John Horrigan M.S. Engraved Mother of Pearl Lock-Back Folding Knife

John Horrigan built his first knife in 1982.  Today he is a Master Smith and member of the American Bladesmith Society.  He makes both forged and Damascus knives, as well as tomahawks.  He was a former saw gunner with Alpha Company 3rd 75th Ranger Battalion.  He has been in law enforcement for the past 15 years and is also a firefighter with the Austin Fire Department.  John is one of the most talented knifemakers I have ever met - a real gentleman, and a personal friend.  Please visit John's website, Elite Knives, to read and see more about his work.  His site is dedicated to his twin brother, Msg. Robert Horrigan who lost his life at the young age of 40 years in service to our country on June 17, 2005.  Msg. Horrigan was killed with Msg. Michael McNulty, age 36, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom while conducting combat operations in Al Qaim, Iraq.

This is an exquisite lock-back folding knife, new from John at the 2024 Blade Show.  Windy City Knives is honored to be able to offer this outstanding piece.  It truly demonstrates John's talent and ability and epitomizes his skills at sole authorship, engraving and working in fine detail.  This is a work of art that will stand out in any discerning knife enthusiast's collection.  The blade is CPM154 stainless steel and the frame is 416 stainless steel.  The inlays on the frame are well-matched, colorful Mother of Pearl.  All the engraving was done by John. 

There is no nail nick.  There is plenty of blade to grab.  The blade opens smoothly, locks up tight and sits centered in the frame when closed.  John has stamped "Horrigan MS" inside the frame.  This knife is new from John and in perfect condition.  If you don't have a John Horrigan knife in your collection, you should.

Condition: New from the Maker

• Overall length:  8 1/2"
• Blade length:    3 3/4"
• Closed length:  4 3/4"

Photo credit: Mitchell D Cohen Photography