Bret Dowell: "City Knife" Prototype

[Blues]

Last week I posted a "teaser" image sent to me by Bret Dowell of a "City Knife" style prototype he had built for me. Today, I can happily say that it has arrived.

In reviewing some images of Bret's recent work, I found myself very attracted to a new pattern he had developed with a tip of the cap to Bob Loveless (who originated the "City Knife" pattern) and Jerry Halfrich who had built his own excellent rendition based upon the original.

When I mentioned to Bret that I loved the frame but told him I'd be much more interested in a modified wharncliffe (or zulu) blade, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Bret had designed a pattern for just that. Say no more, I was hooked.

Well, fast forward a few weeks and today the knife arrived to deliver a little warmth into an otherwise bitter day.

Stats:

3.75" closed
154-CM @ ~ 60 Rc
Green Canvas Micarta (as a Loveless style should )
2 1/8 oz.

You can tell Bret spends lots of time with a knife because this knife not only feels great in the hand but is razor sharp to boot. The size and weight are perfect for EDC and there's not a sharp corner to be found.

To sum up, good things are happening in Oklahoma. And better yet, the value can't be beat.

Thanks, Bret! :thumbup:

 

[Mike Robuck]

Very nice! :thumbup: I like the blade profile and handle shape.

 

[mitch13]

Blues mate:thumbup::thumbup:
Very nice & great size for a user. Bret appears to consistent clean lines from the pics I've seen.
cheers
mitch

 

[kai76]

That's real nice and clean! A good way to brighten up your day, congrats.

 

[ken erickson]

Nice clean work! Congrats to you and Bret. :thumbup:

Looks VERY pocket friendly Elliott, I am sure lots of pocket time in the future for that one.

Ken

 

[popedandy]

Very nicely done.

 

[VCM3]

Very nice! :thumbup: I like the blade profile and handle shape.

And the swedge :thumbup: ,too.
Nice one Elliott !
-Vince

 

[Blues]

Thanks, guys! :thumbup:

From the very first knife time I held (and bought) one of Bret's knives, (thanks Larry M), the one word that comes to mind the most is clean. Seems that I'm not alone in thinking so. Bret's fit and finish rivals that of the top makers, imho.

Oh, and I forgot to mention that it pinches open very nicely...the half stop is rock steady and there's not a hint of blade play in any position.

 

[duckman1]

Nice one. It looks good with the mod wharncliff blade.

 

[jivedaddy]

ooooweee!!! That's a nice one!!!

 

[wagglebee]

Elliott that looks great. I might have to see if Bret will make another one.

 

[Absintheur]

I have a Lone Wolf Loveless City Knife, it is my favorite for carrying with dress slacks. This versions looks very similar in style and I really like the swedge on the Dowell version.

 

[Blues]

Elliott that looks great. I might have to see if Bret will make another one.

Oh, I'd hazard that he might... :thumbup:

 

[crbauhs]

Mmm mmm mmm nice!

 

[fewpop]

Nice one E, very nice. Congrats to you and Bret for another fine folder. :thumbup:

 

[Ed Gordon]

That one is really sweet looking. Looks like a perfect daily carry. The handle is nice looking - looks like it has some subtle color variations in it.

 

[KnifeHead]

Sweet and clean Dowell you got there.

 

[U.C.O.K.]

This one is a must. I love every aspects of it. Congratz for you both. Thanks for sharing Blues.:thumbup:

 

[hunterfisher808]

I love the Loveless City Knife pattern! Elliot your great taste remains evident:thumbup:

 

[Blues]

Thanks, guys. Looks like Bret's gonna have to squeeze a few more hours into each day...