Description
Van Barnett Custom Liner Lock Abalone Hand Forged Damascus
Proudly handmade in the U.S.A.
Some of the most beautiful genuine abalone handle scales I have ever seen. Hand forged swedged damascus drop point blade done by Van Barnett himself with knurled thumb stud. Awesome relief sculpted hand forged damascus bolsters also done by Van Barnett. Elegant complete file working on the stainless steel liners. Raised spine that is also elegantly file worked. On the inside of the spine Van Barnett has stamped his name forever making it known that this is one of his genuine custom pieces of art. This is one of Van's earlier knives and is indeed a beautiful creation. He handcrafts very few knives now and each one of his knives is a highly sought after collectors piece. Mint condition in nice black zip up pouch.
West Virginian knifemaker, Van Barnett has been making knives full time since the early 1980s. He is a self-taught knifemaker, beginning his knifemaking career after graduating from high school. Identifying primarily as an artist, Van considered other careers, but was ultimately most inspired by knifemaking’s refreshing new way of experimenting with creativity in design and construction. Van calls his creations designs from the mind with a breath of life from the soul. He has won over fifty knifemaking awards, and considers being voted into the San Diego Art Knife Invitational (AKI) one of the greatest honors he has ever received. The AKI is a group of twenty-five knifemakers from around the world, and the only method of admission involves an existing member’s resignation or death. Van believes strongly in sole authorship, though he does occasional collaborations with his wife, Dellana who is also a knifemaker, artist, and jeweler. Van excels at engraving, carving, gold-work, and design.
Awards
• 2001, Factory Collaboration Knife of the Year (collaborating with Imperial Schrade Cutlery Co.), Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 2000, Blade Handmade Award
• 2000, Best Minature Folder, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 2000, Best Overall Miniature, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1999, W.W. Cronk Award, Knifemakers Guild Show, New Orleans, LA
• 1999, Best Handle Design, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1999, Best Folding Knife, East Coast Custom Knife Show, Manhattan, NY
• 1999, Best of Show, Florida Art Knife Show, Orlando, FL
• 1999, Best of Show, Solvang Custom Knife Show, Solvang, CA
• 1998, Best Art Knife, Blade Handmade Award
• 1998, Best of Show, Blade Handmade Award
• 1998, Best Art Knife, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1998, Best of Show, Blade Show Atlanta, GA
• 1998, Best Straight Knife, Florida Art Knife Show, Orlando, FL
• 1997, W.W. Cronk Award, Knifemakers Guild Show, Las Vegas, NV
• 1996, Best Art Knife, Southeastern Custom Knife Show
Features:
Blade Material: Hand Forged Damascus
Handle Material: Beautiful Genuine Abalone
Blade Length: 2-3/4
Closed Length: 3-7/8
Weight: 4.9 oz
Description
Van Barnett Custom Liner Lock Abalone Hand Forged Damascus
Proudly handmade in the U.S.A.
Some of the most beautiful genuine abalone handle scales I have ever seen. Hand forged swedged damascus drop point blade done by Van Barnett himself with knurled thumb stud. Awesome relief sculpted hand forged damascus bolsters also done by Van Barnett. Elegant complete file working on the stainless steel liners. Raised spine that is also elegantly file worked. On the inside of the spine Van Barnett has stamped his name forever making it known that this is one of his genuine custom pieces of art. This is one of Van's earlier knives and is indeed a beautiful creation. He handcrafts very few knives now and each one of his knives is a highly sought after collectors piece. Mint condition in nice black zip up pouch.
West Virginian knifemaker, Van Barnett has been making knives full time since the early 1980s. He is a self-taught knifemaker, beginning his knifemaking career after graduating from high school. Identifying primarily as an artist, Van considered other careers, but was ultimately most inspired by knifemaking’s refreshing new way of experimenting with creativity in design and construction. Van calls his creations designs from the mind with a breath of life from the soul. He has won over fifty knifemaking awards, and considers being voted into the San Diego Art Knife Invitational (AKI) one of the greatest honors he has ever received. The AKI is a group of twenty-five knifemakers from around the world, and the only method of admission involves an existing member’s resignation or death. Van believes strongly in sole authorship, though he does occasional collaborations with his wife, Dellana who is also a knifemaker, artist, and jeweler. Van excels at engraving, carving, gold-work, and design.
Awards
• 2001, Factory Collaboration Knife of the Year (collaborating with Imperial Schrade Cutlery Co.), Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 2000, Blade Handmade Award
• 2000, Best Minature Folder, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 2000, Best Overall Miniature, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1999, W.W. Cronk Award, Knifemakers Guild Show, New Orleans, LA
• 1999, Best Handle Design, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1999, Best Folding Knife, East Coast Custom Knife Show, Manhattan, NY
• 1999, Best of Show, Florida Art Knife Show, Orlando, FL
• 1999, Best of Show, Solvang Custom Knife Show, Solvang, CA
• 1998, Best Art Knife, Blade Handmade Award
• 1998, Best of Show, Blade Handmade Award
• 1998, Best Art Knife, Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
• 1998, Best of Show, Blade Show Atlanta, GA
• 1998, Best Straight Knife, Florida Art Knife Show, Orlando, FL
• 1997, W.W. Cronk Award, Knifemakers Guild Show, Las Vegas, NV
• 1996, Best Art Knife, Southeastern Custom Knife Show
Features:
Blade Material: Hand Forged Damascus
Handle Material: Beautiful Genuine Abalone
Blade Length: 2-3/4
Closed Length: 3-7/8
Weight: 4.9 oz
