ABS Mastersmith Ed Halligan Early KISS Fixed Blade (Rob Criswell SOLD)

[rwskaggs]

PLEASE CLOSE: I'm reluctantly parting with a long-time safe queen - an early KISS tanto I purchased directly from Ed Halligan at his "Rattlesnake Ranch" shop in Georgia about 20 years ago. This is a chisel ground, ATS-34 blade with the original grind and sheath - never carried and unused.

I'd like to claim it was a prototype of the KISS design, but I cannot substantiate it. Ed was quite a character to meet and chat with!

WAS $350 ... how about $300 OBO, via Postal Money Order or PayPal - insured shipping included. Hit me with any questions!

rwskaggs@centurylink.net

 

[rwskaggs]

SOLD......Rob Criswell is a sword maker whose tactical pieces have found favor among those who appreciate a fine blade. He made a limited run of Bowie / clip point fighting knives in late 2000 and early 2001. This is one of those. It has minor rubs from the included Kydex sheath but has never been used or carried. I did smooth up the original edge prior to putting it into storage...

This hand-made custom fixed blade is one piece, Teflon coated, with a fusion welded guard. The 5 1/4" clip point blade is hollow-ground ATS 34, 1/8" thick, 10 1/4" overall.

The spine of the handle features a unique textured surface which gives a superior grip. These "teeth" give it the Barracuda name. Underneath the para cord wrap are slabs of polished G10. The grip is very comfortable and secure.

Was $250 .... how about $200 OBO via Postal Money Order or PayPal - shipping included...please hit me with any questions!

rwskaggs@centurylink.net

 

[rwskaggs]

Edited with price drop!

 

[rwskaggs]

Edited with price drop!

 

[rwskaggs]

Rob Criswell is a sword maker whose tactical pieces have found favor among those who appreciate a fine blade. He made a limited run of Bowie / clip point fighting knives in late 2000 and early 2001. This is one of those. It has minor rubs from the included Kydex sheath but has never been used or carried. I did smooth up the original edge prior to putting it into storage...

This hand-made custom fixed blade is one piece, Teflon coated, with a fusion welded guard. The 5 1/4" clip point blade is hollow-ground ATS 34, 1/8" thick, 10 1/4" overall.

The spine of the handle features a unique textured surface which gives a superior grip. These "teeth" give it the Barracuda name. Underneath the para cord wrap are slabs of polished G10. The grip is very comfortable and secure.

Was $250 .... how about $200 OBO via Postal Money Order or PayPal - shipping included...please hit me with any questions!

rwskaggs@centurylink.net

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[rwskaggs]

I'm reluctantly parting with a long-time safe queen - an early KISS tanto I purchased directly from Ed Halligan at his "Rattlesnake Ranch" shop in Georgia about 20 years ago. This is a chisel ground, ATS-34 blade with the original grind and sheath - never carried and unused.

I'd like to claim it was a prototype of the KISS design, but I cannot substantiate it. Ed was quite a character to meet and chat with!

WAS $350 ... how about $300 OBO, via Postal Money Order or PayPal - insured shipping included. Hit me with any questions!

rwskaggs@centurylink.net

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