D'Alton Holder Custom Knife
Peoria, AZ
Blade Length: | 4.00 - 4 1/2 inches | Overall Length: | 8 1/4 - 8 3/4 inches |
Closed Length: | Fixed Blade inches | Sheath/Case: | Zipper Case&Sheath |
Blade Steel: | ATS-34 |
Bolster/Guard: | 416 Stainless |
Handle Material: | Presentation Grade Oosic, Ironwood, Brown Amber |
Comments: Classic lines from a classic maker. D' Holder is second to none when it comes to fixed blades with clean lines, wonderful shapes and crisp grinds. This beautiful My Knife Hunter Set by D, has his famous handle that include alternating segments of Oosic, Ironwood and Brown Amber.
The ATS-34 blades have just the right amount of subtle back filing on the first half of their spines. And best of all, these knives feel simply wonderful in the hand. The set also comes complete with an attractive special sheath finished in the traditional basket-weave pattern with solid silver Concho engraved by Master Julie Warenski. In fact as far as we know this is the only two knife D' Holder set engraved by Julie!
D is a member of the Knife Makers Hall of Fame and has also been a member of the Knife Makers Guild for more than 32 years. He has served as on its board of directors in every position including President. He is also the recipient of the 1981 Red Watson Memorial Friendship Award, the 1991 Berretta Award and the 1997 Blade Magazine's Publisher's Award.
This is really wonderful work from a top notch maker who is a true legend in his craft.