Model 8 Skinner With Stag

Product for Model 8 Skinner with Stag

Maker: Jimmy Lile (click to see more by this maker)

Price: $1,000.00

Item num: 104097

*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 2.90 in.
Cutting edge length: 2.75 in.
Total length: 7.30 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.27 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 5.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 8.0 oz.
Blade: D-2 semi-stainless steel
Bolster: Polished brass
Handle: Stag set on a full tang
Sheath: Leather sheath

: Jimmy Lile, a full-time knifemaker since 1970, was known as “Gentleman Lile” or “The Arkansas Knifemaker”. Jimmy became very well known for producing the knives for the original Rambo First Blood and First Blood II movies. Jimmy also made knives for the likes of Presidents Ronald Reagan, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford and Bill Clinton. Unfortunately Lyle passed away in 1991 from a heart attack during the peak of his career. His knives are hard to come by these days and sought after by avid knife collectors throughout the world. This Model 8 Skinner is particularly rare and an excellent example of Jimmy’s clean work. This knife was kept in a private collection since it was made. It is in brand new condition and has never been carried or used to cut. Note that this is not a Lile ‘dot’ knife, but is instead a handmade knife by Jimmy Lile.
The blade is D2 semi-stainless steel. D2 is known for its ability to hold an exceptional edge while requiring just a little bit of additional care — to prevent rusting, it is important to dry the blade after use. The blade features a machine satin finish with a high polish.
Stag handle scales are secured to a full tang. The polished brass bolster is nicely fit to the stag scales. Lots of natural texture left on the stag provides excellent grip. A lanyard can be added using the brass lined lanyard tube at the back of the handle.
To keep the knife close at hand, a hand stitched leather sheath is included.
This is a rare find that can be the center of a collection or a faithful companion out in the field.

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