Willem Steenkamp Dino Slipjoint Antique Westinghouse Micarta Timascus Clip

One of The Rarest And Most Desirable Handle Materials, The Antique Westinghouse Micarta from 1910
 
This Willem Steenkamp custom Dino slip joint is a fantastic utility folder. The  sheepsfoot blade and ergonomic handle are  perfectly designed and implemented. Willem was accepted as a member of the  Knifemakers' Guild of Southern Africa (KGSA)  in May ot 2007. His attention to detail is clearly evident in his knives. His fit and finish rivals that of the best makers found anywhere. 
 
Handle scales are made from antique Westinghouse Micarta. This Micarta was developed in 1910 by Westinghouse Electric  Corporation as an industrial thermo-set laminate for electrical insulation. This light toned Micarta was lost in a warehouse and only recently discovered. The top shows the beautiful yellowing with age that makes this Micarta so captivating. Red liners add a beautiful touch of contrast. An inlaid escutcheon is formed from Timascus. The inlay is flawless with  absolutely no gaps.  Exceptional work throughout! 
 
The 2.8 inch blade is made from premium CPM154 stainless steel hardened to 61Hrc with a hand rubbed satin finish. This powdered metallurgical steel has a particularly small grain structure, making it take an extremely keen edge and hold it  while remaining tough and chip resistant. The blade is hollow ground for an easy to maintain edge. It is well centered with  a firm half stop -- easily opened with the right handed thumb nick. 
 
 
CONDITION REPORT
Excellent condition
No marks or blemishes
Comes with original pouch & certificate of authenticity
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall Length             170 mm
Blade Length                71 mm
Cutting Edge                84 mm
Closed Length             63 mm
Blade Material              CPM154
Opening                         Nail Nick
Lock                                 Slipjoint
Handle Material          Antique Westinghouse Micarta, Timascus
Weight                            93 g