Whoopee; A Moran Sells for $27,000

[Kevin Jones]

Umm.. wow! So when you buy one does it come with a home security system and a giant safe?

Don't know Jon, however I would suggest the owner join the CKCA as the $$$ saved from our member discount from Collectibles Insurance Services would be huge when insuring those babies.

But seriously, it's good Dave is able to offer those fine pieces as the exposure will greatly benefit custom knives vs if they would have been sold via private sale.

Good for Dave Harvey and Nordic Knives. :thumbup:

 

[Kohai999]

STeven........where does the Tut dagger currently reside? On these pieces, is the drastic price difference strictly an issue of the cost of the stones that Buster used?

1. Phil Lobred has the Tut dagger...it is not for sale.

2. I am not entirely sure if the difference is entirely due to the stones, because although quite valuable, that difference does not add up to an over $600,000 variance.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

 

[jdm61]

1. Phil Lobred has the Tut dagger...it is not for sale.

2. I am not entirely sure if the difference is entirely due to the stones, because although quite valuable, that difference does not add up to an over $600,000 variance.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

True on the stones. The more pricey knife clearly had more work into it, particularly in the handle and used more gold, but I don't see those being worth $600K either. As for the Tut dagger, I wasn't lookin' to buy it

 

[Kevin Jones]

True on the stones. The more pricey knife clearly had more work into it, particularly in the handle and used more gold, but I don't see those being worth $600K either. As for the Tut dagger, I wasn't lookin' to buy it

Would be interesting to know what factors went into determining the prices.

There's usually past examples which aid in pricing other ultra-expensive collectibles.

Wonder who took the photos? Not saying they're bad, but considering what's at stake they could be better.

 

[jdm61]

Kevin, if I recall correctly from reading an article about the more expensive knife, Buster was asked by a collector to do another Tut dagger and he declined. This knife is what he did instead.

 

[Kohai999]

There's usually past examples which aid in pricing other ultra-expensive collectibles.

In this case there is not....and NO ONE knows what the Warenski Tut dagger would sell for if put on the market now....Phil doesn't even have a real idea.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

 

[Kevin Jones]

Kevin, if I recall correctly from reading an article about the more expensive knife, Buster was asked by a collector to do another Tut dagger and he declined. This knife is what he did instead.

True, but that doesn't address how they can up with today's asking price.
IMO, the Tut dagger is far superior.

 

[Kohai999]

True, but that doesn't address how they can up with today's asking price.
IMO, the Tut dagger is far superior.

The prevailing legend is that the owner of the Gem VALUED it at $1,000,000...so $800,000 and some thousand is a bargain, comparatively speaking.

IMO, the Tut is fine, it is the first Legacy knife, and is INCREDIBLY famous...but for arguments sake, is "only" gold and cloisonne', no gems.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

 

[Lorien]

I just have to say that the Virgil England stuff Nordic got in is amazing!

I've never done any business with Nordic, but they are my favourite internet custom knife dealer. They have such an interesting mix, and their pricing usually seems pretty reasonable. Nice atmosphere too

 

[jdm61]

The prevailing legend is that the owner of the Gem VALUED it at $1,000,000...so $800,000 and some thousand is a bargain, comparatively speaking.

IMO, the Tut is fine, it is the first Legacy knife, and is INCREDIBLY famous...but for arguments sake, is "only" gold and cloisonne', no gems.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

True, STeven, but it is, as you say, incredibly famous and considering the piece that it is patterned after, rightly so IMO.

 

[Kevin Jones]

I expect the $850,000 will start the negotiations if an interested party comes forth.

I would like to see Dave strike a deal.

 

[Melvin-Purvis]

I've been dealing with Dave Harvey and Nordic Knives for roughly ten years now - as most of you know, they are 'top shelf' all the way. That said, and while I can't touch on custom knives knives in general, only the few I own; and while not a 'custom knife' by most standards, I can speak with some certainty from a Randall Knives collector standpoint...some of which have also sold for upwards of $30k...

• Why do you feel (if in fact you do) that in general, the most desired custom knives fall far below in dollar value as compared to representative examples in the other collectible medium such as mentioned above? Limited market as a collectible stand-alone item, unless made by a recognized, and often deceased maker; or, unless it's an item that appeals to a broad(er) audience - i.e., a war era Randall knife would likely appeal to both militaria collectors 'and' knife collectors...

• Do you see custom knife values appreciating especially on the rare or very significant pieces as a positive thing or rather a negative thing as it possibly reduces your ability to buy some knives? I'm a collector/reseller in tough economic times; I'm buying as many Randall knives as I can now at somewhat of a discount, usually based on the kindness of friends, and hoarding most of them for now...

• Do you think collectors in general place too much significance on a collectible’s return on investment? Personally, I do; but, it's been my experience that many collectors don't...

• Are you surprised the market for higher end custom knives is strong in spite of the poor economy? A few here predicted this would happen some time ago. No, I remarked in my book that even in tough economic times people with money still have money to spend - and typically continue to spend it on items they perceive to be a bargain. IIRC, Les Robertson has said the same thing in the past as well...

Speaking of books - STeven, I mailed yours out Priority so you should have it soon...and thanks again for the tip on the discounted insurance through the CKCA

Shel

 

[Kevin Jones]

I've been dealing with Dave Harvey and Nordic Knives for roughly ten years now - as most of you know, they are 'top shelf' all the way. That said, and while I can't touch on custom knives knives in general, only the few I own; and while not a 'custom knife' by most standards, I can speak with some certainty from a Randall Knives collector standpoint...some of which have also sold for upwards of $30k...

• Why do you feel (if in fact you do) that in general, the most desired custom knives fall far below in dollar value as compared to representative examples in the other collectible medium such as mentioned above? Limited market as a collectible stand-alone item, unless made by a recognized, and often deceased maker; or, unless it's an item that appeals to a broad(er) audience - i.e., a war era Randall knife would likely appeal to both militaria collectors 'and' knife collectors...
Shel

Thanks for your insight. :thumbup:

Seems like your answer above, along with the negativity associated with the "weapons" stigma, is shared by many.

For custom knives to catch-up with the mainstream collectible community, it's going to take education and positive exposure such as the public listing of these two knives has provided.