KEN ERICKSON "Junior Michigan Pen" (SOLD)

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KEN ERICKSON "Junior Michigan Pen"

SOLD $625 shipped Conus, Paypal fees included.​

A while back Mike Robuck had sent me a reprint of a Holly cutlery Catalog,circa 1915. A large single blade work/hunting knife caught My eye. Holly calls this knife a "Michigan Pen" (tongue in cheek I assume). The knife that Holly makes is 5 1/4 inches long, quite a handful. I really like the proportions of the blade,swedging and overall look of this knife but decided it would be cool in a much more pocket-able size of 4 1/8. You can think of it as a vintage pattern backpocket! Even with its reduced size this is still a robust knife. The blade stock is 1/8, with a very nicely rounded frame with cap bolsters. The stag is very evenly matched from side to side, fit without bulging in the center. While the stag is not exhibition grade, I think it is appropriate for this pattern. The pull is medium to medium heavy, however very smooth and not a thumbnail breaker by any means. Shipped in a protective zippered case. You can say "I will take it" here, pm or email me. Thanks very much for looking.

4 1/8 closed
CPM154CM flat ground blade and spring. Hand finished to 400 grit
Integral bolsters and liners "a seam will never be seen"
Bolsters finished to 800 grit
Shield double pinned
Half-stop
Long nail pull
Stag scales
3 OZ.

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Ken,that is truly fantastic. I like that alot :thumbup:
-Vince :)
 
Just a few hours late. My oh my, that junior would make a fine working knife.
I love your renditions of the older patterns.
Jim
 
Wow! That one is amazing! Great swedge, love the long pull, and some awesome stag.
Ken, you keep elevating your game! And I keep missing the great ones!
 
Wow Ken, that is really a fantastic folder. I like everything about it. Congrats to the new owner of that fine new Erickson traditional. :thumbup:
 
Ken that appears to be perfection in a knife to put in your pocket and use forever. The knife if you could only have one. Everything is just so right.
 
Just beautiful! I especially love the swedge and the shield. And everything else about it.:):thumbup:
 
Ken
Really nice old traditional look to that one. Very spectacular swedge.
Rick
 
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