Harvey McBurnette Large Lock Back Folder (SOLD)

Harvey McBurnette Large Lock Back Folder (SOLD)

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Knives by Eagle Nest, New Mexico knifemaker Harvey McBurnette are among the most collectable pieces by custom knife collectors.  Sadly, the fact that Mr. McBurnette has passed away makes them even more coveted by collectors.  His knives are hard to find, and valuable.  His career dates back to the days of Dick Dorough and W.T. Fuller - all 3 were good friends and knifemakers, who originally worked together at the Good Year Tire and Rubber Factory in Gadsen, Alabama.  W.T. lost one of his hands in an accident and was retired from work.  He needed a front locking knife so he could open and close it one-handed.  All three makers worked together and developed a front locking folder.  Harvey later relocated to New Mexico for health reasons.

This large front-lock folder features a highly polished stainless steel blade, Desert Ironwood handle, front and rear dovetailed nickel silver bolsters, nickel silver pins, both a nail nick and oversized thumbstud, and file-worked liners along the entire perimeter of the handle.  The front lock release has a raised lever, making it easy to release with one hand.  Based on the above story of the 3 makers, we believe this is an early example of Harvey's work.  The fact is, the oversized thumbstud makes it extremely easy to open the knife one-handed, and the raised front lever of the lock back mechanism also makes it very easy to close the knife one-handed.  The blade locks up tight with no play, and falls centered in the liners when closed.  It opens and closes with a solid click - nice walk and talk to the blade.  It is a beefy folder weighing in at 5.3 ounces.  This is a wonderful example of Harvey's work, and sure to be a valuable addition to any collection.

Condition:  Previously owned. Excellent.
                    Never used, carried, or sharpened.
                    Some fine lines on the bolsters. Blade is perfect.
  • Overall length:  7 3/4"
  • Blade length:    3 1/2"
  • Closed length:  4 1/4"