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I do not know how I missed "Finch" knives for the past few months.
"Finch" is a new blossoming knife company, their knives are designed in Stillwater Kansas USA, and produced by QSP.
You can find out about the Finch company on their website below:

https://finchknifeco.com/

Two excellent YouTube videos on the Finch knives can be seen here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IstJNqKZ1qE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drK7yOgFDAE

I have the Doc. Holliday below, which came out last month. It comes in three handle materials. I am not crazy about white handled knives but the "Smooth White Ox-Bone" spoke to me on this pattern, kind of a toss-up. They have a nice Shield with a glow in the dark logo. Every knife comes with a couple stickers, a band aid and life warranty card.
The first picture with the three knife handles below is not mine.

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All Finch knives have inspirational names of famous people and historical geographic wonders.
I currently have the "Doc. Holliday" and Finches newest production, the "Cimarron" knife. I have three others on order, the "Runtly" "Takuna" and the "Model 1929." I"ll post pictures of them later.


Doc Holliday:

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If Finch knife company is out of stock, they will give you other sellers that stock Finch Knives, to include C.Risner Cutlery and Traditionalpocketnives.com Owned by: Austin Jackson. Clarence Risner was the founder of C. Risner Cutlery in 1974. Austin Jackson, is Clarence's grandson and is now the owner.
Many of the members here on aapk know of Clarence Risner and his great contributions he made to the cutlery world. Sadly, we lost Clarence in 2016.
I purchased most of my "Fight'n Rooster" knives from Clarence in the early and mid-1980s via landline and So. Ca. Blade Expo in Pasadena Ca. This was prior to the internet.

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Boy oh boy, that is something......I've been seeing them around. Love the wharncliffe blade...uh-huh!!

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Another Chinese knife. I'm underwhelmed.
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C. Risner has been emailing me about these. ::tu::
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TripleF wrote: Fri Jan 15, 2021 11:32 am Boy oh boy, that is something......I've been seeing them around. Love the wharncliffe blade...uh-huh!!

Knice knives Dan!! ::tu::

Thank you Scott. ::handshake::
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Below is the Finch "Cimarron" the most current Finch knife, and released this month, Jan. 2021
Open length is 7.90" The Bead Blasted Smooth Tanto Blade is 3.40" G-10 handles. Titanium pocket clip. Also has Finches beautiful glow-in the-dark shield logo. Available in a variety of colors. Just like the "Doc Holliday knife above, it comes with a couple stickers, a band aid and life warranty card.
The "Cimarron" was inspired by the elegance of giant pinwheels sprouting within the Kansas landscapes from actual wind farms.
The workmanship, fit and finish is excellent. The flipper action is as smooth as butter. Blade centering is perfect.

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I'l be your Huckleberry!

Great looking knives, Dan. C. Risner sent me their link saying they're on the way.
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KLJ77 wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:22 am I'l be your Huckleberry!

Great looking knives, Dan. C. Risner sent me their link saying they're on the way.
Thank you LJ.
Love the Huckleberry line. Excellent movie, and I think you'll find the Finch knives are also excellent.

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Old Folder wrote: Fri Jan 15, 2021 6:46 am I do not know how I missed "Finch" knives for the past few months.
"Finch" is a new blossoming knife company, their knives are designed in Stillwater Kansas USA, and produced by QSP.
You can find out about the Finch company on their website below:

https://finchknifeco.com/

Two excellent YouTube videos on the Finch knives can be seen here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IstJNqKZ1qE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drK7yOgFDAE

I have the Doc. Holliday below, which came out last month. It comes in three handle materials. I am not crazy about white handled knives but the "Smooth White Ox-Bone" spoke to me on this pattern, kind of a toss-up. They have a nice Shield with a glow in the dark logo. Every knife comes with a couple stickers, a band aid and life warranty card.
The first picture with the three knife handles below is not mine.


Finch Holliday.jpg


All Finch knives have inspirational names of famous people and historical geographic wonders.
I currently have the "Doc. Holliday" and Finches newest production, the "Cimarron" knife. I have three others on order, the "Runtly" "Takuna" and the "Model 1929." I"ll post pictures of them later.


Doc Holliday:


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If Finch knife company is out of stock, they will give you other sellers that stock Finch Knives, to include C.Risner Cutlery and Traditionalpocketnives.com Owned by: Austin Jackson. Clarence Risner was the founder of C. Risner Cutlery in 1974. Austin Jackson, is Clarence's grandson and is now the owner.
Many of the members here on aapk know of Clarence Risner and his great contributions he made to the cutlery world. Sadly, we lost Clarence in 2016.
I purchased most of my "Fight'n Rooster" knives from Clarence in the early and mid-1980s via landline and So. Ca. Blade Expo in Pasadena Ca. This was prior to the internet.

Dan
Nice knives Dan! ::tu:: I recently discovered Finch knives myself, and immediately put the Doc Holiday and Cimarron on my "Wishlist". Chinese or not, they appear to be solid, well made knives. ::nod:: Looking forward to reading your impressions of all the models you're getting. 8)
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Madmarco wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 8:45 pm
Old Folder wrote: Fri Jan 15, 2021 6:46 am I do not know how I missed "Finch" knives for the past few months.
"Finch" is a new blossoming knife company, their knives are designed in Stillwater Kansas USA, and produced by QSP.
You can find out about the Finch company on their website below:

https://finchknifeco.com/

Two excellent YouTube videos on the Finch knives can be seen here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IstJNqKZ1qE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drK7yOgFDAE

I have the Doc. Holliday below, which came out last month. It comes in three handle materials. I am not crazy about white handled knives but the "Smooth White Ox-Bone" spoke to me on this pattern, kind of a toss-up. They have a nice Shield with a glow in the dark logo. Every knife comes with a couple stickers, a band aid and life warranty card.
The first picture with the three knife handles below is not mine.


Finch Holliday.jpg


All Finch knives have inspirational names of famous people and historical geographic wonders.
I currently have the "Doc. Holliday" and Finches newest production, the "Cimarron" knife. I have three others on order, the "Runtly" "Takuna" and the "Model 1929." I"ll post pictures of them later.


Doc Holliday:


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If Finch knife company is out of stock, they will give you other sellers that stock Finch Knives, to include C.Risner Cutlery and Traditionalpocketnives.com Owned by: Austin Jackson. Clarence Risner was the founder of C. Risner Cutlery in 1974. Austin Jackson, is Clarence's grandson and is now the owner.
Many of the members here on aapk know of Clarence Risner and his great contributions he made to the cutlery world. Sadly, we lost Clarence in 2016.
I purchased most of my "Fight'n Rooster" knives from Clarence in the early and mid-1980s via landline and So. Ca. Blade Expo in Pasadena Ca. This was prior to the internet.

Dan
Nice knives Dan! ::tu:: I recently discovered Finch knives myself, and immediately put the Doc Holiday and Cimarron on my "Wishlist". Chinese or not, they appear to be solid, well made knives. ::nod:: Looking forward to reading your impressions of all the models you're getting. 8)

Thanks Marc. ::nod::
Finch being new in 2020 they currently have five knives available now, with plans of three more later this year.
I just received the final three of five. I will get some pictures taken and post.
Finch knives are exceptional.

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I received the below information via email earlier today from Austin at: C. Risner Cutlery LLC. at traditionalpocketknives.com referring to the new Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood handles Finch Runtly.
To arrive in a few days.
Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood.
The Finch Runtly first came out in 2020, now, the Runtly has new beautiful Mkuruti Wood handles.
I have the Finch Runtly - Yellow Belly, however, I will be adding the Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood to my growing Finch collection.
The Finch Knife Company adds another amazing Runtly to their production. Mkuruti Wood is one of the most valuable and expensive tree species in the world!
Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood - Arriving in a few days!
Blades: 1.
Closed Length: 3.25".
Open Length: 5.50".
Width: .115".
Handle Material: Mkuruti Wood.
Handle Length: 2.50".
Handle Height: .75"
Blade Styles: Sheepsfoot.
Blade Material: 154CM.
Blade Thickness: .0625".
Blade Lengths: 2.25".
Blade Height: 1.00"
Blade Finish: Stonewash and Satin.
Pulls: Regular Thumbnail/Pinch Grip.
Lock Type: Liner Lock.
Pocket Clip: Titanium.
Weight: 3.15 oz.
Shield Material: Sapphire Crystal.

Located in Tanzania. Mkuruti, one of the most valuable and expensive tree species in the country. Mkuruti is used for construction purposes and is on the verge of disappearing in Rufiji district. Africa coastal region due to illegal logging and timber harvesting.

Below is the new "Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood Handles."
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And shown below is my current Finch Runtly - Yellow Belly.
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Old Folder wrote: Wed Feb 24, 2021 12:40 am I received the below information via email earlier today from Austin at: C. Risner Cutlery LLC. at traditionalpocketknives.com referring to the new Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood handles Finch Runtly.
To arrive in a few days.
Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood.
The Finch Runtly first came out in 2020, now, the Runtly has new beautiful Mkuruti Wood handles.
I have the Finch Runtly - Yellow Belly, however, I will be adding the Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood to my growing Finch collection.
The Finch Knife Company adds another amazing Runtly to their production. Mkuruti Wood is one of the most valuable and expensive tree species in the world!
Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood - Arriving in a few days!
Blades: 1.
Closed Length: 3.25".
Open Length: 5.50".
Width: .115".
Handle Material: Mkuruti Wood.
Handle Length: 2.50".
Handle Height: .75"
Blade Styles: Sheepsfoot.
Blade Material: 154CM.
Blade Thickness: .0625".
Blade Lengths: 2.25".
Blade Height: 1.00"
Blade Finish: Stonewash and Satin.
Pulls: Regular Thumbnail/Pinch Grip.
Lock Type: Liner Lock.
Pocket Clip: Titanium.
Weight: 3.15 oz.
Shield Material: Sapphire Crystal.

Located in Tanzania. Mkuruti, one of the most valuable and expensive tree species in the country. Mkuruti is used for construction purposes and is on the verge of disappearing in Rufiji district. Africa coastal region due to illegal logging and timber harvesting.

Below is the new "Finch Antique Runtly Mkuruti Wood Handles."

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And shown below is my current Finch Runtly - Yellow Belly.

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Dan
Just a beautiful knife Dan! ::tu:: I really like your Yellow belly, but the model with the Mkuruti wood covers is sensational! ::nod:: Even the shields are quality and spectacular! Congrats on owning those, or soon to own! 8)
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Thanks Marco.
Yes, it appears as if the new Finch Runtly will also have the "Glow In The Dark" Sapphire Crystal shield.
My Yellow Belly Runtly was $139.00, the new Runtly Mkuruti Wood is on the same pattern but may cost more due to the Mkuruti Wood?
I"ll post the price as soon as I find out.

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Old Folder wrote: Wed Feb 24, 2021 8:42 am Thanks Marco.
Yes, it appears as if the new Finch Runtly will also have the "Glow In The Dark" Sapphire Crystal shield.
My Yellow Belly Runtly was $139.00, the new Runtly Mkuruti Wood is on the same pattern but may cost more due to the Mkuruti Wood?
I"ll post the price as soon as I find out.

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Sounds good Dan! ::tu:: And pictures please when your Mkuruti wood model arrives! 8)
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Just ordered the Finch Holliday Snakewood knife. I couldn't resist that Wharncliffe blade and the Snakewood looks amazing. Don't know why I waited so long on this one. Now I wait...for its arrival.

BTW: The Runtly with the Mkuruti wood runs $139.00.
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Got the Finch Cocobolo wood today and the Holliday in snakewood is coming in mail soon.

For all the China knife haters, see it before you trash it. You may change your tune.

If you see the Val Kilmer life documentary on Netfix or Amazon Prime is quite sad.
He is in horrible health, throat cancer and does not look well at all. Hardly recognizable to Doc Holliday in Tombstone.
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Got the Finch Cocobolo wood today and the Holliday in snakewood is coming in mail soon.

For all the China knife haters, see it before you trash it. You may change your tune.

If you see the Val Kilmer life documentary on Netfix or Amazon Prime is quite sad.
He is in horrible health, throat cancer and does not look well at all. Hardly recognizable to Doc Holliday in Tombstone.
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Got a Yellow Belly Runtly in the mail today. Cool little utility knife.
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Below is my current 5 knife collection of current 5 Finch Knives. Of course, the "Doc Holiday" is my favorite and deserves to be on the pedestal.

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Finch has 5 new knives coming out very soon.
(1) "Devils Finger"
(2) "Cherry Bomb"
(3) "Harvester"
(4) "Drifter"
(5) "Lucky 13"

All can be observed within Finches Website:
https://finchknifeco.com/pages/modern-t ... ket-knives

The "Lucky 13" (Below) will become available in late 2021. It's a Mini Sway Back.
https://finchknifeco.com/pages/lucky13
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I just started buying these . They ARE really nicely made . I have three and I like everyone. They seem to have very good QC as each of mine seem flawless.
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Just got the Cherry Bomb yesterday. I got the black resin , but I might have to get the Red Bone also ::nod::
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Rdubya21 wrote: Fri Nov 05, 2021 8:55 am I just started buying these . They ARE really nicely made . I have three and I like everyone. They seem to have very good QC as each of mine seem flawless.

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Just got the Cherry Bomb yesterday. I got the black resin , but I might have to get the Red Bone also ::nod::
I'm in the same boat Rdubya, can't make my mind up on the handle. Black resin,or Red Bone. ::shrug::

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My knife before this was a red bone . One of the reasons I went with the black resin , but the red bone for this looks really good too ! ::hmm::
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Wow they got some nice looking stuff coming up too ::tu::
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Today I added to my Finch collection .
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Just released Finch Drifter . Really like clip points .
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