2017 East Coast Custom Knife Show (ECCKS) • International APPEAL!

[SharpByCoop]

It was an incredible show for many reasons. :thumbup:

Here are also many reasons.

At this point you ought to be able to tell the lineage of this maker just by looking. She's got a similar, but VERY distinctive style to her namesake.

(Elizabeth Loerchner. She was in vibrant spirit for the whole show. Lots of smiles and jokes. )

This knife had the name taped over and there was a door prize given to whoever could 'Name the Maker' Give it up for Paul Farina for knowing it was and OLD Ron Lake fixed blade.

Almost fifty years later here is Ron Lake, once again showing us his finest!

These were brought to me from a VERY prominent collector. They had just been acquired from an estate sale. There are some very RARE knives in this bunch from Bob Loveless, all of them with the pre-1972 'Lawndale' marks....

With one exception.

THIS exception: It's a rare snap-lock fighter with a transition mark. He moved his shop and worked on the knife in two locales. (BIG money.)

 

[SharpByCoop]

Aaron Frederick has been making folders for about 20+ years now. They show his dedication.

Koji Hara is timeless. Did you know he is over 70 years old? He looks like a middle-aged man. Damn him!

He's ALSO one of the most talented makers in the world. These signature carvings in black-lip pearl are exemplary.

Every knife comes in a tidy handmade traditional 'Knife House Hara' pouch.

The reverend Bill Pease serves his ministry in several ways: Some with the bible and some with his knives. :thumbup:

That's all his work on the bolsters. Very inspired!

And he knows ho to collaborate well. Jody Muller on the engraving.

 

[SharpByCoop]

It's been a while since I've had the opportunity to show off Emmanuel Esposito's work. His knives continue to be a stock with growing interest!

I got a call a few days before I left from Florida maker Chuck Schuette "Can I ship you a knife to photograph?"

Hmmmm. Well, yes, but it will be a while. BTW: are you going to the Ft Lauderdale Show?

"We are now!" He arrived with his charming wife and added another into the mix.

He is daring and not afraid to use color as an accent!

Eugene Solomonik is KILLING it on Instagram as proprietor of the Olamic Tactical line of cutlery. I got a rare chance to shoot one of his. (He is quite the photographer on his own.)

Daniel Cattaneo from Italy is a bladesmith with a forge and a mission. He's showing us his mastery!

Marcello Garau has a hint of curves hidden in the sharp lines of this button auto.

Attilio Morotti made the knife and Daniele Pozzi engraved the wonderful scenes of love and life. :thumbup:

 

[SharpByCoop]

Jeremy Marsh sells any knife he makes. HOT maker + good designs and materials = quick sales. :thumbup:

Walter Randolph takes a bold stance with color and texture on his san-mai flipper.

Rick Dunkerley, MS is a current member of the AKI, and shows us how capable he is with his characteristic carving and embellishments.

There is a LOT of action jam-packed into this diminutive folder from Cliff Parker. You ought to study the patterns in his mosaic steel, and I've given you the opportunity. :thumbup:

Corrado Moro is taking English classes now. He's always communicated artistically, and his knowledgeable business partner Giovanni assists him at every USA show.

This next one will take your breath away. The now-classic 'Tourbillion' design folder with zirconium jewels will allow you to wear your tuxedo and carry this EDC appropriately.

If there was ONE folder which was the BUZZ of the show it was this one:

There is the magic of gears and panels hidden inside this alluring folder. The ruby eyes are open when it's open and they are closed when it's closed. Both sides.

As you open and close the blade, the gear-driven(?) eyelids follow accordingly. Just crazy!!

That's it! Thanks for viewing. I told you you were in for a treat.

 

[Planterz]

I need a change of underwear.

 

[T.K.C.]

Those Nylund Brother knives are out of this world gorgeous!! WOW!!

 

[Cliff Parker]

Wow Coop ,
Bunch of Killer shots. I thank you and sure everyone looking does also.

 

[Augus7us]

If there was ONE folder which was the BUZZ of the show it was this one:

There is the magic of gears and panels hidden inside this alluring folder. The ruby eyes are open when it's open and they are closed when it's closed. Both sides.

As you open and close the blade, the gear-driven(?) eyelids follow accordingly. Just crazy!!

That's it! Thanks for viewing. I told you you were in for a treat.

Coop as always you've blown us away with your stunning photography of these amazing knives. I wanted to comment on two things in this thread.

I don't think I've ever heard of Moro before this post, though I may have seen photos if hes in your sticky thread, but this one definitely caught my eye. I really like this knife because of the moving eyelids exposing rubies(?) giving the skull a look much like the terminator, which makes its name "Skynet" very fitting. We obviously know where he got his influence

I'm very much drawn to knives that push the limits of what we think is possible and this one definitely fits the bill. I don't see too many with moving parts that are purely for aesthetic purposes. I think maybe Van Barnett had some steampunk knives that did but I can't think of many more. Even if you think its goofy you have to appreciate the skill and vision he must have had to bring this to life. Seeing stuff like this is a real treat.

And that is a perfect segue into my next comment which is a quick thank you! We all know your photos are amazing and a pleasure to look at, but I don't think it is said enough that these photos go beyond just giving us something to look at or a nice photo for a makers portfolio. I feel you are exposing us to new techniques, trends and materials as well as exposing new makers to us. So my hats off to you sir for making the custom knife world that much better with your tireless efforts. I look forward to the day I stop buying tools and spend some money to go to one of the bigger shows. Hopefully you can squeeze a few seconds in for me to stop by to shake your hand and say thanks in person! Hell if I'm lucky I may someday have a knife worthy of your photography skills

-Clint

Oh and because I know I was not the only one that wanted to see it. Here is Skynet in action:

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[john april]

that folder with the moving eyelids is insane

 

[T.K.C.]

There are soooo many exquisite knives!! The talent shown in these works is just phenomenal!!! THNAK YOU Coop!!

 

[SharpByCoop]

Planterz, TKC, John April, Cliff Parker. Your remarks are appreciated.

Clint (Augus7us) There are three distinct reasons for which I post: Two are business related.

1. I have been paid a fee for every knife, and I ABSOLUTELY promise to make every dollar spent by a client worth more than the fee. That you are seeing them here, on Instagram, on my website, potentially in a print publication is the fulfillment of that transaction.

2. I'm self-promoting. Like EVERY good maker and ANY smart business you must show your services and be on the forefront of the viewer's minds. Visible + Current = Continuing upward.

3. It helps the industry survive, and breathes life into our appreciation AND the untold hours which the above can't address. Your point refers to this. Thank you.

I try hard, I make mistakes, sometimes I try TOO hard, but it's all in the interest of one of the three above. All are necessary.

 

[The Amazing Virginian]

Corrado Moro is taking English classes now. He's always communicated artistically, and his knowledgeable business partner Giovanni assists him at every USA show.

This next one will take your breath away. The now-classic 'Tourbillion' design folder with zirconium jewels will allow you to wear your tuxedo and carry this EDC appropriately.

If there was ONE folder which was the BUZZ of the show it was this one:

There is the magic of gears and panels hidden inside this alluring folder. The ruby eyes are open when it's open and they are closed when it's closed. Both sides.

As you open and close the blade, the gear-driven(?) eyelids follow accordingly. Just crazy!!

That's it! Thanks for viewing. I told you you were in for a treat.

Thanks for posting the pictures for those of us who could not be there.

It is fun to see how Corrado Moro has evolved. I remember the first time I saw his knives at the ECCKS several years ago back when it was in New Jersey. His knives were more affordable then and they seemed to be good values and you could just tell that he was going places. He has certainly elevated his game from then and I think he is now firmly established in the upper echelon of the Italian makers along with Emmanuel, Silvestrelli, etc. Came real close to buying a couple of his knives back then. Now . . . probably too late.

 

[severtecher]

Once again , thanks to you Jim for providing us non-travelers to such artistry.