River of Fire (non-CRK)

[JW225]

I have alternately marveled and salivated over the photos of the CRK models from years ago that feature Bill Burke's River of Fire Damascus. Truly works of art -- just amazing. Having resigned myself to the fact that the chances of ever owning one of those beauties is slim to none, I was pleasantly surprised recently to come across a Slipjoint Trapper by Burt Flanagan featuring Bill Burke River of Fire Damascus. Not a CRK, I know, but I thought it might be of general interest in light of the River of Fire discussions that happen here from time to time. So, here is another example:

(Incidentally, the bolsters are "Wasp Nest" Damascus from Chris Marks).

 

[ruddyduck]

Absolutely gorgeous!

 

[IDhorace]

Yeah, that ticks all the boxes for me. Thanks for sharing.

 

[kidcongo]

Off the charts!!!!!!!!!! Wow!

 

[Lone_Wolfe]

Nice!!

 

[3fifty7]

It is, IMO, one of the most beautiful patterns there is.
Now sometimes I do feel, also personal opinion only, the flow is in the wrong direction. Ricasso to tip seems naturally correct, when the flow is tip to ricasso it seems off.

 

[IDhorace]

I agree. Sometimes. But then, it's ROF so all is forgiven.

 

[Ernie1980]

That is definitely a work of art, thank you for sharing!

 

[Barry H]

Every time I hear mention of River of Fire, I kick myself for not buying a Sebenza when they were available.

 

[Easyrider]

Oh my! That is one beautiful knife!