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For Sale – “Kestrel” in Fossil Coral – 1095 Differentially heat treated with Hamon; Fossil Coral and Eucalyptus Burl
Here is the second edition of my “Kestrel” series – same exact style but with some amazing handle material. The stabilized fossil coral is said to be at least a million years old and it comes in a multitude of natural colors derived from the minerals in the water where it lay on the bottom of the sea for milleniums. One key to using the fossil coral is knowing how to work it. It is extremely fragile until it is attached firmly in place - like Mammoth Tooth. Another key is to provide a shock absorber which is why I always use a wood “underlay” for it. Not only does it help protect the coral, but it makes for a very beautiful handle treatment. Take a look!
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Blade: OAL:6 7/8" Flat Ground 3 1/8" X 15/16" X 1/8"; 1095 Differentially heat treated with Hamon RC 58-59.
Bolster/Hardware: Black paper Micarta; Nickel Silver Pins and Thong tube
File Work: “Vine and Thorn” Pattern on Blade
“Vine and Thorn” File Work done by hand, no dremels.
Handle: Beautiful fossil coral scales; Eucalyptus Burl “underlayment”.
Sheath: 6-7 oz. premium leather made and hand sewn by maker; dark brown “boot quality” high gloss.
Extras: A leather thong with a handmade Desert Ironwood bead, by maker.
Price: $265; plus $12.30 shipping to the continental U.S. (Note: the only reason my shipping varies is the cost of insurance)
I welcome International Sales - Overseas buyers pay actual freight and only Paypal is accepted for out of the U.S. purchases.
Paypal: wayneandrainy@aol.com or personal check (inquire for details)
I appreciate you taking a look at my new series of knives. Please check out my web site as well.
Here is the second edition of my “Kestrel” series – same exact style but with some amazing handle material. The stabilized fossil coral is said to be at least a million years old and it comes in a multitude of natural colors derived from the minerals in the water where it lay on the bottom of the sea for milleniums. One key to using the fossil coral is knowing how to work it. It is extremely fragile until it is attached firmly in place - like Mammoth Tooth. Another key is to provide a shock absorber which is why I always use a wood “underlay” for it. Not only does it help protect the coral, but it makes for a very beautiful handle treatment. Take a look!

Left Profile

Right Profile
Blade: OAL:6 7/8" Flat Ground 3 1/8" X 15/16" X 1/8"; 1095 Differentially heat treated with Hamon RC 58-59.
Bolster/Hardware: Black paper Micarta; Nickel Silver Pins and Thong tube
File Work: “Vine and Thorn” Pattern on Blade

“Vine and Thorn” File Work done by hand, no dremels.
Handle: Beautiful fossil coral scales; Eucalyptus Burl “underlayment”.




Sheath: 6-7 oz. premium leather made and hand sewn by maker; dark brown “boot quality” high gloss.

Extras: A leather thong with a handmade Desert Ironwood bead, by maker.
Price: $265; plus $12.30 shipping to the continental U.S. (Note: the only reason my shipping varies is the cost of insurance)
I welcome International Sales - Overseas buyers pay actual freight and only Paypal is accepted for out of the U.S. purchases.
Paypal: wayneandrainy@aol.com or personal check (inquire for details)
I appreciate you taking a look at my new series of knives. Please check out my web site as well.
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