Bret Dowell Knives

And when you're looking at all the great examples of his work,especially the last photo ...how can you not
 
You'll be a happy man for sure! Those guys said it
right... He does GREAT work! And a helluva guy
as well! Congrats....


Jason
 
When I said "I think" I meant I hope it's not a new addicition. I have quite a few custom fixed blade knives from May, Hendrix and Ingram and this is my first custom folder. Couldn't decide between Dowell and Menefee, but I really liked the looks of that Slimline so I went with the Dowell. Looks like he makes a nice fixed blade as well so I ordered one of them too. Man can't have to many custom fixed blades I always say...............:D
 
Those two boys are brothers of the blade. IMO if you enjoy Bret's work you will enjoy Rick's as well and vice versa (i know that's probably not spelled right but I'm too lazy to fix it right now)...and really if you like knives you'll enjoy either :D And REALLY if you like custom slipjoints you're going to end up with at least one of each...yes...I CAN see the future :p

Nathan
 
RDFinn said:
Couldn't decide between Dowell and Menefee, but I really liked the looks of that Slimline so I went with the Dowell.
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I was in exactly the same boat a couple years ago and had three more on order before Bret got to my name.

ndeezl said:
Those two boys are brothers of the blade. IMO if you enjoy Bret's work you will enjoy Rick's as well and vice versa (i know that's probably not spelled right but I'm too lazy to fix it right now)...and really if you like knives you'll enjoy either :D And REALLY if you like custom slipjoints you're going to end up with at least one of each...yes...I CAN see the future :p
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There are a least a couple people around here who have a knife that Rick made with scales that Bret made.
 
I have knives by Brett & Rick. You can buy Customs that cost much more than either of these two makers charge.
But you cannot buy any knife that cuts better than a Dowell or a Menefee. They both have got design, grind, edge sharpening, and heat treatment 'dialed in' to Perfection every time.
Nobody makes a better cutter.
roland
 
rprocter said:
I have knives by Brett & Rick. You can buy Customs that cost much more than either of these two makers charge.
But you cannot buy any knife that cuts better than a Dowell or a Menefee. They both have got design, grind, edge sharpening, and heat treatment 'dialed in' to Perfection every time.
Nobody makes a better cutter.
roland
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+1 To everything you said Roland.

They are also both great to deal with and go out of their way to make sure you get exactly what you want.
 
rprocter said:
I have knives by Brett & Rick. You can buy Customs that cost much more than either of these two makers charge.
But you cannot buy any knife that cuts better than a Dowell or a Menefee. They both have got design, grind, edge sharpening, and heat treatment 'dialed in' to Perfection every time.
Nobody makes a better cutter.
roland
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Everything else is for looks. Regarding looks Brett does a better job!
 
I've got a few knives from them both, at the end of the day Brett and Rick
can stand in the room with anybody that makes slip joints! Fit and finish, grinds,
cutting, everything!....imho. Top notch makers! And good ole' boys.


Jason
 
Well it's raining again down here in southwest Florida but things are looking up! Bret contacted to me to let me know he finished up my knife and I'm anticipating its arrival. This is first time I've worked with a maker directly on a custom and I can't wait to get it in hand. This is EXACTLY how I wish all Mondays would start :p

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Nathan
 
ndeezl said:
Well it's raining again down here in southwest Florida but things are looking up! Bret contacted to me to let me know he finished up my knife and I'm anticipating its arrival. This is first time I've worked with a maker directly on a custom and I can't wait to get it in hand. This is EXACTLY how I wish all Mondays would start :p

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Nathan
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That looks fantastic Nathan! :thumbup: I know you're going to enjoy it.

Bret is a great guy to work with.
 
A real beauty, Nathan, by one of the best, and in a most useful pattern. Should see MUCH pocket time!
 
You are gonna love that one !
 
ndeezl said:
Well it's raining again down here in southwest Florida but things are looking up! Bret contacted to me to let me know he finished up my knife and I'm anticipating its arrival. This is first time I've worked with a maker directly on a custom and I can't wait to get it in hand. This is EXACTLY how I wish all Mondays would start :p

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Nathan
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Now that is a real nice WT.
 
Nathan, You're going to love it! That's one of my
favorite knives I've got! It's just made so well and cuts
like he!!. Rides real nice in your pocket! Congrats...


Jason
 
Thanks guys, Bret just told me it should be here by Wednesday!

bakerg2g said:
Nathan, You're going to love it! That's one of my
favorite knives I've got! It's just made so well and cuts
like he!!. Rides real nice in your pocket! Congrats...


Jason
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Jason I took your advice and went with the "As Ground" finish...can't wait to see it in person.

Nathan
 
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