Charles Bolton

Kodiak PA

Kodiak PA

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Today in our only pawn shop on the island I saw a gorgeous sub-hilt fighter with ebony scales, bolt pins and a 6" ATS34 mirror finish for only $225. It was made by a maker named Charles Bolton of Jonesburg, MO. The knife was just incredible. I left the store thinking that even a Cold Steel sub hilt is more than that so I turned the car around and bought the knife for $200 after the obligatory haggling with the owner. :)

When I got home I looked up Mr. Bolton in Knives2001, found his number and called him. What a wonderful gentleman. Mr. Bolton is 76 years old and has been making knives for 30 years. He no longer takes orders due to health reasons but has a few knives available from time to time and sells from his stock. He told me a similar knife would be around $350 if he had one. His heat treat is from Paul Bos and Mr. Bolton does his own leatherwork.

Has anyone else ever heard of this maker? We had a very nice talk and it felt like I have known him for years after just one conversation. The knife community is a warm community that is for sure.

I would love to hear from others who have heard or know Mr. Bolton.

Thanks,
 
Charles Bolton's work is superb. I see his work at the St. Charles Heart of America show and it seems as if it is always winning awards there. From the work I've seen his fit and finish is very sweet!

Craig
 
Charlie Bolton is indeed a great maker, and an even nicer guy. He sets up at every St. Charles, MO show(twice a year, usually May or June and December), and does some other local shows too.
 
Hi Greg: I believe that I remember talking to him on the phone years ago. Yes he is one of the good guys and I am glad that you have a part of his legacy in your home.
 
Hi Ed,
Yes, you're right. One of the good guys. There seems to be many good ones in our community, yourself included. It enhances my life like no one can imagine.

Thanks for the comments guys. I appreciate it. Mr. Bolton seems like the kind of guy you wouldn't mind sitting down and chatting with to learn more about our passion.

I will try to post a pic after work tonight.
 
K,
Just bought a small Ivory Micarta boot knife by this maker for $100 at a gun show Sat.I think I got the best of the deal! Sweet little boot knife,double edged!
jim:D
 
Very nice man!!! I do remember talking to him years back. Sorry to hear he is somewhat limited by health these days, but thanks for reminding us of his work, and enjoy your knew knife....(great deal)!!!


"Hunters seek what they [WANT].., Seekers hunt what they [NEED]"
 
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