Ray Laconico Fixed Blades

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Hello all,

I have been a fan of Ray's work for some time, though I've never held any of his work. I am particularly interested in his fixed blades though I realize he is no longer producing them. They do occasionally show up for sale, and I plan on taking advantage of the next opportunity.

For those who have them, would you consider sharing your thoughts, and photos if possible. I am very interested in his 4 to 4 1/2" blades but I will not be disappointed with any thoughts or photos you could share. Thanks in advance!
 
I'm fortunate to own one of Ray's folders and I've had a chance to handle a few of his fixed-blades. If you've been following him, you know his work his top drawer. Good luck on finding the knife you're after. :)
 
I only have one folder


But more to the point of your question, I have a few fixed blades:


Top notch work. When I visited him last night, he reiterated his stance about making fixed blades. He can make more money making folders, and his folders are in very high demand. As a result, that is where he is focusing his efforts. He recently made a beautiful baby bowie with damascus blade and CF handle, intending to keep it for himself, but someone made him an offer that he couldn't turn down.
 
lambertiana said:
I only have one folder


But more to the point of your question, I have a few fixed blades:


Top notch work. When I visited him last night, he reiterated his stance about making fixed blades. He can make more money making folders, and his folders are in very high demand. As a result, that is where he is focusing his efforts. He recently made a beautiful baby bowie with damascus blade and CF handle, intending to keep it for himself, but someone made him an offer that he couldn't turn down.
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Thank you very much for the photos, and info. I'm sure I'll find one soon, and it will be a keeper.
 
A close up of two of them, the grinds are impeccable




Unlike most custom makers, for stick tang knives like these he radiuses the tang/blade junction so that there are no stress risers from a sharp angle. This requires more work to fit the bolster/guard, but it is the best way to make a stick tang knife.
 
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Is there any way to determine the steel used on a particular knife, and Ray does not mark them. I'm pretty sure he used 1095 and 01 for his fixed blades, but I'm not 100% sure.
 
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