Kyle Royer: Mammoth Ivory Slipjoint Folder

RogerP

RogerP

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Greetings all,

Kyle had this one in his pocket at Blade - showing it around to collectors and makers and seeking their input on what was his first effort at a slipjoint - or a folder of any kind, for that matter. (:eek:)

I took one look at it and started working on the output angle instead. :)

Kyle wasn't that keen on parting with it, but a moderate to heavy dose of begging and pleading did the trick. It's been riding around in my pocket for a week or two now, and I couldn't be happier.

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Specs are:

  • a shade over 3 3/4" closed, 6 3/4" open
  • blade and backspring of 01 steel
  • liners of German silver
  • bolsters are forged radial pattern damascus
  • scales are creamy mammoth ivory

The knife came with a letter of authenticity documenting the specs and certifying that it is his first folder. A very nice touch.

My photos don't do the piece justice, but give you the general idea.

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A closer look at the vibrant bolster:

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And here you can see the meticulous starburst pattern filework on the liners:

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Thanks very much to Kyle for parting with this piece.

Roger
 
I'm suitably impressed. Just the attention to symmetrical file work shows how detail-oriented Kyle is.

Great shape, Kyle. Just right.

Roger, I compare this to buying some stock in Microsoft, circa 1983.... ;) :eek:

Coop (Who thinks the photos are just fine.)
 
Whether a first folder or not...it is just a great looking folder period. Very nice filework.

If I were you Roger I wouldn't put it in my pocket but keep it pristine for future fondling;):D

Marcel
 
That's a beautiful folder. That young man has some amazing talent. Congratulations.
 
I like EVERYTHING about that folder.

Congrats Roger. It is easy to understand your being happy to have it:D

Peter
 
Sure doesn't look like a first attempt, but then does that surprise anyone?

It seems every time he tries a new damascus pattern it becomes his most spectacular.
 
A great knife, always nice to have a "first". But it sure does not appear to be his first. Great Score, thanks for sharing.
Jim
 
If that is his first folder, I can't wait to see his 50th....just an amazing talent in such young hands.
 
Roger and Kyle beautiful little knife congrats. I do the begging routine myself and every now and then it works out:D
 
Dang, Roger,
that is a beautiful knife, well worth a little (or a lot) of begging and pleading.

I know the slipjoint bug would bite you sooner of later.

Congrats to you and Kyle on a beautiful knife.
 
Remember, Kyle made it in the midst of preparing for Blade and his JS test, making his first sub hilt fighter, making and posting the video progression thread we all enjoyed so much...etc, etc...adds a bit of perspective to how this young man spent the months before the show.

I have all the repect in the world for Kyle not only for the outstanding work he is putting out but also for his cool demeanor, ability to handle pressure, and perspective that is beyond his years.

I saw and handled this knife at Blade. It is quite impressive for a first folder. Add the thoughts above and it becomes incredible.

Congrats Roger!!! A great addition to your collection.
 
I think that is once gorgeous knife. I am duly impressed. That is just spectacular. Kyle has such talent.
 
Looks like Kyle is ready to start wowing the knife community with his folders, just like he does with his fixed blades.
 
The blade profile is wonderful. Theres no denying Kyle has talent and determination to succeed ...... as a first slip joint this is very impressive indeed.

Cheers,

Stephen
 
I'm not a "traditional" knife sort of guy, but I'd proudly and happily carry that.
Good score!:thumbup:
 
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