal of cut foodstuffs or moving them into containers, pans, or cooking ware. The board prise also has a lip around the edge to trap liquids. The design of raised silicone parts also allow ventilation and proper drying of both the board and the board prise.

Like the knife prise, it's Food Contact Safe, and it's washable and withstands 450°F. It's a tough silicone (this one has a 800 lb. tensile strength), and incredibly long lasting. It would be an easy think to replace the board or change the board out with another type or material while using the board prise over and over. The board is elevated by the design work inside and I customize it with my maker's mark, since I make them here in the studio, custom fit and dyed to the project.

One more thing: the silicone rubber prise for the board is a high temperature food contact safe material. This means that it can double as a pot rest or cooling pad, and may have many other applications. You could even bake on it! I designed it with a lip around it to retain fluids, yet it flexes easily. You might think that it would be difficult to clean with the floral design, but remember, this is silicone, and nothing sticks to it!

The prise is a fantastic addition to the fine custom knife that will be used by a professional chef. Beyond the microfiber towel, more secure than a block or stand, and creating a safe zone for the working knife in the kitchen, the prise is a prize! Custom dyed and hand-cast, the prise can match the project, knife, environment, or artistic idea. More to come!

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"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
Board with Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
Board Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
Board Prise
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
Board Prise, Knife
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
Board Prise, Knife
"Corvus" Chef's Knife in T3 cryogenically treated ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pietersite (Africa) gemstone handle, Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry) hardwood board, silicone prise and block base
"Corvus" (the Crow) with Silicone Prise

The Sharpening Stone Prise

The knives I make are incredibly wear-resistant. My T3 and T4 cryogenic process for high alloy, hypereutectoid martensitic stainless steel blades produce knife blades that only need to be sharpened occasionally. In the normal home kitchen this means once or twice a year. For the professional chef who uses his knife daily and on very tough, brutal cutting chores (think dried galangal root, acidic tomatoes and lemons, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds), he may need only one sharpening a month. But every single knife, no matter how wear-resistant, will, sooner or later, need sharpening.

In order to provide my clients with the tools for this, over the decades, I've recommended books and techniques, methods and descriptions, and knife care instructions. These are helpful, but I wondered if I could do more.

It's important to realize that standard sharpening stones—silicon carbide, aluminum oxide, ceramic, novaculite, Japanese stones, etc.—will not reliably sharpen these ultra-hard knives. Sure, they can be used, but it will literally take many hours to sharpen my cryogenically treated knives with the conventional sharpening tools often destroying the stones and hones themselves! What is required to do the job quickly and reliably is diamond abrasive.

Nothing is harder or more abrasive than a diamond sharpening "stone." These are not stones, per se, but  a field of industrial grade diamond abrasive particles embedded in a nickel plating on a substrate that is usually steel or a very durable phenolic. Some of the best diamond stones are made today, and they are expensive, but much less costly than 10 years ago. DMT makes some great, professional diamond hones and this is what I use to produce sharp edges on my knives. Some of these stones are double-sided to allow a coarse removal of steel followed by a fine honing of the edge.

I've included small versions of double-sided diamond hones in my ultimate tactical knife kits for years. I also had to include a heavy, thick nylon stitched bag and pad with them. This is because diamond abrasive will absolutely ruin everything it touches. If placed on a counter, desk top, bench, table or other surface, the diamond will scar, tear, and rip the surface to shreds. Remember, the bottom of a double-sided diamond hone is extremely abrasive as well as the top. Also, the diamond stone/hone can slide around on the table or surface, making it unstable and unsafe to use for a sharpening. DMT and other companies know this, and often include a paper-thin sheet of silicone rubber or other soft plastic to help control this, but it's not enough.

This is why I started building the silicone prise for the stone. It's a thick (about 1/2") piece of hand-dyed, hand-cast molded food contact-safe silicone rubber, and it has a dedicated, perfectly-sized pocket to nest and embrace the sharpening stone. The silicone pad is laid on the surface, protecting it from the abrasive diamond particles. The stone is placed inside the pocket, pressed in, and then sharpening begins. The silicon flexes a tiny bit, but holds the diamond stone securely, and the stone can be flipped over for the final stages of sharpening. The silicone (and the diamond stone) can be washed with soap and water; they both quickly dry, and can be stored. In the photos below, I've made a special drawer to store the sharpening kit. Genius!

Everything's a Prise (or Prize)!

The prise is a fantastic addition to the fine custom knife that will be used by a professional chef. Beyond the microfiber towel, more secure than a block or stand, and creating a safe zone for the working knife in the kitchen, the prise is a prize! Custom dyed and hand-cast, the prise can match the project, knife, environment, or artistic idea. More to come!

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"Concordia" chef's knife, with silicone prise in walnut case, note drawer handle on lower right side of case for sharpening stone
Case with Chef's Knife and Prise
"Concordia" master chef's knife, in finger jointed hardwood black walnut case, with silicone prise in drawer for diamond pad sharpener
Drawer in case for diamond sharpening stone and prise
Silicone prise holding double-sided sharpener, a stable base for sharpening pad that is non-slip, allowing reversible diamond sharpening stone use
Double-sided sharpening stone silicone prise
Drawer detail, gemstone handle in American black walnut case for sharpening stone and prise
Hardwood case with sharpening stone prise drawer

Client's Designs

I do not generally accept client's blueprints or designs for knife stands, cases, and blocks. I reserve the right as an artist to creatively apply what is in my idea set for the piece or pieces. So far, I do my very best to match the idea, theme, quality, and style of stands to knives, so that both are commensurate, both follow the same artistic and stylistic idea and execution.

As an artist, ideas of display and accompaniment may come to me while I create the knife, ideas and designs that are not available to the client. If a client has given a price range for me to work in, I'll offer him the best value for his investment I can create, but this is usually the singular limitation I have.

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"Venus" is etched 440C stainless steel, diffusion welded copper, nickel silver, sterling silver, lace amethyst, amethyst crystal, amethyst geode, bubinga base

"The Cattleman" castrating knife in custom etched 440C stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Agatized Petrified wood gemstone handle, stand of polilshed cow horn and purpleheart base
The Cattleman
"The Cattleman" obverse side view. This knife was a gift between cattlemen and is actually a castrating knife.
The Cattleman
"The Cattleman" is one of the rare occasions where a horn is an appropriate medium suited to the flavor of the piece. Cowhorn polishes beautifully.
The Cattleman
"Classic" dagger in a leather lined hardwood case of bird's eye maple. Knife is 440C stainless steel and Pietersite Agate gemstone
Classic Dagger
"Jungle King" Older/Early Work in milled ATS-34 high molybdenum stainless steel blade, brass fittings, Aventurine gemstone handle, Boa Constrictor skin over leather sheath, cottonwood burl stand with Ivory hangers
Jungle King
"Treatymaker" stand is hand-carved goncalo alves hardwood, blued steel screw caps to match blued blade, and polished quartz geode base
Treatymaker
"Pacifica" knife sculpture in hand-carved alabaster stand on nylon riser and bubinga base
Pacifica
"Pacifica" is a complete knife sculpture, and the base and knife are independent yet complimentary components, all handmade
Pacifica
"Pacifica" the stand and base were carved first, then the knife was fitted to the whale's body.
Pacifica
USAF class of 1962 commemorative knife with display stand of hand-carved bloodwood exotic hardwood and etched nickel silver. Knife is engraved stainless steel with cherry blossom jasper gemstone handle
Academy '62

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There is an immense potential to learn and grow in this field, and I hope to continue that as long as possible in my life. Knife display and sculpture is a rewarding experience and I hope you have enjoyed these photographs of my work. Thanks for being here!

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"Dragonslayer" head detail. 400 pounds of lost wax cast bronze sculpture and eyes of aventurine and tiger eye quartz. Blade is 440C stainless steel

"Durango" in custom display case. Note the pocket for a broken blade, a favorite of the client with a story for display
Durango
Display Case for "Durango". Note wooden handmade hardwood hinges in Phillipine Mahogany. Body is Red Oak
Durango
"Gemini" case in American Black Walnut with pique work of brass, Siberian Jade gemstone cabochon. All parts made by the maker.
Gemini
"Gemini" linerlock folding knife in custom case of American Black Walnut. Note finger cutouts to remove knife
Gemini
"Midnight" is a family heirloom style of knife display stand, with personalized brass engravings on blocks of Honduras Rosewood in hand-carved archway
Midnight
"Mojave Bowie" gold plated stainless steel engraved blade in stand of ocatillo cactus inlaid with solid turquoise gemstones
Mojave Bowie
"Omega" in articulating display stand of bloodwood, walnut hardwood and brass. Knife is carbon damascus steel with petrified wood handle
Omega
"Omega" articulating stand. Stand offers a variety of positions and display options
Omega
"Omega" stand is designed with the omega symbol in mind. Brass pique work accents hardwood components, hand shaped and finished
Omega
"Omega" stand side view. Dynamic stand components rotate along central hub.
Omega
"The Veteran" in display case of poplar with mahogany hinges, hangers of bloodwood signifying sacrifice. Knife has petrified dinosaur bone gemstone handle, etched stainless steel blade, hand-cared leather sheath
The Veteran
"Tribal" in hand-engraved 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pilbara Picasso Jasper gemstone handle, sheath of hand-carved, hand-dyed leather shoulder, stand of 304 stainless steel, American black walnut, mesquite, lauan hardwoods, engraved black lacquered brass
Tribal
"Tribal" in hand-engraved 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pilbara Picasso Jasper gemstone handle, sheath of hand-carved, hand-dyed leather shoulder, stand of 304 stainless steel, American black walnut, mesquite, lauan hardwoods, engraved black lacquered brass
Tribal
"Tribal" in hand-engraved 440C high chromium stainless steel blade, hand-engraved 304 stainless steel bolsters, Pilbara Picasso Jasper gemstone handle, sheath of hand-carved, hand-dyed leather shoulder, stand of 304 stainless steel, American black walnut, mesquite, lauan hardwoods, engraved black lacquered brass
Tribal
"Kadi" and sheath in case of ebonized poplar, Lauan, redheart, black walnut, leather
Kadi
"Kadi" and sheath in case of ebonized poplar, Lauan, redheart, black walnut, leather
Kadi
"Kadi" and sheath in case of ebonized poplar, Lauan, redheart, black walnut, leather
Kadi

"Kochel" custom art knife, Obverse side view in hot blued, mirror polished O1 high carbon tungsten-vanadium tool steel blade, 304 stainless steel fittings, Polvadera Jasper gemstone handle, stand of American Black Walnut, Wenge, Cocobolo hardwood and Polvadera Jasper
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