••• KNIFE WORLD ONLINE NEWSLETTER #71 •••

• SUMMER SALE on overstocked titles AMERICAN PREMIUM GUIDE TO KNIVES AND RAZORS 6th Edition MORAN 50 YRS ANNIVERSARY KNIVES by Beaucant ...plus some damaged book specials!

• NEW! " JAMES B LILE, THE ARKANSAS KNIFESMITH " by Jack Lucarelli and John Henry Hill Jr.

• SPECIAL OFFERING! " MODERN CUSTOM KNIVES, THE GREAT COLLECTIONS " • by David Darom

• " OFFICIAL PRICE GUIDE TO COLLECTOR KNIVES 15th Edition " by C. Houston Price and Mark D. Zalesky

• OTHER BOOK NEWS

• OUT OF PRINT BOOKS

• Highlights from the AUGUST issue of "KNIFE WORLD"

• The editor's Miscellaneous Ramblings

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__________________________________________________________________ • SUMMER SALE • on selected OVERSTOCKED and DAMAGED BOOKS __________________________________________________________________

OVERSTOCKS:

With a new SARGENT'S book on the horizon, we're overstocked -- so here's your chance to buy what many think is the best available book on older Case, Queen, and Remington knives. The modern Remington Bullet series is also covered. (Note: despite the title, we don't recommend this edition to razor collectors.) AMERICAN PREMIUM GUIDE TO KNIVES AND RAZORS 6th Edition Softcover, 504 pp. $24.95 regular price -- SALE PRICE only $18.95 to order: http://www.knifeworld.com/ampremguidto.html

MORAN 50 YRS ANNIVERSARY KNIVES by Beaucant This interesting book illustrates every knife that Bill Moran made between his 50th and 60th years as a knifemaker. It's not a complete history like "MASTER OF THE FORGE", but it's a nice sampling of a master's work after a half-century of evolution and refinement. Essential for all fans of Bill Moran and his designs. Softcover, 108 pp. $20.00 regular price -- SALE PRICE only $14.95 to order: http://www.knifeworld.com/mor50yearank.html

DAMAGED BOOKS:

*LIMITED QUANTITIES available: please phone (1-800-828-7751) or email us (knifepub@knifeworld.com) to order damaged books. These cannot be ordered through our website.

MASTER OF THE FORGE: WILLIAM F. MORAN JR. AND HIS CLASSIC BLADES by B.R. Hughes and C. Houston Price. The definitive book on the father of modern bladesmithing and the masterful work he produced for decades. The few damaged copies on hand have a slight musty smell and just need to be aired out for a while. Hardcover, 216 pp., printed in the U.S.A. $85.00 regular price -- DAMAGED COPY PRICE $65.00 A detailed description and sample photos from the book can be found at http://www.knifeworld.com/moranbook.html

THE MILITARY KNIFE AND BAYONET by HOMER BRETT This superbly done book covers examples from over 70 countries and includes many previously unidentified examples, all in full color. "Damaged" copies have bent corners and/or slightly scuffed covers, the contents are perfect. Hardcover, 392 pp. $69.95 regular price -- DAMAGED COPY PRICE $49.95 book information: http://www.knifeworld.com/milknifandba.html

MILITARY KNIVES: A REFERENCE BOOK by TRZASKA, SILVEY, et al. Our collection of 67 KNIFE WORLD articles on U.S., British, and Allied Forces military knives has become a required reference for military knife collectors. We have a few "damaged" copies here with covers that have small tears or got slightly damp -- the contents are perfect. Softcover, 256 pp. $19.95 regular price -- DAMAGED COPY PRICE $15.95 book information: http://www.knifeworld.com/milknivrefbo.html

HOW TO SCRIMSHAW AND CARVE IVORY This inexpensive introduction to scrimshaw and carving on ivory and similar materials has been a staple of our book offerings for almost 30 years. The "damaged" copies we have are just not up to our printing standards, particularly with regard to the cover illustration. Still a perfectly useful guide, so here's your chance to save a few bucks. Softcover, 45 pp. $6.95 regular price -- DAMAGED COPY PRICE $3.95 book information: http://www.knifeworld.com/scrimshaw.html

STANDARD GUIDE TO RAZORS by STEWART and RITCHIE The ONLY in-print book published strictly for straight razor collectors. We have just a few "damaged" copies with printing errors - a few pages are missing or printed twice. This DOES affect the book's content, but if your interest in razors is more casual than serious, they should be sufficient for your needs. Softcover, 256 pp. $12.95 regular price -- DAMAGED COPY PRICE $3.95 book information: http://www.knifeworld.com/stanguidtora.html

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__________________________________________________________________ • " JAMES B. LILE: THE ARKANSAS KNIFESMITH " • "Knifemaker to the World" • by Jack Lucarelli and John Henry Hill Jr. • authorized by Marilyn Lile Miller __________________________________________________________________

James B. "Jimmy" Lile (1934-1991), "The Arkansas Knifesmith," was a true pioneer in the field of handmade knives. Jimmy's vast influence on the field is evident in his status as a member of both the Cutlery Hall of Fame and the Bladesmith Hall of Fame, as well as the degree to which his knives are sought after by today's collectors. Jimmy designed and made the First Blood and “Rambo - The Mission” knives for Sylvester Stallone and presented many of his handmade custom knives to Presidents, dignitaries, celebrities and high-ranking military officers.

For the past five years the authors have compiled Lile knife photos, technical data, anecdotes, personal photographs and info about Jimmy Lile with the assistance and approval of Jimmy's widow Marilyn Lile Miller. That effort has resulted in this massive new volume, with gorgeous knife photography, personal photos, historical clippings and detailed collector information such as production quantities.

Hardcover, 536 pp. with 80 pages in full color. (Weighs over 6 pounds!) $129.95. Published and printed in the good old U.S.A.

http://www.knifeworld.com/lilebook.html

__________________________________________________________________ • " MODERN CUSTOM KNIVES: THE GREAT COLLECTIONS " • by David Darom __________________________________________________________________

The fourth volume on the art of contemporary custom knives by author David Darom highlights nineteen major private art knife collections from Europe and the USA, illustrating in glorious color over 650 high-end art knife treasures, many of which have never before been photographed.

The finest knives by the world's best makers, fantastic photography, and detailed descriptions for each knife combine to make this a valuable volume for all art lovers and fans of fine handmade knives.

*** Only 3 left! When they're gone, they're gone! ***

Hardcover, 288 pp., full color throughout. $65.00 http://www.knifeworld.com/greatcollections.html

__________________________________________________________________ • " OFFICIAL PRICE GUIDE TO COLLECTOR KNIVES 15th Ed." • by C. Houston Price and Mark D. Zalesky __________________________________________________________________

This general price guide and reference book has been serving collectors since its first edition in 1976. The 15th edition has been completely revised and contains 50 additional pages of information, with hundreds of new illustrations and fully updated prices throughout.

Among the new additions are: • A completely new, detailed guide to folding and fixed blade patterns, blade shapes, and construction • Identification of vintage brands that have been reproduced or reissued • An expanded guide to W.R. Case & Sons knives, including detailed coverage of 1980s “Lightning-S” models

Nearly every section of the book has been revised, from the history of knives and knife collecting to collecting specialties, to the Knife Brands of the World such as Buck, Camillus, Case, Imperial, Puma, Queen, Hen & Rooster, Remington, Schrade, and Western.

Softcover, 560 pp., $21.95 http://www.knifeworld.com/ofpricguidto.html

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• OUT OF PRINT BOOK LIST - Just Updated! ________________________________________________________

Hard-to-find cutlery books keep coming in, while others are moving out -- as always! Check out the complete list online, there are dozens of titles available, and our prices are usually lower than the used-book dealers' prices!

most older editions of KNIVES '81 - 2008 JOHN GOINS' two earliest books, from 1972 and 1979 A SURE DEFENCE, THE BOWIE KNIFE BOOK by Ken Burton CASE, THE FIRST 100 YEARS by Giles THE CUSTOM KNIFE II by Bates & Schippers (folders only, from 1974!!) KNIEFCRAFT by SID LATHAM (excellent, very scarce book on knifemaking) THE TACTICAL FOLDING KNIFE by TERZUOLA (rarely seen these days)

To view our COMPLETE list (with prices), visit: http://www.knifeworld.com/outofprdabo.html

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• OTHER BOOK NEWS ________________________________________________

*** COMING SOON!! ***

We will have each of these books in stock as soon as they are published:

THE LONDON KNIFE BOOK, AN A-Z GUIDE TO LONDON CUTLERS 1820-1945 by RON FLOOK -- This 240 page book will be loaded with superb color photos and a great deal of information on London knife makers and their dates of operation. $87.50. Available in August!

POCKET FRUIT KNIVES, A SYNOPSIS OF THEIR HISTORY FROM THE UK, FRANCE, NORTHERN EUROPE AND THE USA. by SIMON MOORE – the first detailed book on folding fruit knives by the world's leading authority. 256 pp. with over 600 images, nearly all in color. $87.50. In publication now, available in August!

KNIVES 2009 edited by JOE KERTZMAN – available in September/October Softcover, 312 pp., full color. List Price: $27.99 (we'll have an "earlybird special" sale, as usual)

SARGENT'S 7th Edition AMERICAN PREMIUM GUIDE TO KNIVES & RAZORS – available in September/October. Softcover, 504 pp. $27.99

*** GOING SOON!! ***

KNIVES 2008 -- we still have several copies left for those who have waited. But don't wait much longer, the publisher hasn't remaindered these for years! http://www.knifeworld.com/knives2008.html

THE M3 TRENCH KNIFE OF WORLD WAR II -- superb little book, few left. http://www.knifeworld.com/um3trknofwow.html

OVB - HIBBARD SPENCER BARTLETT (1933 catalog reprint) Getting down to the last of these as well -- act soon! http://www.knifeworld.com/ovbhibspenba.html

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• KNIFE WORLD BOOKS ________________________________________________

KNIFE WORLD BOOKS has existed since 1977 simply because we have the best selection and service around. We know our knife books! If you're seeking out an elusive volume, or know what info you want but not which book it's in, we can help. And if you don't see the answer on our website, just email (knifepub@knifeworld.com) or call (865-397-1955). We're here to help!

OUR BOOK CATEGORIES:

Collectible Knives (two pages' worth!) Collectible Razors Military/Fighting Knives Bowie Knives Custom Knives Knives '81 - Knives 2008 annuals Knifemaking & How-to Knife Throwing Scrimshaw Knife Sharpening & Use Out of Print Books

ALL to be found at: http://www.knifeworld.com/featuredbooks.html

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• in the mail now - the AUGUST 2008 issue of "KNIFE WORLD" ____________________________________________________________

AUGUST'S KNIFE WORLD contains the following articles:

... "THE LOCK BLADE KNIFE" by JOE SEALE Locking blade knives have always been a collectors favorite, and in this article our longtime correspondent reveals a variety of well known and little known historic lockblade knives. Mark Nagle's photos will make you drool, too!

... "THE HUMBLE HIGONOKAMI KNIFE" by DAVID JUNG This clever little Japanese folding knife design has rarely, if ever, been previously documented in English knife publications. The story of its origins and fall from popularity is interesting indeed, and we hope that it's the first of many KNIFE WORLD contributions from Mr. Jung.

... "A BUNCH OF BLADES" by RICHARD WHITE The author discovers a boxful of century-old Wester Bros. blades that provoke at least as many questions as answers.

... "THE FIRST A.B.S. YOUTH HAMMER-IN" by Knife World Staff This hammer-in for youth under the age of 21 was a great success, with participants coming to Tennessee from as far away as Florida and Iowa. If your child missed it, don't worry -- I'd expect many more opportunities in the future...

... "DRUNK IN A WHEELBARROW, AND OTHER TALES OF EARLY KNIFE MAKERS" by JANANN GILES. A look at America's early cutlery workers and the companies they worked for, based on interviews conducted in the late 1930s. Fascinating stuff!

... "THE LITTLE ELOSI" by NEAL PUNCHARD A 1950s German-made automatic knife of interesting design, which fell victim to poor timing.

... lots to report in "KNIFE NEWS"...

"SULLIVAN'S HOLSTER SHOP DESTROYED BY FIRE" -- Randall's sheathmaker suffers a major loss.

"AKTI EFFORT SUCCESSFUL IN CHANGING SOUTH CAROLINA ANTI-KNIFE LAWS" -- until this effort, knives with blades longer than 2" could put their owners at risk in SC. Hats off to AKTI for their latest success.

"BUCK'S NEW 'FIRST SHOP' LIMITED EDITION BOWIE" -- a collectors item with a piece of Buck history in it -- so to speak.

"HALLMARK CUTLERY PRESENTS NEW KISSING CRANE LOCKBACK WHITTLER" -- A lockback whittler with an MSRP of - get this - $39.99!

And what about ARTISTRY IN KNIVES, our full color centerspread dedicated to handmade knives? The latest issue features LYLE BRUCKHORST, CRAIG BRASCHLER, CLIFF POLK, SHANE TAYLOR, MIKE ALSDORF, JOHN W. SMITH, RAYMOND SMITH, KEN LINTON, JERRY FISK, and BURT FOSTER, who served as an instructor at the recent A.B.S. Youth Hammer-In conducted in Sevierville, TN. Be sure to check out the full story on that event.

As always, between the covers you'll find:

BERNARD LEVINE's WHUT IZZIT (our question-and-answer section) IRONS IN THE FIRE (the editor's monthly soapbox) LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS (wanted, for sale, and miscellaneous) CLUB CORNER (the ONLY current & complete list of knife clubs in print) EVENTS CALENDAR (covering all knife shows, hammer-ins, & other events)

KNIFE WORLD truly is the ONLY publication covering the WORLD of KNIVES. We're so sure you'll love it that we offer a free trial, so you can see for yourself!

http://www.knifeworld.com/knifwormag.htm

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• MISCELLANEOUS RAMBLINGS ________________________________________________



Mark D. Zalesky Editor, KNIFE WORLD knifepub@knifeworld.com

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