Somewhat "Moran-ish"

[Robert Dark]

In the July, 2006 issue of Blade Magazine, Buddy Thomason had a very informative article about a gentleman that bought a model M-11 from Mr. Moran some 35-40 years ago.

I kept going back to that issue and looking at that knife. I finally got around to making one similar. It is not exactly like Mr. Moran's (wasn't meant to be a copy), but has some of the same features.

Forged 1084
Brass Hardware
Maple Handle (The wood is from Mr. Moran's Estate Auction)
OAL - 9 3/4"
Blade Tip to Guard - 5"

Robert

 

[Bobby Branton]

A great rendition

 

[J. Doyle]

That's a great looking knife, Robert. I really like it all.:thumbup:

I think that it's a good nod to Mr. Moran while being your own at the same time. The fact that the wood came from Mr. Moran's estate sale adds something to the whole package. Nice job.

 

[indian george]

Sweeeeet!!!!!!:thumbup:

 

[jbrackett]

Absolutely beautiful !!!

 

[blgoode]

Good Handle Robert!! You coming to Blade in June?

 

[mostho]

Great work man.

 

[Samurai Stu]

Fantastic. Moranesque

 

[Edro20]

Knife and sheath are both simple and elegant. I love it.:thumbup::thumbup:

 

[nc_cooter]

Absolutely stunning. Not too shabby for a Bama guy.

 

[Swink]

that one is very nice.

 

[Robert Dark]

Thanks guys. Now I just have to decide on whether or not I want to sell it.

I appreciate the kind comments.

Robert

 

[D2 Forever]

Very clean work.

 

[blad5]

It's not a blade shape I particularly favor, but the execution looks great.

Paul