HI Lobo,
Yes, Ralph is still alive and living in Texas.
I believe he still makes some knives, but is more into engraving these days.
I would recommend you talk to Scott Somers at
somers@connect.net
He has a great Stone collection and has been in touch with Ralph regularly for the last several years.
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Les Robertson
Custom Knife Entrepreneur
http://www.robertsoncustomcutlery.com