Mokume Gane A Comprehensive Study Loveless Smooth back Johnson Model A

Smooth back Johnson Model A leather sheath

Date code 30691 indicates this knife was made in the 1st 1/2 of 1996

Lightning strike carbon fiber front scale

5 1/4" blade of 80CrV2

Distressed bronze anodized titanium pocket clip

Mokume Gane A Comprehensive Study Loveless Smooth back Johnson Model AThis comprehensive book provides solid information about the process of mokume gane (wood grain metal). It includes information from its beginnings in ancient Japan to modern techniques. Many techniques are described with detailed instructions from prominent artists. With over 150 color photos and 25 pages of mokume gane artwork. Hard cover, printed in 2000, 160 pages Near mint condition (the dust jacket shows light wear)