Toby Hill has been making knives for just about 3 years. His knives do not reflect the relatively short time he has been at it. They are the work of a more seasoned slip-joint and lock-back knifemaker. No wonder, Toby learned to make knives from none other than Bill Ruple, a master at making traditional patterned folders. Toby's work is clean, and he has a great eye for detail. Toby is definitely one to watch. This knife is Brand New and direct from Toby's table at the 2019 Blade Show. This lock-back Trapper features a CPM-154 stainless steel blade, and beautifully matched natural fossilized material scales with an inlaid 416 stainless Federal shield on the presentation side. The fluted bolster is 416 stainless steel, as are the pins, 1/4 lined lanyard hole, and liners. Toby has done some fine file-work on the liners. He's also include a braided leather lanyard. The blade locks up tight with no play, and the blade seating is centered. Nice comfortable nick, with a smooth, even pull. Great walk-and-talk from the student of the master. Toby has included a Texas-made leather pancake belt sheath. And he also includes a Hill Knives padded, zippered case.
