Custom fixed blade knife made by the master knife maker Lloyd Hale. The grip is made from an authentic whale’s tooth that has been meticulously carved in the form of an eagle’s head. The beak is highly polished, and the remainder of the neck and head have been left natural and the natural tooth grain appears like the eagles’ feathers. The eye is made from a round dick of black pearl with a round dark pearl pupil. The base of the tooth has a decorative band made from small triangular black lip pearl inlays. The top and bottom of the inlay have polished steel caps that follow the border of the inlay. The blade is 3/8th inches thick and has a dramatic wavy machined top surface. The ricasso is wider than normal which provides room for a elegant cut out scroll at the bottom. The knife is signed on one side of the ricasso “Hale”. The blade is highly polished and has a up swept curved shape. (KN0052)
Condition: The knife is in excellent condition. The base of the whale’s tooth has a minor normal crack.
Dimensions: Length Overall 9 5/8 Inches, Length of grip including inlaid band 4 ¾ Inches
Note: Lloyd Hale, a skilled knife maker, has been honing his craft for over fifty years. His journey began in 1967, when he crafted his very first knife. Throughout his career, Hale has demonstrated exceptional artistry and craftsmanship, creating a diverse array of knives, daggers, and swords. Notably, during the 1980s, Lloyd Hale worked in his workshop alongside Owsley Brown Frazier, a prominent figure in the world of gun and arms collecting. Hale’s collaboration with Frazier resulted in the production of over 300 exquisite blades, each a testament to his dedication and expertise. His knives are characterized by intricate details, including stunning inlays of pearl and abalone. Whether it’s a fancy one-of-a-kind folding knife, a meticulously crafted dagger, or a robust sub-hilt fighter, Lloyd Hale’s work stands out as a true feast for the eyes.
