Herman Williams 863 with Stag handles

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Herman Williams 863 with Stag handles

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Fished this one out of the bay. A Herman Williams Schrade 863. He covered this one with his classic red bone stag handles. I confirmed with him that it was indeed one of his knives. A gentleman and a craftsman.
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Floyd, that is a work of art. Have you moved on from the bulldog ivory??? If so, maybe I can snag one now. :)
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Nice score Floyd! ::tu::
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Floyd I must disagree with you on your description of Herman Williams as a craftsman. He's more than that, he's a cutlery artist. :)

That knife is a fine example of his work and what sets him a notch above most others. ::tu::
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Tony, I still like the Ivory Bulldogs but just haven't seen any of the ones I don't have lately. Seems like they come in spurts. And these 863's just kinda sprung up and resistance was low. Thanks. ::paranoid:: ::handshake::
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Phil, I bow to your wisdom and agree whole heartedly. He has a couple in his ebay store but not 863's. I think I saw a King Ranch stockman and a muskrat. Both beautiful. He is certainly a gentleman too confirming for me that this was one of his. Thanks. ::handshake::
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Stunning, classy! Mr. Williams’s work is simply outstanding.
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Floyd, that is an excellent acquisition. Marvelous.
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Thank you Wade and Jerry. ::handshake:: ::handshake::
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Had Mr. Williams do one for me about three years ago. I share your enthusiasm for his work.
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Absolutely beautiful Jerry. Some knives I own and some knives I am privileged to own. Mr. Williams knives fall into that 2nd category.
Proud for you on that one. ::tu:: ::handshake::
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Thanks Floyd.
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Very nice knives gents. ::tu:: The craftsmanship of Mr. Williams is outstanding. ::tu::
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my one and only Herman Williams piece as scored off ebay some time ago. I love his work and always keep an eye out for more.
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