I was also able to choose the handle material. Here is the box from which I was able to choose:



And, here is the CB CK blade blank together with the handle material that I ended up choosing:





Here is Mike putting the Stag back into the box:



You know how RMK has a display case that shows the various stages of making an Randall? Well. Ruana Knives has something similar in their show room:



This was also in their show room:



Here is something special: a "Bleeding Heart" Tomahawk, with Stag inlay in the handle:



It turns out that my dad and Victor Hangas have something in common: fly fishing. They chatted a bit about this fabulous sport, and my dad gave to Victor a dozen or so flies to try.



It was a great visit, and am more than ever looking forward to the CB CK later this year, especially because I was able to hand-pick the Stag for its handle.