Hanson + Abramson = Sinistre 2.0

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SharpByCoop

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About two years ago, I accepted delivery from Don Hanson on this wickedly sleek fighter. We called it 'Sinistre' due to it's foreign flavor and it's attitude.

Alas, it was yearning for a sheath that would do it justice. I know just such a sheathmaker... :D Dave Abramson, AKA 'Lifter'. Dave and I have been friends for years, and he offered to make me a sheath to my liking

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Dave: "What was I looking for?"

Me: "I want a sheath that would allow this knife to sit on a desk neatly. No floppy belt loop. As if it was for a dignitary, and this was a visual deterrent in case diplomacy got anxious."

Dave: "Got it. I suggest a stud or frog for a belt, just in case it needs to go on the run. I have some stingray skin we could use as an inlay, and some shark skin to use as the overlay..."

Me: "Use your judgement. You are the artist today."

Well, you can see the result, and I couldn't be more pleased. Worth a second look for many, and a first look with the sheath!

Coop
 
That IS a beautiful knife & sheath!!! CONGRATS! I have always liked Dave's leather work.
 
That is exceptional. I've always loved that knife and the sheath really sets it off. I know my desk would be happy with that pair gracing it.
 
It's great to see that knife again. 2 years? Wow, time flies.

Dave did a TERRIFIC job with the sheath. A perfect compliment in design and materials.

Roger
 
Love that knife and the sheath suits it well. The rayskin looks good and shark is nice as well.

Peter
 
So you own that beauty Coop! I've loved that knife from the first time I saw it on Don's site. The sheath makes it a really cool package. Congrats and thanks for sharing!
 
Great looking knife and sheath Coop. just fits perfectly with a bunch of knives by some other maker you collect. you have great patience and perseverence
 
I really like the sheath Dave made for your wicked Sinistre! He gave it a slight attitude, also. :D Great combination, on any desk. :thumbup:

Congrats, Coop!

- Joe
 
Thanks, guys. I know there are a bunch of styles and methods this could have been handled, but I liked Dave's input and knew that a belt-loop style just didn't feel correct for me.

Thanks!

Coop
 
Been a while since we've seen this one, love it.
Even nicer with Dave's sheath.
Congrats on a terrific combo, Coop. :thumbup:

Doug
 
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