New Knife -- Elmer Keith

[Frank]

I've been looking for one of these for some time.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l142/fiddletown_2006/IMG_4071.jpg

It's my understanding that this design was developed by Elmer Keith together with knife maker Gil Hibben. I discovered that Gil Hibben still makes this design on custom order -- so I ordered one.

The blade is 440C and the fittings are 410 stainless. the handle is Madagascar ebony with a mammoth ivory inlay. It's a stout, heavy knife. The blade is 5.25 inches long and made from 3/8th inch stock.

As I mentioned, I believe that this knife design is a collaboration between Elmer Keith and Gil Hibben. I remember seeing an article on Elmer Keith's knives in an old issue of Guns & Ammo, but I don't have the magazine. If anyone knows anything about the history of this design, I'd very much appreciate the information.

DVC

[Immortal_Ben]

Normally, I do not care for Hibben designs, but this one I like a lot. Wouldnt mind carrying that thing on my next camping trip in a couple weeks.

[Frank]

Some of his designs are indeed "out there." But this could be a good working knife. And he does do some beautiful work. The craftsmanship and finish are first class.

DVC

[okcorral1881]

I discovered that Gil Hibben still makes this design on custom order -- so I ordered one.

Looks great Frank, I like the idea of ebony and mammoth!

What I like is that's almost impossible to cut your fingers on the blade with that recurved hand guard! :)

[Frank]

...What I like is that's almost impossible to cut your fingers on the blade with that recurved hand guard! :)
The thing is actually so dang sharp you just need to get close to the blade for it to cut you. :D :D :D

DVC

[Hersh]

Looks nice Frank! Is that a combination drop/clip point?

[Frank]

...Is that a combination drop/clip point?
I'm not sure what it's called, but I guess that's a good description.

DVC