Loveless Drop point

PrimitiveMan · Feb 15, 2009

Man, what is my best option for a Loveless drop point?

I am not thrilled with the curent Cabelas Baretta offering, but I have wanted one FOREVER.

I'll trade my left testicle for one (hell, I ain't using it) or are there any custom makers at a reasonable price?

I'm thinking of trading my Gerber BMF or selling a kidney or something.

Tony_A · Feb 15, 2009

Just how much are you looking to spend, and how accurate a copy do you want?

Would a Lovett or Bob Dozier clone still be too high-end for you?

For example, here's a pretty accurate Dozier clone for $975, or about 1/4 to 1/5 the price of a new Loveless:

http://www.agrussell.com/dozier-lov...unter---green-canvas-micarta/p/DKLVhhh05DPGC/

You can also look for a WC Davis clone for ~1/3 the cost of the Dozier.

http://www.michigancustomknives.com/store_detail.cfm?product_id=367

PrimitiveMan · Feb 15, 2009

Yeah that is WAY too much. Not that it isn't worth it. But I would have a hard time using it.

What is the most realistic copy in a user budget? I don't know, maybe $200 or so?

Tony_A · Feb 15, 2009

Well, I went through hell and back getting this one for $150. However, it's a VERY good clone.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=559410

However, I'd caution you to read the whole thread before trying your luck with that maker...

DavidZ · Feb 15, 2009

Get the Cabela's Beretta. It is under your budget amount, and I have handled them, and they are a fairly good clone. They do feel good in the hand.

DavidZ · Feb 15, 2009

David Wesner is a maker that I always admired for his Loveless style, A little more than your budget, but he may make one in green canvas for less.

http://www.robertsoncustomcutlery.com/images/wesnerhunt2t.jpg

Samael · Feb 15, 2009

The last time I checked, Al Mar had a pretty decent clone too, but it's been a while.

[UPDATE: Just checked out the Beretta Loveless. They have one less of them in stock now. Dang!]

MTF3 · Feb 15, 2009

I would call Jack Jones in Ripley, Mississippi
He can talk to you about one, he made me a Loveless Chute Knife to Loveless specs and I have a drop point coming.

PM me if you need his number. He was in Little Rock this weekend.

Gramps · Feb 15, 2009

DavidZ said:
Get the Cabela's Beretta. It is under your budget amount, and I have handled them, and they are a fairly good clone. They do feel good in the hand.

.......I've got one too, and the Beretta is a good performer. Moki makes these...fit and finish is impressive and they do wonders with 8AUS. If you don't need "fancy" Beretta's budget zytel model makes a great "user".

- regards

Gramps · Feb 15, 2009

Sorry....double post.

- regards

Gramps · Feb 15, 2009

DavidZ said:
Get the Cabela's Beretta. It is under your budget amount, and I have handled them, and they are a fairly good clone. They do feel good in the hand.

.......I've got one too, and the Beretta is a good performer. Moki makes these...fit and finish is impressive and they do wonders with 8AUS. Bob Loveless designed and authorized these so they have the all the feel and balance of his drop point classic. I picked up my Quince Burl model off of eBay for about $99 plus shipping. PM me if you want details.

Also, if you don't need "fancy" Beretta's budget zytel model makes a great "user".

- regards