A.G. Russell Knives

The sleek, natural look of Barry Gallagher's Glide Lock from Columbia River Knife & Tool® depends on two very modern technologies.

For over thirty-five years, the Knife Collectors Club™ has provided rare and/or unusual knives to people who like fine knives. The very first was the Kentucky Rifle, sold to members for $12 each. It is still on of the finest knives that Schrade ever made, and even though 12,000 were made, the knife sells for $135.00 from collectors and dealers lucky enough to have any to sell. The club has produced many fine knives, all of which have gained in value.

This 1990 Knife Collectors Club offering, is a unique knife in several ways. Probably the most unusual thing about it is the way the large blade unlocks. In 1988 or 1989, I was shown an old knife which made use of this locking system and I was immediately intrigued. There are very few two bladed knives with a locking blade.

2-3/4" clip, 1-13/16" spey and 1-13/16" pen blades. Measures 4" closed and weighs 3.2 oz. Suggested retail is $39.49.

The A.G. Russell One Hand Knife™ has been our best selling knife since the first ones were shipped in 1988. The handle, which is machined from a piece of solid stainless spring steel, works in conjunction with the blade to create an unusual locking system. This locking system, and the location of a thumb stud on both sides of the blade, allows the knife to be closed or opened one handed using either the right or left hand. That's why we call it the One Hand Knife™.

This design is over 50 years old. I first saw it that long ago as an advertising knife from the Ford Motor Company. With modern technology and materials, these are great little knives.

The A.G. Russell One Hand Knife™ has been our best selling knife since the first ones were shipped in 1988. The handle, which is machined from a piece of solid stainless spring steel, works in conjunction with the blade to create an unusual locking system.

Very similar in style to the very popular Spyderco "Q" from the late 90's, the "S" blade is made using MIM technology, the latest in metal injection molded blade construction. The blade features a web cutout radiating from the patented round hole for one-hand opening.

Crafted high in the French Alps, these tough knives of simple design and rugged materials have long been a favorite of Europeans. The original Opinel line was created by founder Joseph Opinel in 1890. Today, the knives are made with the same attention to detail, with modern carbon steel blades, pearwood handles and the traditional Opinel locking safety ring.

The A. G. Russell One Hand Knife has been our best selling knife since the first ones were shipped in 1988. The handle, which is machined from a piece of solid stainless spring steel, works in conjunction with the blade to create an unusual locking system. This locking system and the location of a thumb stud on both sides of the blade, allows the knife to be closed, or opened, one handed using either the right hand or the left hand. That's why we call it the "One Hand Knife".

The E.T. from Kershaw has been our most unusual and popular offering this year. Kershaw has made it even more unusual with a brand new handle finish called Urban Camo, a unique splatter paint effect. The E.T. (External Toggle) is an interesting knife that opens and closes by manipulating the handle which is jointed at about 5 points.

This is a neat little pocketknife with Benchmade's "Levitator" locking system, it locks both open and closed. Press the side lever and "levitate" the blade open or closed.

The E.T. (External Toggle) is an interesting knife that opens and closes by manipulating the handle which is jointed at about 5 points. They call it a toggle lock. No spring involved. I think that it will be a runaway best seller. Do be careful while learning to open and close it.

You have never seen a knife made with such simplicity and strength. The handle is fiberglass reinforced nylon, molded in one solid piece. It is checkered and shaped, not only to fit your hand with comfort when working, but to also fit your pocket without wearing holes in it.

A great all purpose knife; sleek and lightweight (only 1.5 oz). One hand easy open to close. It fits as nicely in your hand as in your pocket. Kydex neck sheath.

Columbia River is excited to introduce their first group of production folders designed by noted Texas custom knifemaker and Knifemakers' Guild member Allen Elishewitz. Yes, they have that cool Elishewitz look at first glance, but look a little further and you discover Allen's incredible new E-lock (patent pending), made possible in a production folder by precision CNC machining.

Imagine the knife of the future: lightweight build, premium materials, a soft gray finish, CNC machined surfaces, a high tech lock, smooth one-hand action. Welcome to the future, because our new Elishewitz Starlight is a functional precision tool for today that would look at home in any starship.

This remarkable knife was inspired by a knife designed by Blackie Collins in the 1960s or early in the 70s which was very much a two handed knife. Ed Van Hoy has added a remarkable opening and closing device that turns this one into a "One Hand Knife." He has also totally redesigned the blade to bring it into the 21st Century. At the 2002 Knifemaker's Guild show, we selected Ed's handmade knife to receive our "Most Innovative Folder" award.

Crafted high in the French Alps, these tough knives of simple design and rugged materials have long been a favorite of Europeans. The original Opinel line was created by founder Joseph Opinel in 1890.