Ken C. Largin – Bodacious Blades https://bodaciousblades.com Bodacious Blades for Sale Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:33:50 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://bodaciousblades.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cropped-BodaciousBladesSM-32x32.png Ken C. Largin – Bodacious Blades https://bodaciousblades.com 32 32 Kelgin- Ken Largin Tanto https://bodaciousblades.com/product/kelgin-ken-largin-tanto/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:24:47 +0000 https://bodaciousblades.com/?post_type=product&p=7897 Custom Kelgin "American Tanto" Fixed Blade – by Ken Largin

A masterful blend of tactical geometry and custom craftsmanship.

This custom fixed blade is a standout piece from the workshop of renowned maker Ken Largin (Kelgin Knives). Known for his "working-class custom" philosophy, Largin’s blades have been favored by everyone from outdoor enthusiasts to high-ranking military officials.

The Blade

Crafted with a classic American Tanto profile, this blade is designed for maximum piercing strength and tip durability. The primary edge features a clean, hollow grind for precision cutting, while the reinforced tip is built for heavy-duty tasks. The spine is finished with custom file-work (jimping), providing an aesthetic flair and a secure thumb-rest for high-pressure cuts.

The Handle & Hilt

The knife features a full-tang construction for ultimate structural integrity. It is elegantly balanced with a polished brass bolster that will develop a beautiful natural patina over time. The handle scales are crafted from a [Choose one: Stabilized Hardwood / Dark Micarta], secured with stainless steel pins, and contoured for a comfortable, ergonomic grip.

]]> Custom Kelgin "American Tanto" Fixed Blade – by Ken Largin

A masterful blend of tactical geometry and custom craftsmanship.

This custom fixed blade is a standout piece from the workshop of renowned maker Ken Largin (Kelgin Knives). Known for his "working-class custom" philosophy, Largin’s blades have been favored by everyone from outdoor enthusiasts to high-ranking military officials.

The Blade

Crafted with a classic American Tanto profile, this blade is designed for maximum piercing strength and tip durability. The primary edge features a clean, hollow grind for precision cutting, while the reinforced tip is built for heavy-duty tasks. The spine is finished with custom file-work (jimping), providing an aesthetic flair and a secure thumb-rest for high-pressure cuts.

The Handle & Hilt

The knife features a full-tang construction for ultimate structural integrity. It is elegantly balanced with a polished brass bolster that will develop a beautiful natural patina over time. The handle scales are crafted from a [Choose one: Stabilized Hardwood / Dark Micarta], secured with stainless steel pins, and contoured for a comfortable, ergonomic grip.

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  • Blade Material: Pattern-welded Damascus steel. The visible "waves" or "water" pattern are created by layering different types of steel (typically high-carbon and nickel-based steels), folding them, and then etching the blade in acid to reveal the layers.

  • Handle: A tapered natural antler (stag) handle. It features a polished crown/butt and what appears to be a brass bolster and spacer (possibly with a blue fiber or plastic accent ring).

  • Markings: The blade is stamped "KELGIN" at the ricasso (the flat part of the blade near the handle), which is the standard maker's mark for Largin.

  • Sheath: A custom buckskin/leather sheath with a primitive or Native American-inspired design, including beaded fringe. This style of sheath is very characteristic of the "frontier" look that many Kelgin collectors look for.

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    3″ Blade

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