Keegan Wilder fundraiser auction lucky #13 Custom made Wazukie knife

[jackelope]

We are rolling out auction #13 for Keegan.  Keep on pulling together for this kid and his family and let's do what we can to lighten their load a little. All of you have done an amazing job of helping these folks through a tough time.

If you haven't heard Keegan's story, here is a bit of background from Karl Blanchard

 "Keegan Wilder is not your typical 7th grader.  He's a hardened mountain mule deer hunter.  Though he's a little small in stature,  he has the heart of a lion and is just as fierce!  He had been feeling a faint pain for a few months but nothing that would have caused concern.  Almost felt like a pulled muscle.  He asked to be taken into the urgent care because he was having a hard time breathing without any pain.  He was immediately referred to Seattle Children's where the family was given the devasting news after several blood tests, xray, and ultrasounds that he indeed had cancer.  The mass is quite large behind his rib cage growing towards his lung.  He had surgery within one day where they biopsied the mass to determine the exact kind of cancer (so they know what appropriate treatment to provide for that type of cancer) and also placed a port for his chemotherapy.

He recently had to have his port moved which involved a second surgery.  He is having a difficult time keeping weight on so a feeding tube has been placed to help him get the calories he needs. 

Keegan is the toughest kid you will ever meet.  From the age of 5 he has been chasing his dad and I into some of the toughest mule deer country the west has to offer.  His first deer at age 10 was over 7 miles into the Idaho backcountry.  Even though he is on round 5 of chemo and very weak, he is always smiling. 

Keegan and family still have a tough road ahead of them and can use our support.  Life can be so cruel and no child should ever have to go through what Keegan has.  Let's help make this dark time a little brighter."

Our longtime member Wazukie has donated a not yet created custom knife that he will make specifically for the winner of this auction. Here's a few photos of other knives he has created in the past. Can't wait to see what he comes up with.

Bidding will start now and run until Wednesday 1/10/18 at 6pm. Winning bid will be id'd by the forum time stamp.

Happy bidding and good luck!!

@Wazukie
@Karl Blanchard

[jackelope]

Let's start this one off now!!

[Ghost Hunter]

$150

[asmith]

200

[jackelope]

200

Right on, guys...thank you!

[JKEEN33]

250.00

[jackelope]

250.00

You need a new one!!

[Rainier10]

$300

[Ieatelk]

$400

[jackelope]

$300

$400

Oh boy...

[Rainier10]

$300

$400

Oh boy...

Only deals in C notes I guess. 

Solid bid for a great cause, way to go Ieatelk. 

[Ieatelk]

Oh sorry guys my bad didn't notice...we can go back to $50 increments if you want.....got excited!!

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[Boss .300 winmag]

These are great knifes, the one in the second pic just happens to be my sons. 

[jackelope]

I just got mine in the mail from the other Wazukie knife auction.  Super impressed with the quality of it.  Definitely has the cool factor.

[jackelope]

Oh sorry guys my bad didn't notice...we can go back to $50 increments if you want.....got excited!!

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I talked it over with management and we decided we’ll go ahead and let it slide this time!!

[shootem]

$450

[Dan-o]

Nice!

[Rainier10]

$450

[coachcw]

$450

well done

[Karl Blanchard]

$450

well done

 

[pianoman9701]

These are great knifes, the one in the second pic just happens to be my sons. 

The first one Butch made for my brother's 60th birthday four years ago (my brother forgot my 60th this year, the bum!). He made a slightly smaller, matching knife for me. It's always at my side. These are not only great tools but also collector pieces. Without a doubt, I can say I'll have this knife until my last day on the sphere.

[jackelope]

Last day bump!!

[jackelope]

About an hour remaining....who's up?

[Ieatelk]

$500

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[jackelope]

$500

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Winner winner chicken dinner.

Ieatelk...you’ve gone well above and beyond the call in these auctions. Thank you.

[Pinetar]

$500

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Winner winner chicken dinner.

Ieatelk...you’ve gone well above and beyond the call in these auctions. Thank you.

Yes he has! Ieatelk you are the man!

[Ieatelk]

I'm happy to help. I really like how the hunt-wa community comes together when we need each other the most. Thank you

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[Wazukie]

Just wanted to give an update on this knife.  Ieatelk and I have been collaborating on the design and etching.  The pics don't do justice but I am confident that he will be pleased with the final results.  It takes me some time to accomplish tasks these days, but it is coming along.  The handle material is being done today.
 

[shootem]

Beautiful.

[jackelope]

Oh man, that is nice. Can't wait to see the finished product.  Great work.

[Wazukie]

Well, it took me a long time, as it seems to do these days, but it is done and will be mailed out tomorrow.

[WildlifeAssassin]

Beautiful knife, I'm jealous.

[carpsniperg2]

Beautiful as always.

[jackelope]

Well, it took me a long time, as it seems to do these days, but it is done and will be mailed out tomorrow.

Beautiful work, Wazukie. Thank you!

[boneaddict]

Incredible workmanship.

[Karl Blanchard]

Amazing sir!

[Dan-o]

Love how you put your talent to work for good causes.

Simply beautiful.

[Ieatelk]

I recieved the knife yesterday and it is an  absolutely beautiful knife. I love it....something I can pass down to my children....Thank you!

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[pianoman9701]

I wish i were able to bid. I bought one from Butch for my brother's 60th (the 1st one pictured), and he's thrilled with it. My matching knife is awesome.