Bill Ruple is a master at making slip joint folders. He has taught and inspired so many knifemakers on how to make folding knives, that it's almost impossible to list them. You have to hold one of Bill's knives to truly appreciate the fit and finish, and his attention to detail. He has been making knives since 1988. The quality of his knives has been consistent throughout his career. He has made knives with from one to five blades. No matter what he makes or what show he attends, he always sells out - and quickly! This large two blade slip joint folder features a stainless steel trapper blade and spey blade, 416 stainless steel front and rear dovetailed bolsters, and file-worked back-spacer that runs up and onto the lower portion of the blade spine. The scales are brown jigged bone, and there is an inlaid blank oval shield ready for engraving. Both blades lock up tight with no play, and the blade seating of each is excellent. There are no half stops on this one. Nice large nail nicks, with firm yet easy pulls. We believe that this might be an older knife based on the blade marking, although it is in excellent, unused condition with no marks on the blades or bolsters.
Condition: Previously owned. Excellent condition. Never used, carried, or sharpened.
Overall length: 7 1/2"
Blade length: 3 1/4" (both the trapper and spey blades)
