Richard Rogers: Custom Knives

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Thanks to Eliot for kicking this thread off which helped me appreciate Richard's craftsmanship whilst I waited for this one to cross the pond.

Sam
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Sam, it's my pleasure. I'm sure you're going to enjoy your new treasure for years to come.

Funny, but I was just thinking about Richard and his work this morning for some reason. Now I know why. :thumbup::cool:
 
That I will Blues!

I'd love to hear Richard's thoughts behind the knife. As you can see his work shows skilled artistry but I can't imagine opening a Haylage bale up with some!

I'm definitely using the Trapper! To me G10 scales/covers and thin ground, stonewashed A2 steel blades scream "use me!" I've convexed the edge bevels and both blades are taking on a nice patina. The frame is a smidge over 4" and the G10 is nicely rounded, making a comfortable knife to hold.

I understand Richard works a Ranch when he's not making knives so I'm sure he has more than an idea what makes a good working knife. To me this one fits the bill.

Sam
 
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Every knife of Richard's that I have held/owned/used has been impeccable!
That Trapper is a beauty!
Nice work, Richard!
Lucky you, Sam!
 
Love these knives, amazing work. Thought it would be nice to get this thread going again. Any more photos out there? I am saving up for one for sure!!
 
I just got this knife and it is nothing short of spectacular! I love how Richard does the long pulls all the way up the tang like the old sheffield knives.

The craftsmanship is top notch. Action is smooth and silky with no half stop.

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What do y'all think of the blade shape? More of a lambsfoot or a wharncliffe?
 
When I saw it for sale, the same question came to my mind. It's hard to tell because of the angle of the photo. But it looks like it may have a taper. The handle shape is different than the one used by Tony and reproduced by Case and others. Some of the old knives had a very extreme "sway" to their backs like this knife: http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u298/supratentorial/nykco-swayback-jack_zpspajatdhi.jpg
I think this knife is somewhat in between these old knives and Tony's pattern. It's a nice looking knife. Richard does excellent work.
 
Yeah I tend to stay away from the swayback pattern because I don't like the more curved spines, but this one is straight enough that the curve doesn't bother me.
 
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