#156978 - 02/21/17 05:26 PM
Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Several months ago I had an idea to create something special for my upcoming 60th Birthday. I had already acquired a new Randall Thorp and a really unique FWI artifact tip. About the same time there was a brass back bowie thread discussion including a few back club articles about Bo's first bowies. You can read more here but this is what sparked the idea: http://www.randallmadeknife.com/2010-september/So I called Grant and said "I have an idea for an 'inner-hilt' re-handle on a Randall Thorp". "Send it" was the reply. So we got Mudbone involved too; told him I wanted the knife rendered on the sheath. So here it is folks, an absolute stunner. The guys at BMK went above and beyond. Everything about this knife is flawless. They just keep moving it up a notch. I couldn't be more pleased to open that package and see the results. As for the sheath. Mud used British tanned hides which are free from barbed wire damage. He calls it the most perfect leather you can use all from his stash. Oh and check out the Eagle reverse side, not to forget his wife Theresa who made the beaded flag slide. To everyone at Behring Made and Mudbone, THANK YOU guys for making my 60th a happy one.
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#156979 - 02/21/17 05:27 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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A few more that Grant sent:
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#156981 - 02/21/17 05:45 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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#156982 - 02/21/17 05:48 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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My gosh, how does this one get topped? Probably never. I have run out of expletives.
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#156983 - 02/21/17 06:55 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren!!! Enough is enough!!! Jesus!!! Good God man!! :-)Rocky
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#156990 - 02/21/17 07:24 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren, and the Behring Gang--
That is a bee-ooo-tiful package.
I don't think you'll want to be clearing any brush with it!
By the way, did the James Gang also add the brass back? It looks like a meticulous job.
Larry
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#156992 - 02/21/17 07:31 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Yes Larry the brass back was done at BMK and it's flawless.
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#156994 - 02/21/17 08:01 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Well Warren at your age it won't be long before your doctor will tell you that that big knife is throwing your back out and you need to sell it!!!! Just remember that when that happens I'm here for you! Great job on this one!!! I for see Mudbone going to work for his lady as she is doing some cool work .....making him look good Ha!!!
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#156996 - 02/21/17 08:10 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Happy Birthday Warren Know that feeling Sharpi
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#157001 - 02/21/17 08:26 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thanks guys for all the kind comments. We are all very lucky here to have access to some very talented craftsmen and artists.
So Chief I hear ya. Mud is doing great work and his wife Theresa needs some credit for her hand in some of these projects.
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#157006 - 02/21/17 09:19 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Wow Warren...
Happy birthday! Congrats on designing a gorgeous Thorp Bowie with a sheath to match. That is one stunning blade. Love the brass back. RMK + BMK + Mud = best of all possible worlds!
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#157014 - 02/21/17 10:23 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Like I said, the James Gang is gonna need a bigger shop. I've been there, so I know.
Pap
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#157017 - 02/21/17 10:32 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Simply outstanding! The subject to detail within the the knife, re-handle, and sheath is amazing. Enjoy it!
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#157032 - 02/22/17 07:00 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thanks guys for the reply, glad you like it. Now Pap that wouldn't be such a a bad thing
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#157036 - 02/22/17 07:19 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren,
Awesome Thorpe!!! Everything about it is perfect.
Tom Flynn
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#157038 - 02/22/17 07:32 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thanks Tom. This one turned to be a centerpiece.
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#157042 - 02/22/17 08:14 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Damn Warren, that's nice. Cool package, all the way
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#157049 - 02/22/17 10:28 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Oh my my that is true art all the way around. So very nice!
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#157054 - 02/22/17 11:32 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren,
What was the original handle material on the Thorpe?
Tom Flynn
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#157055 - 02/22/17 11:37 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Tom,
Leather stacked with aluminum butt cap
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#157056 - 02/22/17 11:41 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren,
Well done! Looks great.
Tom Flynn
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#157057 - 02/22/17 11:49 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thanks buddy!
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#157061 - 02/22/17 02:00 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Steven and Mike,
Missed you earlier, thank you.
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#157069 - 02/22/17 04:03 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thanks Grant and once again to James for the nod to move this project forward. The knife that inspired this was in fact a Smithsonian one of Bo's first from 1953. The photo is included in the article from the back newsletter which I found on Tune's site. To Bo's credit he really had a great idea for an inner-hilt bowie. I'm not certain why it didn't take hold. Fantastic workmanship fellas,you really outdid yourselves with this project. All of you deserve my deepest thanks.
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#157075 - 02/22/17 04:13 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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So said the newsletter.
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#157078 - 02/22/17 04:17 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Either 1 makes the point, Inner or Sub... sub makes more sense. But no matter, it's all awesome!
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#157080 - 02/22/17 04:31 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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This one was from 2010 and was an article written about the first bowies. The RKCC now publishes the newsletter. Contact the Captain.
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#157082 - 02/22/17 04:33 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Aha! I don't get the newsletter.... Sign me up! Dropping a copy of the newest 1 in the mail tonight.... DONE!
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#157164 - 02/24/17 11:00 AM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren Truly amazing and happy birthday. If this was for your 60th, I am looking forward to what will be created for your 65th. Great job by all of those involved
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#157180 - 02/24/17 02:30 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Holeee cow. I'm speechless. I think my look at art-knives has changed!
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#157181 - 02/24/17 02:37 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Holeee cow. I'm speechless. I think my look at art-knives has changed! It's not an art knife... it's his Mountain Lion knife.
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#157185 - 02/24/17 03:24 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Thank you Wally. James well heck yes I plan out to reach that cat.
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#157202 - 02/24/17 07:07 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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LOL bet it's to keep his lady from boxing his ears !!!
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#157420 - 03/01/17 02:01 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Belated Happy B'Day Warren.
Great Knife & Sheath combo.
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#157421 - 03/01/17 02:11 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Hey Big Jim,
Thanks for checking in and all the well wishes. It's good to hear from you. Don't be such a stranger.
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#157495 - 03/02/17 09:58 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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WOW Warren! I just saw this thread and.....DAYUM SON!!!
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#157646 - 03/06/17 02:54 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren, Happy Belated Birthday, and What a Great Behring Knife. WOW!!! If "Big Jim" can wake up , and wish you a H.B., I guess I can too! Do they give you Walkers, when you turn the Big 6-0??
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#157670 - 03/06/17 08:33 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Warren, Happy Belated Birthday, and What a Great Behring Knife. WOW!!! If "Big Jim" can wake up , and wish you a H.B., I guess I can too! Do they give you Walkers, when you turn the Big 6-0??
Kent RKS 109 NRA Life. Chief special!
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#157799 - 03/08/17 07:12 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Now that is funny and fitting for many of us!!!
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#157861 - 03/10/17 02:56 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Chief,
Now That is Funny, Warren behind a Walker!!! Who knows??? Maybe I'll be pushing one...Someday!! Noooooo!!
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#157863 - 03/10/17 03:25 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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LOL Kent. I need one for a hover board. Ever try one of those things? Aint as easy as it looks. Especially when the flames reach your ButtCap.
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#157951 - 03/12/17 10:35 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Insurance Guys say .... NEVER!!!
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#157953 - 03/12/17 10:42 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Steve, Rest assured, I don't need to be insured.
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#158087 - 03/14/17 10:04 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Talking Hover Boards!
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#158096 - 03/14/17 10:54 PM
Re: Raymond Thorp Rehandle-Birthday Project
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Yes jokingly!
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