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Matched Integral Set by Sam Lurquin, MS

Discussion in 'Custom & Handmade Knives' started by RogerP, Feb 21, 2021.

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  1. Feb 21, 2021 #1
    RogerP

    RogerP Gold Member Gold Member

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    Feb 28, 2002
    Greetings all,

    My knife purchases these days are fewer and further between, but this was something of a special order. My daughter is a big fan of Sam's work, and like others who have had the privelege of meeting Sam in person, she's a big fan of Sam himself. So as a surprise high school graduation gift, I ordered a father / daughter matched set.

    The big knife (spoiler alert - that one's mine ;) ) is Sam's extremely terrible Subhilt Tsavo in damascus and ironwood. The small intergal is hers. Both knives are absolutely stunning. Jeremy Guillaume was tasked to create the sheaths, and hit it out of the park as he always does. Love the fossil walrus frog studs.

    Working with Sam, Jeremy and Coop was an absolute pleasure - and a reminder that the best thing about the custom knife world is the people. But the most enjoyable part of the process was presenting my daughter with her gift - she had no idea it was coming and it couldn't have been more well-received. An absolute ray of joy in these less than joyful times.

    My thanks to all.

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  2. Feb 21, 2021 #2
    JParanee

    JParanee Gold Member Gold Member

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    Well done and beautiful my friend

    Congrats
     
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  3. Feb 21, 2021 #3
    Richard338

    Richard338 Gold Member Gold Member

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    May 3, 2005
    Fantastic, congrats! This is great food for thought, my daughter's graduation is coming up in a few years...
     
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  4. Feb 21, 2021 #4
    lhzeng

    lhzeng

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    Nice set. Sam did a great job.
     
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  5. Feb 21, 2021 #5
    SharpByCoop

    SharpByCoop Enjoying the discussions Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    When I heard your news it simply made me HAPPY! :) The pleasure is always mine.

    Sam is MOST talented and gracious. He deserves every gram of praise. :thumbsup:
     
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  6. Feb 21, 2021 #6
    betzner

    betzner CenCal Coast Platinum Member

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    Jan 23, 2007
    An absolutely gorgeous set, Roger. They are both so wonderful that it would be difficult for me to say which I covet more ;)
     
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  7. Feb 21, 2021 #7
    Bigfattyt

    Bigfattyt

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    Jun 23, 2007
    Amazing set.

    My graduation present was luggage, if I remember correctly.....


    Your daughter is lucky to have a dad like you!
     
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  8. Feb 21, 2021 #8
    Matthew Gregory

    Matthew Gregory Chief Executive in charge of Entertainment

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    Oh my god I so wish I hadn't opened this thread.

    Emily is all grown up!!!!!


    That means I'm old! ;)


    Awesome project made by an awesome maker, for a pair of awesome people. Congrats to both of you!
     
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  9. Feb 21, 2021 #9
    billf

    billf Platinum Member Platinum Member

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    Oct 9, 2003
    Big thumbs up - and good to see you around, even if it's only occasionally !

    The kids really Do grow up so quick...


    I don't even want to say how old MY kids are now ...because that would mean that Dad is OLD :D

    Bill
     
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  10. Feb 21, 2021 #10
    billf

    billf Platinum Member Platinum Member

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    I'd say that knife would make up for what was probably a (COVID) weird Senior year....
     
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  11. Feb 21, 2021 #11
    braillediver

    braillediver Gold Member Gold Member

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    Beautiful all around. What a fantastic Graduation Gift.

    Congratulations to both of you.
     
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  12. Feb 22, 2021 #12
    Dawkind

    Dawkind Platinum Member Platinum Member

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    Absolutely FABULOUS my friend...MANY congratulations!!!:cool:
     
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  13. Feb 22, 2021 #13
    Win Heger

    Win Heger Gold Member Gold Member

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    Feb 29, 2000
    Spectacular, Roger, congratulations!!
     
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  14. Feb 22, 2021 #14
    paneraica

    paneraica

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    Mar 4, 2011
    beautiful set Roger and a great graduation gift for your daughter

    DON
     
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  15. Feb 22, 2021 #15
    john april

    john april KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    both really awesome :thumbsup:
     
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  16. Feb 22, 2021 #16
    RogerP

    RogerP Gold Member Gold Member

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    Thanks very much folks - and great to see so many old friends chime in.

    Matt, Bill – yeah man, just yesterday she was half way through grade school and now she's in university. You can't blink.
     
  17. Feb 22, 2021 #17
    herdbull

    herdbull Gold Member Gold Member

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    Jan 30, 2018
    Beautiful knives and a lovely Daughter, you are a lucky man!
     
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  18. Feb 23, 2021 #18
    Tin

    Tin

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    Awesome knives, but even more awesome father!
     
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  19. Feb 24, 2021 #19
    Stumpy

    Stumpy Gold Member Gold Member

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    Mar 27, 2001
    Roger what a beautiful set and a great story. I had to twist my daughter's arm just to carry a Sak.:D
     
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  20. Feb 27, 2021 #20
    i4Marc

    i4Marc

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    Fantastic set and a great story. The handle on the Tsavo is gorgeous. The drama in the wood grain, the swell of the butt and the angle of the subhilt are incredible.
     
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