Looking to change up my collection so I am offloading 2 heavy hitter pieces to reinvest in some new models.
TLDR up top in case you do not want to read the details – happy to provide additional vid/pics to interested parties. Click the link for albums for additional pictures of each knife - videos also available on request.
Michael Raymond Starlit 2016 – 6000 OBO
Walter Randolph Full Size Inset Lock Chaos – 4500 Sold
First up, the Starlit from Michael Raymond. This is a 2016 model and the follow-up/evolution of his Estrella model. Michael’s work is second to none in the industry and taking one look at any of the details on this knife shows why that is. Perfect clean chamfers throughout, impeccable color matching on the Thumbstud, Pivot Collar, Pivot, and Clip inlay, a perfect hand-rub, and ergonomics to die for. The bushing/washer action is the benchmark of how well tuned this setup can be.
As for my history with this knife, I have owned this Starlit since 2022 – I received it completely beat and sent it back to Michael in 2023 for a full spa. I have carried this knife and used this knife, so there are marks of wear. The pivot has a scratch I’ve highlighted in the pictures, as well as some possible imperfections on the blade at the transition line of the grind.
This knife has no Box/COA(and Michael will not re-issue) but comes with the wrench and a branded microfiber cloth from MR. This makes a perfect next level every day carry knife as I can attest, and is a model/maker that many lust after.
Walter Randolph Chaos up next. This was a book build for me toward the end of last year built to my specs as a leveled-up EDC piece. Blasted titanium scales with Walter’s signature speed hole pattern, but spiced up a bit with gorgeous MOP pivots both sides and some clean Timascus accents for the clip and spacer.
The blade is Odin Heim pattern Damasteel with Walter’s impeccable finish – one of the best and the perfect blend of contrast between the polished and darkened sections that really make this pattern pop.
Knife has been carried/used lightly – small blemish in the blasting near the clip I’ve highlighted in the pictures.
Comes with all the goodies from Walter - pouch, COA, as well as a small goodie pack with ranger eyes and cloth, etc.
TLDR up top in case you do not want to read the details – happy to provide additional vid/pics to interested parties. Click the link for albums for additional pictures of each knife - videos also available on request.
Michael Raymond Starlit 2016 – 6000 OBO
First up, the Starlit from Michael Raymond. This is a 2016 model and the follow-up/evolution of his Estrella model. Michael’s work is second to none in the industry and taking one look at any of the details on this knife shows why that is. Perfect clean chamfers throughout, impeccable color matching on the Thumbstud, Pivot Collar, Pivot, and Clip inlay, a perfect hand-rub, and ergonomics to die for. The bushing/washer action is the benchmark of how well tuned this setup can be.
As for my history with this knife, I have owned this Starlit since 2022 – I received it completely beat and sent it back to Michael in 2023 for a full spa. I have carried this knife and used this knife, so there are marks of wear. The pivot has a scratch I’ve highlighted in the pictures, as well as some possible imperfections on the blade at the transition line of the grind.
This knife has no Box/COA(and Michael will not re-issue) but comes with the wrench and a branded microfiber cloth from MR. This makes a perfect next level every day carry knife as I can attest, and is a model/maker that many lust after.
The blade is Odin Heim pattern Damasteel with Walter’s impeccable finish – one of the best and the perfect blend of contrast between the polished and darkened sections that really make this pattern pop.
Knife has been carried/used lightly – small blemish in the blasting near the clip I’ve highlighted in the pictures.
Comes with all the goodies from Walter - pouch, COA, as well as a small goodie pack with ranger eyes and cloth, etc.
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