Out of Africa...K'roo.

[Rufus1949]

If there’s one I’m holding out for, it’s definitely this one. What a beautyView attachment 2263259

Well worth the wait. I know he has that dyed wood in stock.

 

[Rufus1949]

Well worth the wait...karelian burl.

 

[GusSharp68]

Well worth the wait...karelian burl.View attachment 2263609View attachment 2263610

Oh man that’s sweet.

 

[Rufus1949]

Oh man that’s sweet.

Thank you Michael.

 

[sbh06]

Well worth the wait...karelian burl.View attachment 2263609View attachment 2263610

Another fine knife made by Willem, Bob!!!

 

[Rufus1949]

Another fine knife made by Willem, Bob!!!

I totally agree Jeremy. This one is ultra smooth.

 

[norcalAF]

Some beautiful work here!

 

[unclekurty]

Beautiful Barlow Bob.

 

[Rufus1949]

Beautiful Barlow Bob.

Thank you Kurt. This is the one he kept after inspection because he was not happy with bolsters.

 

[Johnnythefox]

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.View attachment 2221687

I had one from when he started out,he had to deal with a lot of problems in country to get it to me.

Its good to see he know has a lot more recognition,wish I hadn't sold mine now.

 

[Rufus1949]

I had one from when he started out,he had to deal with a lot of problems in country to get it to me.

Its good to see he know has a lot more recognition,wish I hadn't sold mine now.

Sorry to hear..I believe we can all look back on one or two knives that escaped us with regret.

Glad you got to experience ownership, even for a short while.

 

[SlipjointPolitiburo]

Wagon Wood

 

[Rufus1949]

African blackwood....( dalbergia)

 

[Chui]

African blackwood....View attachment 2280976

.......lovely lines/proportions, that really works nicely, and the scimitar shield is a winner

 

[Rufus1949]

.......lovely lines/proportions, that really works nicely, and the scimitar shield is a winner

Thanks kindly.

Bob

 

[Angry Waiter]

African blackwood....View attachment 2280976

Another Beauty Bob. Original swedge??

 

[Rufus1949]

Another Beauty Bob. Original swedge??

Thanks Pete....went with original design to keep Willem's signature shape on the blade.
He's still working on the Coffin lamb. It must be a bit of a challenge.

 

[GusSharp68]

African blackwood....View attachment 2280976

That’s slick looks awesome

 

[Rufus1949]

That’s slick looks awesome

Kind of you to say Michael. I did not have anything close to ebony, so tried this wood.... african blackwood( Dalbergia)

 

[Angry Waiter]

Thanks Pete....went with original design to keep Willem's signature shape on the blade.
He's still working on the Coffin lamb. It must be a bit of a challenge.

Very nice! Can’t wait to see the coffin as well.