All Done!

Tom Anderson · Feb 28, 2003

Two new Valkyres, that is!

These have stabilized giraffe bone overlays and Damasteel blades.

The titanium back spacers are anodized to match the slots in the pocket clips.

Something new (for me, anyhow) is the etching of my logo on the back side of the blade. ( If you look carefully, you'll see the superimposed A and T.

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Hope you like them!

Tom Anderson · Feb 28, 2003

Oh! and here are some others I've just finished:

Sandpiper and Thrush set in BG-42 and ivory Micarta®:

and a special "Guantanamo Bay" Sandpiper in BG-42 and maroon linen Micarta®:

Sorry about the photos.

Guess I'm getting hungry!

Ed Gordon · Feb 28, 2003

Tom, You are truly an Artist. Those Valkyres are awesome looking!! And I am a sucker for Ivory Micarta and or Wharncliff blades. Tnx for showing these...

Tom Anderson · Feb 28, 2003

Thanks, Ed!

Here's the last one I just finished up.

Mohawk Warrior Frame-Lock:

This has a 5/32" thick, 4" long hand-rubbed ATS-34 blade.

The frame scales are .192" thick 6AL-4V titanium. There are three grooved titanium back spacers (anodized blue) and two 3/16" diameter 440C locating pins. The stepped collar around the pivot helps you grab the knife out of your pocket.

Here's a shot of the back side, showing the "Traction dots" and pocket clip:

GigOne · Feb 28, 2003

I'm setting here in awe !

The damascus on the Valkyres is absolutely beautiful !

Hats off to ya Tom ! ! !

Tom Anderson · Feb 28, 2003

Thanks, GigOne!

It's a special run I had the folks at Damasteel do for me at 1 1/2 twist per foot.

It took a little while to get a few meters of it, but I think it works well with the Valkyre's blade shape.

Keith Montgomery · Feb 28, 2003

Dang those Valkryes are nice. The pattern on the damascus just seems perfect for the style of knife and as I have said in the past, you do a great job on that giraffe bone.

The others are wonderful as well, but the Valkrye may just be my favorite folder right now.

Tom Anderson · Feb 28, 2003

Thanks, Keith! I'm glad you like it so much!

Bigjohn · Feb 28, 2003

Hi Tom, absolutely stunning!!!

and incredable photos too.

Side note...any chance you comin to the Harrisonburg knife show this April??

Tom Anderson · Mar 1, 2003

Thanks, Big John!

I probably won't make Harrisonburg this year. (Too many projects to finish up.

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anthony cheeseboro · Mar 1, 2003

Tom Anderson, those are some beautiful knives! Having owned one of your knives, I knew that they are good, but I had no idea that you were capable of making such beautiful art knives. Keep up the good work.

Shotgunone · Mar 1, 2003

Wow Tom.

Thoses are some beautiful knives. Your work, style and combination of materials is great.

Tom Anderson · Mar 1, 2003

Thanks, folks!

Anthony: I'm heading in a "new direction!"

Bruce Bump · Mar 3, 2003

Dammit Tom! You make me cuss! Those Valkrie things are too wild for my old heart.

Tom Anderson · Mar 3, 2003

Thanks, Bruce!

Matt Shade · Mar 3, 2003

How many years would I have to push a broom in your shop to earn that mohawk ?

I don't know how you manage to design every folder with such great lines. Great work.

Tom Anderson · Mar 3, 2003

Thanks, Matt!

bob_glassman · Mar 5, 2003

Those are awesome Tom.. Simply Striking !!!!

dylan_d · May 11, 2003

Tom, before I die, I will own one of your knives, they're perfect.

penguinva · May 11, 2003

You'all ain't whistlin' Dixie!

Having a Mohawk w/amber bone scales, a large Valkyrie and a Mohawk Warrior I can safely say that Tom's work is truly exceptional - his attention to the little details that separate the good from the great is on a par with the best in the business - his after sale customer service is fantastic - Tom really cares about his customers. If you have a chance to get one of his knives you should take advantage of it - you won't regret it - especially his fancier new stuff - the Damasteel & Giraffe bone scales are truly gorgeous - the hawkbills are wicked sharp and innovative.

Bill