Ron Appleton Custom Knife 2015 AKI “Vermejo” Sculpted Copper and Steel Advanced IQ Lock Folder

This is a Ron Appleton "Vermejo" Sculpted Copper and Steel Folder. Art knife collectors really need no introduction to the work of Ron Appleton. Ron is considered one of the top knifemakers in the world and for good reason.

His machining skills are second to none and he is in the same elite group with Michael Walker sand the late Richard Hodgson. His extremely original designs and locking mechanisms make his knives some of the most sought after in the custom art knife world. He also does not make that many pieces, so every single creation is a true collector's centerpiece.

Ron Appleton is a member of the prestigious AKI group of knifemakers and this knife is, in fact, one of the wonderful creations he presented at the 2015 AKI. This knife consists of two copper handle halves that have been sculpted in an extremely elegant and fluid scalloped pattern. The polish and smoothness of the copper is simply perfection. The wonderfully sculpted A2 blade carries the same scalloping and creates a perfect balance with the handle scales.

This knife features Ron's "Advanced IQ" opening and locking mechanism, a unique mechanism that is not only ingenious, but also very easy to operate and makes opening and closing the knife a pleasure. This is a truly exclusive and rare knife by one of the absolute best. A wonderful investment and a centerpiece for any high-end custom or art knife collection!