"Master of the Forge "
William F. Moran Jr. and His Classic Blades
by B. R. Hughes and C. Houston Price
Now, for the first time,
a full-color, hardcover book about the world's premier bladesmith, Bill
Moran, and his classic blades. Knives made by Moran are rarely found
for sale and are such highly valued collectibles, that many of us could
never own one. The next best thing is owning this coffee table book
featuring his hand-forged creations in full color. Destined to be a
collectible in itself, this book features the story of Moran's half
century as a bladesmith, as well as the founding and growth of the American
Bladesmith Society. This beautiful coffee table book pictures more Moran
knives than have ever before been shown in print - more than 200 photographs,
most printed in full color. Knife photo sections include Bowies, Classic
Daggers, Combat Knives,Camp Knives, Utility Knives, Folders and miscellaneous
treasures from the famous forge. The knife photographs are accompanied
by descriptions as well as Moran's own comments about each collectible
piece. Also included are some early photos of Bill and Margaret Moran.
This work has been published in a limited printing of 2400 hard cover
Collector Editions and 100 Premier Editions bound with genuine leather.
(The Premier Edition sold out the week of publication!) $85.00
No reprints will be done; all plates have been destroyed.
No reprints will be done; all plates have been destroyed.
