And now it's mine. It's a true classic & so deceptively basic, but Mr. Harsey made sure that every groove & feature on those knives has a purpose, no extra B.S., just a good folding knife. Probably the closest a folding knife can come to a fixed blade IMHO. This has a 4.8" blade in S30V steel with a grey finish with a overall length of about 11". The T2 has a sturdy liner-lock. Unfortunately it is now discontinued. In particular, I find the lack of a flipper projection handy when I am whittling with the T2. In Battle Blades, author Greg Walker identifies Harsey as producing superb edges and blade finishes on his knives, as well as making knives specifically for Al Mar and Colonel Rex Applegate. Lone Wolf Harsey T2 Ranger. I have nothing to complain about on that front. Lone Wolf Knives. [7] The honor of the Yarborough Knife has become nearly equivalent to that of the Green Beret. That is why I have an assortment of nice kitchen knives. Our Spartan Harsey Folding Knife is coated in DLC, or Diamond-Like Carbon coating, for maximum strength and durability. It is hard to find complete and reliable info on Lone Wolf Knives, but here is what I have been able to gather (any inaccuracies are mine) though a combination of actual credible information and stuff-some-guy-said-on-a-forum type sources:  Lone Wolf Knives was an upstart company that made very high quality production knives using high-end materials, for a price that was much lower than most comparable knives. Lone Wolf Knives - Sheath for Harsey Tactical Folder in Hunting Knives. I love the looks, the ergos, the materials, everything about it. Lone Wolf Knives - Harsey T1 Tactical Folder, Carbon Fiber Handle, Plain, Clip in Hunting Knives. Mar 3, 2013 The Lone Wolf Harsey Ranger / Tactical Folders are no longer available. I got this sometime ago and have never carried or used it but it has … I like everything about the design of the blade on this knife. Liners: Titanium. This scaled-down version of the Harsey Tactical Folder, also from Lone Wolf Knives, has a classic drop-point blade and is 3.9 inches in length. Ambush Alpha The Ambush Alpha with the wooden chrysanthemum I made to demonstrate suitability for cutting curls Introduction: Thi... Z : So, these... these termites, they're... they're, they're... these guys aren't going to put up much of a fight, right? He received a BFA from the University of Oregon. Lone Wolf’s production facilities in Wilsonville, Oregon, turned their best concepts into new products, using high grades of modern steel and fine natural handle materials. It is these sorts of subtle features of knife design that really make the difference in my experience. Carried a few times, but in like new condition. From Latvia. Bill has received a wide array of awards over the years. This is pretty surprising to me considering that the T2 handle includes a large pocket clip and significant jimping. [7] The Yarborough Knife is presented at the beginning in August 2002 to each graduate of the United States Army Special Forces Qualification Course, with each of these knives possessing its own serial number, and logged in an official record book maintained by the United States Army Special Operations Command. The blade is … Bush.". Harsey, William (Bill) Jr. Chris Reeve. In my review of the. William Harsey Jr. (born 1955)[1] is an American knifemaker and designer who works with several knife companies, including Gerber Legendary Blades, Lone Wolf Knives, Spartan Blades, Ruger/CRKT, Fantoni, and Chris Reeve Knives. Their knives are built to specifications that will please all outdoorsmen, be they rangers, hunters, trappers or fishermen. Lone Wolf Knvies manufactures all of its knives in the USA and utilzes the best designs, materials and hand craftmanship to produce a tremendous value for knife enthusiast. William Harsey Jr. (born 1955) is an American knifemaker and designer who works with several knife companies, including Gerber Legendary Blades, Lone Wolf Knives, Spartan Blades, Ruger/CRKT, Fantoni, and Chris Reeve Knives. I just try and make good knives for outdoor use,” he says. [ 18 bids ] A Video Review Of The Lone Wolf T3 Folding Ranger Knife. When it comes to knife performance, I really like to see how knives do in the kitchen. The full flat grind, combined with the drop point shape, makes for a truly effective and versatile slicer. "Harsey Tactical, Desert-Camo" LC14740 Blade Length: 4.75 in, 12.06 cm 4 3/4 closed linerlock. Overall Weight: 8.4 oz. Harsey designed the Neil Roberts Warrior Knife, which is dedicated to the memory of Petty Officer First Class Neil Roberts, who was killed in action Afghanistan in 2002[5] and the Pacific / First Group Knife, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Army Special Forces in Asia. The box is in worn condition. The Kershaw Cryo G10. Lone Wolf Knives was a company based out of Oregon. Lone Wolf worked with some very distinguished custom knife makers and designers to create production versions of very nice knives. Gerber. From Latvia. Benchmade Now Owns Lone Wolf Knives. The T2 is obviously not as handy as a chefs knife when it comes to chopping up a bag of carrots, but it does well. I am a HUGE fan of the D2 (the auto version of the T2) and the T3. The Harsey T-2 Ranger tactical folder is built in Lone Wolf's knife factory in Portland Oregon USA. ARMSLIST - For Sale: Lone Wolf knife I have a Lone Wolf folding knife for This is an early model T3 It has titanium liners, lock bar and The blade is stonewashed LONE WOLF HARSEY RANGER T3 KNIFE | #40782636 LONE WOLF HARSEY T3 RANGER KNIFE VERY RARE COLLECTORS EDITION … Spartan Blades. C $719.99. Specifications: Each knife is handcrafted and decorated with beautifully finished materials. He’s contributed production designs to Chris Reeve Knives, Lone Wolf, Spartan, Boker, and Gerber. The Harsey T-2 is ready for any situation or adventure you may face. The S30V steel is a very good steel. The Spartan Harsey Folder. The T series of knives was designed by Bill Harsey for Lone Wolf Knives. Hi to every one, it’s truly a nice for me to pay a visit this site, it contains useful Information. This was my dream knife, my holy grail, the white whale. LONE WOLF KNIVES LC10900 ANGELO DAMASCUS LTD EDITION FOLDING KNIFE ESTATE SALE. The fit and finish of my T2 was fine, though (at risk of sounding like a broken record) not flawless like the Fantoni. That is one of the things to bear in mind when buying knives with fancy steels. Other styles like the frame-lock (which is very similar to a liner lock), or the Axis lock (mostly found only on Benchmade knives due to exclusive licensing) may be more hip at the moment, I really like the simplicity and reliability of liner-locks. Lone Wolf Knives T2 Harsey Ranger Folder Knife. These were T3 (4.75" blade), T2 (3.9" blade) & T1 (3.25" blade) models with titanium liners, CPM-S30V and handles made of Kraton or G10 or FRN. Close. Emergencies happen, sometimes you need to cut a strap in a hurry. Discontinued Lone Wolf Harsey D2 Double Action Auto Hidden Button Auto Release or Manual Opening This was considered one of the BEST Double Action (Manual or Auto) Side Openers Made. The blade has shown good edge holding and stain resistance while I've had it. I don't know what the precise Rockwell hardness of the S30V used for the blade is. Coltello LONE WOLF HARSEY T1 Tactical Folder Knife. Lone Wolf Knives are known for their intricate detailing work and innovative design. LONE WOLF HARSEY T3 CPM- S30V TACTICAL KNIFE WILLIAM LC14700 . Their knives are built to specifications that will please all outdoorsmen, be they rangers, hunters, trappers or fishermen. The liner lock is my personal favorite style of folding knife lock. Unfortunately that company is no longer around, so this knife is not being made anymore. C $626.65. The Bead blasted finish is satisfyingly low friction which also helps with cooking tasks, Though to be perfectly honest, my Ulus are better pizza cutters, but I was having fun. Straight up, great shape and ergos, and excellent performance. Of course having that assortment of nice knives means that most non-kitchen knives feel deficient to me in the kitchen. As I indicated above, the bead-blasted finish is not my absolute favorite finish, but it is fine. Knives. 25 watchers. The follow up review for this knife is finished, you can find it HERE . CPM-S30V stainless drop point blade with bead blast finish and ambidextrous thumb studs. Aside from the knife’s pivot, blade, and stop pin, this folding knife is made from 100% 6AL-4V titanium. Model LC22020. Not so the T2. I also appreciate the un-swedged drop point when I want to choke way up to do fine work with the point. I do prefer the bead-blast finish to a blade coating for ease of slicing. United States Army Special Operations Command, "William W. 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The full flat grind makes slicing vegetables of various textures easy. C $626.84. Petzal, David E., Field and Stream, "11th Annual Best of the Best Awards", September 2008, pages 84–102. One of the things about the way that the blade is designed that amplifies the versatility of the knife is the the angle that the blade sits at in relation to the handle, and the fact that the knife is not a flipper. The Lone Wolf Harsey T2 Ranger is an extremely attractive, full-sized tactical folder. We request your assistance dealing with this as we do not want to see the site shut down due to violent threats. Save lone wolf knife to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. He is best known for his collaboration projects with various knife companies. I have found the T2 to be very good for fine tasks like cutting stencils and trimming masking tape. “I’m not too worried about convention. Designers like Bob Loveless, Bill Harsey, Marriage is Finally Legal For All Americans. Blade Length: 4.8 in. or Best Offer +C $32.99 shipping. Length Closed: 5.9 in. If you want the TL;DR version:  This knife is close to ideal for me. Lone Wolf Paul® Executive Gentlemans Folder 2.5" Blade G10 mint in box knife ... LONE WOLF HARSEY T3 CPM- S30V TACTICAL KNIFE WILLIAM LC14700 . Harsey specialized in tactical knives, having designed the Yarborough knife issued to graduates of the U.S. Army’s Green Beret course. The bead-blast is aesthetically pleasing, though as I said, when I messed up while sharpening my knife the scratches were very obvious. In a perfect world, I would probably prefer a stone-washed finish on this knife, but I am happy with the bead-blast. The Lone Wolf T2 was designed by renowned custom knifemaker Bill Harsey, and put into production by Lone Wolf Knives in the mid-Oughts. Winning bid: US $355.50. Overall Length: 10.7 in. LWLC22100: Lone Wolf Harsey T3 Tactical Folder 4.8" S30V Blade Black Handle. Great review! Harsey was born into a logging family in Oregon in 1955. This particular one that I reviewed is a custom version that I bought from Spartan Blades. Comes with original box. This knife has proven to be the most versatile knife I have ever owned. After having the knife for about half a year I find that I am able to resist the urge to use the T2 for everything a little bit more, but I still find myself using it simply for the pleasure of using the T2. Photos not available for this variation. These knives are truly examples of the art of knife making. Pre-Owned. This Harsey T2 Tactical by Lone Wolf Knives features a bead blasted spear point blade with notched thumbrest and dual thumbstuds. The Center Gnome, a blog about: Politics, archaeology, demographics, statistics, guns, knives, hunting, religion, and anything else that interests me. It even works well as a whittling knife. Harsey D2 DA Folder with the Black Kraton Handle and the Plain Edged S30V Blade, Model LC14920, Made in USA. The whole nine-yards. Since I got the T2 I have not run into any emergencies, but I feel prepared when I have it. My only complaint would be that, as with S35VN, I have a harder time sharpening S30V than I do with less fancy steels. The lockup is early enough that I am confident that there will be many years of life in the lock. Developed with the help of professional sportsmen, Lone Wolf Knives are meant for heavy use in the wilderness. Filter By. This gives your fingers a little ore room when working on a table or cutting board, which is part of what makes this knife such a pleasure to use. The handle of the T2 is the most comfortable handle of any knife I own, including fixed blades. + Update your shipping location 7 S 0 P O N S O A R P A 7 E E D-1-1 U J-1 0 F J-1-1. [2] Even so, he is best known for his collaboration projects, in which he serves as knife designer for various knife companies. Includes box and paperwork. Benchmade purchased Lone Wolf and any plans to re-release this model never materialized. Each of their knives is tested out in the field and guaranteed by Lone Wolf's FieldSharp service program, which entitles you to send your knife in … Only a few short years after its conception, the honor of the Yarborough Knife has now become almost as large of a part of the heritage and tradition of Special Forces as the Green Beret, and has been shared with a small number of dignitaries such as President George W. The T2, with it’s 3.9” S30V blade, was a little brother to the T3 which featured a 4.8” spear point blade. He designs and crafts one-of-a-kind folding and fixed blade knives. The Harsey Tactical with Desert Camouflage is built at the Lone Wolf factory in Portland Oregon USA and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. But most people who carry a knife do end up finding that there are a lot of other times that pop up more occasionally where a solid and versatile knife is useful. I cannot stress enough just how overwhelmingly thrilled I am with the blade on this knife. [3], Harsey collaborated with Colonel Rex Applegate to design Gerber's Applegate-Fairbairn line. These awards include: 1996 International Blade Show, “American Made Knife of the Year” Award: “Applegate-Fairbarn Combat Folder” Ended: Nov 08, 2020 , 6:30PM. [6], One of Harsey's most significant designs was that of the Yarborough Knife, which is named after Lt. Gen. William P. Yarborough, known as the "father of modern Special Forces.". [4] He worked with Chief James Watson to design Gerber's Watson/Harvey Silver Trident and worked with Chris Reeve and Matt Larsen to design the LHR Combat Knife. Pre-Owned. The same features that make super-steels better performing also make them harder to sharpen. Black fiberglass filled … Size, shape, geometry, jimping, everything. The T2 has proven to be such a pleasure to use that I find myself using it even when I have knives available that are better suited for certain tasks, like cooking. And now it's mine. Unfortunately Lone Wolf went … The honor of receiving a Yarborough knife is akin in terms of status and ceremony to the donning of the green beret. Flipper knives have a projecting piece of metal that serves as a finger guard, but in my experience those projections can also make it a little harder to use in the kitchen or for tasks where it is helpful to be able to bring more of the blade horizontal to the cutting surface. Unfortunately that company is no longer around, so this knife is not being made anymore. Condition: New. Chances are good that if you live in a city or town that your pocket knife is mostly going to get used to open boxes and envelopes, and boxes and envelopes don't really require anything special out of a folding knife. Bill Harsey Jr. is an award-winning American knifemaker. It handles kitchen work amazingly well for a folding knife. I just bought a new knife, a Fantoni HB 02. I finally got it! Up for auction is a Pre-Benchmade Lone Wolf Knives Harsey designed T3 tactical folding knife. Coltello LONE WOLF HARSEY T1 Tactical Folder Knife. I almost immediately found myself using the T2 in the kitchen more than any of my other folders, and for this review I went ahead and used the T2 as my only knife for making a meal.