Bootknives

Compact, clean designs in twisted Damascus.

Bootknife - hand-forged by Dave Ellis, ABS Mastersmith — **Bootknife** Composite blade of two twisted Damascus billets; twist Damascus guard; stabilized black ash grip. Sold for $700. Photo: Weyer of Toledo.

Mastersmith Bootknife - hand-forged by Dave Ellis, ABS Mastersmith — **Mastersmith Bootknife** Damascus blade and ferrule; oosic grip with burl buttcap and decorative pin. Sold for $650. Photo: Weyer of Toledo.

5″ Boot Knife Pair - hand-forged by Dave Ellis, ABS Mastersmith — **5″ Boot Knife Pair** 60-layer double-edged twisted Damascus; ivory handle above, maple handle below. Photo: Knife Magazine.

These pieces are in private collections - but Ellis knives do resurface on the market. Interested in owning one? Here's where to look, or browse other makers' work at Exquisite Knives.