Out of Africa...K'roo.

[Rufus1949]

It was suggested by a friend, that recognition be given to a knifesmith I have come to know; as best that can be allowed on the internet.
I have found Willem O'Kelly to be a very talented and capable cutler. I appreciate the latitude of imput in the creation of my knives. The overall design from the blade, handle, materials, even the pull tension can be determined by the client.

Here are mine, with two in development.

If you have one please share.

 

[Jack Black]

Great thread idea

 

[black mamba]

FABULOUS!!

 

[Rufus1949]

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Great thread idea

Thanks Jack. I will always enjoy the older craftsmen, but people like Charlie and Willem have earned our support and recognition.

 

[Rufus1949]

FABULOUS!!

Thanks Jeff, I am sure there are more cutlers that deserve our attention.

 

[GusSharp68]

I have two and couldn’t agree more that he is a talented knife maker. Long vine pattern on spring on lamb and his standard vine pattern on the Lanny. Both in Kudo bone
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[Rufus1949]

I have two and couldn’t agree more that he is a talented knife maker. Long vine pattern on spring on lamb and his standard vine pattern on the Lanny. Both in Kudo bone
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I've always admired your blue lamb. Your Lanny looks like it would be very comfortable in your hand.

 

[JW225]

It was suggested that recognition be given to a knifesmith I have come to know; as best that can be allowed on the internet.
I have found Willem O'Kelly to be a very talented and capable cutler. I appreciate the latitude of imput in the creation of my knives. The overall design from the blade, handle, materials, even the pull tension can be determined by the client.

Here are mine, with two in development.

If you have one please share.View attachment 2221687

Beautiful assortment, Bob. Your collaborations have gone nicely!

 

[Rufus1949]

Beautiful assortment, Bob. Your collaborations have gone nicely!

Thank you Jim.

 

[mrknife]

ive been thinking about these a lot since i noticed them on one of my usual dealer sites. hope to see a lot more pics at the thread develops.

 

[smudge58]

Willem makes a great knife!

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Ignore the other stuff, my K'roo has the lightning bolt shield.

 

[Rufus1949]

View attachment 2221856View attachment 2221857View attachment 2221860View attachment 2221861Willem makes a great knife!

Outstanding collection. Each one so unique.

Ignore the other stuff, my K'roo has the lightning bolt shield.

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Another beauty, thanks for sharing.

 

[smudge58]

Outstanding collection. Each o n e so unique.

Another beauty, thanks for sharing.

Thanks Rufus! These were from a few years back, the dogleg clip was designed from an old Remington pattern!

 

[JonMcD]

It’s going to be fun to see this thread progress. I really enjoy the variety of Willem’s patterns and materials! Thanks for starting it Bob!

 

[Rufus1949]

Thanks Rufus! These were from a few years back, the dogleg clip was designed from an old Remington pattern!View attachment 2221875

You demonstrate how Willem allows you to take possession of a design.
Bob

 

[Rufus1949]

It’s going to be fun to see this thread progress. I really enjoy the variety of Willem’s patterns and materials! Thanks for starting it Bob!

Thanks for the push Jon.

 

[glennbad]

I enjoy the variety of materials used and the unique handle and blade shapes he uses in his knives. I really need to get one.

 

[Rufus1949]

I enjoy the variety of materials used and the unique handle and blade shapes he uses in his knives. I really need to get one.

He has yet to disappoint me. The only thing I have changed, that is on most knives, is to soften the angles on the swedge, as seen on my lambs. I have asked him to do it on a Zulu point Barlow he is making for me too.
I believe Jakeywax31 is going to have a special spey made down the road.

 

[Angry Waiter]

Willem is a great guy. He made a pair of Lambs for my brother and I in spring 2022. They are terrific. Kudu bone, white liners. TXGatorbait come share your lamb!