Small and refined delicate Custom Knife signed "Kious" on the blade. The front bolsters are gold have have scrolled engravings. The handles are fine white mother of pearl that has a angled groved pattern. The end of the knife has a gold swinging lanyard ring. The top edge of the blade and center steel in the middle of the top of the handle have a hand made wavy decorative pattern.
Blade Length: 1 1/2 inches
Frame Length: 2 1/4 inches
Blade Steel: ATS-34
Frame Steel: 416 Stainless
Handle Material: Mother of Pearl with 24K pins
Engraver: Also engraved by Joe Kious with 24K relieved scroll work.
About the Maker: Veteran knifemaker Joe Kious, popularizer of the “Pocket Locket” style of high-end art folder and long-time Knifemakers’ Guild member, passed away in 2014. A resident of Kerrville, Texas, Kious was a full-time knifemaker who sold his first knife in 1969. He specialized in investment-quality interframes and bolstered folders, some bringing up to as high as $10,000 or more. However, it is his Pocket-Locket models for which he may be best remembered. Featuring elaborate engraving, the folding knives include a small compartment in the handle with a sliding panel that slides back to reveal another engraved scene inside. “Joe was a staunch supporter of the Knifemakers’ Guild and believed in handmade knives,” said knifemaker and fellow Guild member Edmund Davidson. “Joe had a wonderful personality, was very easy to speak with and would tell you anything you wanted to know. He held nothing back and had no secrets. His knives reflected a great deal of thought, craftsmanship and artistry. He was a true master and genuine person. He will be sorely missed. When we lose a man of his caliber, we are all diminished.”
Provenance: Collection of Peter L. Via.
This exclusive collection containing an exquisite assembly 312 both folding and fixed blade knives, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship of some of the world's most prestigious makers and engravers.
Peter L. Via's curated collection was created over several years is a testament to a passion for fine blades and an unwavering commitment to quality. Peter Via hired experienced professional knife experts to help him vet all of the knives he purchased over the years. Each knife within this collection stands as a testament to the skill and artistry of some of the world’s most renowned craftsmen. From the careful selection of materials to the precision in execution, these knives embody the pinnacle of excellence in the world of custom-made knives. This collection features blades adorned with intricate engravings, handles crafted with meticulous attention along with rare and precious materials, culminating in an overall aesthetic that reflects the pinnacle of knife-making art. Each knife in this collection is a masterpiece that has transcended utility to become a work of art. Peter lived on Fox Great Farm in Roanoke where he raised champion horses. He also was a major collector of minerals. He donated his 16.8-million-dollar mineral collection to James Madison University which besides having a fine geology department, they had a well-established mineral collection. (KN0016)
Blade Length: 1 1/2 inches
Frame Length: 2 1/4 inches
Blade Steel: ATS-34
Frame Steel: 416 Stainless
Handle Material: Mother of Pearl with 24K pins
