SharpByCoop • Gallery of Customs

The only drawback to that camera I have is the lack of full manual for night shots, and really bright daylight where you need to be able to stop your apeture down and the shutter as high as possible.

I had a sd600 that I loved, but ended up with the sony w100. I still like using the sd600 better, but I needed the w100's manual for the stuff I get.

and the sd600 is tiny! :D It now resides in the carribean islands with a freind of mine, where lots of photo's will hopefully be sent back to me :D
 
In style anyway.... :thumbup:

The most copied and traditional stock removal knives in the world have been Bob Loveless' fixed blades. Bob Parker from Michigan sent me a trio of his renditions. He wanted to know how I thought of them, as he doesn't get around to big shows too much.

(Click for large version) Hide Out in stag


Chute Knife in stag


Big Bear in mammoth ivory


To say I wasn't stopped dead in my tracks at these would be a lie. Obviously he does a VERY fine job at these. I enjoyed the whole package!

Hope you do, too. Thanks for looking!

Bob Parker
1527 E. Fourth St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
248-545-8211

Coop
 
No Doubt.
Really tight knives.
Quite a few makers are really doing very nice work on Loveless designs.
 
Thanks. :) I just got in a number of projects that need exposure. Look here soon.

Coop
 
Not often does a knife come along with as much sense of flow and balance--especially on a rustic version. Mitch spent considerable time recreating the 'look' he wanted on the blade and fittings to give it a period feel.

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Mitch did not want the sheath included in the intitial image, but I found it too captivating to disregard it. Nice package! :thumbup:

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That is SOME kind of crown stag!

Contact: medwards AT glasgow-ky.com

Coop
 
I posted a thread in the custom forum with Curt's daggers before. He sent me these two similar blades for a portfolio shot.

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Curt wanted me to do a single sideview, but go ahead and add some 'props' for the next knife. I have a VERY limited array of ideas for displays, but I chose these two backgrounds for the helluvit. Lots of visuals....!





This was fun! Which is your fave? Why?

Coop
 
Mitch Edwards -- Nice piece but I find that it is unbalanced: the blade is too short in proportion to the handle.
 
One of my very favorite makers--both in style and character.

Unmistakable in appearance:



Coop
 
The Dailey is the knife I like best and my favorite picture is the Peacock feather backround.

All are nice as usual however.

Peter
 
Love the bail on that Dailey knife.

Not normally a huge fan of knives with more ornamentation (I like 'em simpler) but that's a knife I have to respect, and the bail is really great.
 
I'm pleased you guys enjoy George's work, too. Yes, it is WAY over the top in ornamentation, but that's George's background as a jeweler coming through.

He is now back as a full time craftsman in jeweling, only making a few knives a years. Standing room only, BTW.

I had the pleasure of him tutoring me for two days building a folder from start to finish. I have all my notes and a folder that is 75% completed. Please feel free to kick my A$$ for not completing it yet. ;) :p :eek:

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Joss, I disagree. I reheld the knife and the stag fitted my hand perfectly. Maybe a longer blade would add ratio, but the balance and dimensions worked for me. Regardless, it has flow that is rarely seen. :thumbup: That's OK. We all have our preferences.

Curt Erickson and Julie also agreed on the peacock feather version. In fact they loved it!

Thanks for the looksee's....

Coop
 
Now that the Solvang show is over, I can post this beauty. Curt asked me to hold off until he displayed it there. Maximum impact.

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Curt was taught under Buster Warenski, and he follows his traditional styles impeccably. The student has equalled his teacher on this one. As it should be.

The knife is also an incredible medium for Julie's well-reknowned engraving. Absolutely puts it over the top.

I love this knife and I spent considerable time on the image getting the lighting and insets to my liking. You will see the inset as my avatar currently.

Coop
 
Josef is from Eastern Europe, and his work is signified by his inclusion of highly sculpted carving included into his work. This one was commissioned by a prominent collector.

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On this desk knife his figurine and stand are mostly made out of bronze (cast? I don't know...), and they are elegant and traditional as a madonna or siren.

The silent dagger might be used in a letter opening scenario—or in the corporate world—for foiling a hostile takeover. ;)

No matter. If you enjoy diversity and grace with a dose of wrath, this might make you smile. :thumbup:

Coop
 
Reg. Curt Erickson's knive: very nice piece. I especially like the metal inlays. Interesting blade shape too.
 
I don't know how did I miss this thread! Thanks Coop for the great pics. Also, for the short history and background.
 
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