Joe Kious Dagger Brian Hochstrat Engraver

This is a Joe Kious model 6 lock back dagger featuring a Norris SS Damascus blade with a bright finish, the 416 Stainless frame has beautiful deep blue Lapis Lazuli inlays and is framed by Brian Hochstrat engraving with the interplay between a Leopard and a Gazelle, on the display side the Leopard is stalking while the Gazelle is grazing and on the pile side the Leopard is attacking its prey and the Gazelle is bolting away in an effort to escape. The spine is file worked and the lock is crafted in gold and file worked. This piece was made to my order and has rested as a safe queen in my personal collection, I am now making it available to a discerning collector.
 
Blade length: 2 9/16"
Closed: 3 11/16"
 
Case/sheath: zippered pouch