David "DrT" Taber - Trapper
This is a Trapper from David Taber, better known as Dr T. This Slip Joint was built using a Tony Bose W/T pattern with single clip point blade, it features a Hand Rubbed Satin Finish of CPM-154 steel with a nice long swedge and nail nick opener, the pull is approx. 5 on a 10pt. scale, the bolsters are Corvette Fordite and the pivot pins have a brass surround, a nice touch, the scales are Vintage "Westie" Micarta. This knife also sports a Corvette Fordite shield to match the bolsters. A very stylish gents’ knife, new from the maker.
Blade length: 2 11/16"
Closed: 3 5/8"
Case/sheath: custom leather DrT logo slip pouch and C.O.A. (Certificate of Authenticity)
Pricing
All listed prices are net to Knifeology.
About Dr. T
David is a full time practicing Orthodontist (over 40 years) in Winona, Minnesota and a part-time knifemaker. David first became interested in knives as a collector and in 2009 met Tony Bose at the Blade Show where they became friends. Tony is the person that sparked David’s interest in knifemaking and became a mentor to David. David makes great traditional style slip joints, many with his own special twist and with some interesting materials.