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 Wharncliffe Trapper comes directly from Bill's shop in Pleasanton, Texas. It features a Clip Point blade and a Wharncliffe blade, both made from CPM 154 stainless steel with a hand rubbed satin finish. Both blades have half stops. Each blade has an ample nail nick for their firm, yet smooth pulls. The scales are Black Canvas Micarta. The bolsters are 416 stainless steel, as are the liners, pins, and arrowhead shield. The transition from backspring to blade spine is virtually seamless - you can barely see where one stops and the other starts. Bill's tolerances, and fit and finish, are second to none. Bill has stamped RUPLE on the ricasso of the clip point blade. Both blades lock up tight with no play, and the blade seating of each is dead center inside their respective liners. Bill does the walk-and-talk like very few can. Comes in a padded, zippered RUPLE case. This one is so nice. It would make for the perfect EDC in your pocket rotation.
