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Title: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: boneaddict on June 18, 2013, 09:03:45 AM: Amongst the fund raising activities, an idea was brewing in my head. Instead of just money being given to the family of Aaron, I wanted some sort of thank you, momento, heirloom, for the family, especially the kids when they get older, to let them know how much their Fathers sacrifice meant to us. Money is spent, memories fade. In the middle of it all, one of our sponsors was going to donate one of his pieces for auction. I have purchased a working blade from this artisan, and it is fantastic. I contacted him and let him in on what I was thinking. He was 100% gung-ho on the idea. This wasn't going to be any piece from his collection of work. Custom isn't really the right word for this. Work of art is a better description. He went to work on a set and it will be featured here shortly as soon as we come up with some photos. Part of my idea was I wanted it to be presented in some sort of a case with an engraving on it. The following is the engraving I had made for it. Rainshadow, then talked to another artisan to make a custom display case. It is all in the works at the moment. Most of the materials and so far all of the labor has been donated for this by these craftsmen. If you are ever in the need of an awesome blade or some work done, don't hesitate to do business with these men.

It took me awhile to come up with the right words for this. I know they fall short of how I feel or how we all feel for this family and this man. God Bless them.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv47%2Fboneaddict%2Fbonesbucks%2Fengraving_zps99f3110d.jpg&hash=afbd5d75a16db0c2d7d822b0291ab0a519896122)
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: boneaddict on June 18, 2013, 09:07:49 AM: I am hoping Steve (Rainshadow) will come forward with better(more) pics and a description of what he used to make this beautiful knife. These are the only pics I have of it at this point. I can't wait for it to all come together. It will no doubt be one of my proudest moments in my life to present this to the family when it is finished on behalf of all the great PEOPLE on this site.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv47%2Fboneaddict%2Fbonesbucks%2FPICT0007_zps575e6e36.jpg&hash=2928895ad7c2e2c77f7e9221e607531921c79722)
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 18, 2013, 09:08:53 AM: Very cool.
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Post by: sven on June 18, 2013, 09:09:44 AM: boneaddict....that is so awesome........ :tup: :tup: :tup:
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Post by: Machias on June 18, 2013, 09:11:03 AM: Awesome!
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Post by: HTCS on June 18, 2013, 09:12:03 AM: Chills...very cool.
HTC
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Post by: C-Money on June 18, 2013, 09:14:17 AM: NICE! :tup:
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Post by: runamuk on June 18, 2013, 09:15:23 AM: Beautiful
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Post by: pendoreilleadventures on June 18, 2013, 09:17:47 AM: Awesome :tup:
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Post by: 92xj on June 18, 2013, 09:18:27 AM: Awesome work and effort. :tup:
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Post by: buckhorn2 on June 18, 2013, 09:18:54 AM: That is so awesome what a great tribute well done Bone.
Title: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: THunt on June 18, 2013, 09:19:10 AM: Very nice!
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Post by: PolarBear on June 18, 2013, 09:19:57 AM: Awesome!!!
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Post by: jackelope on June 18, 2013, 09:21:53 AM: Yeah buddy, that turned out fantastic.

Happy to see it.

Thanks to you guys!
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Post by: JJD on June 18, 2013, 09:27:01 AM: :tup:
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Post by: bearpaw on June 18, 2013, 09:32:52 AM: Your thoughts are "spot on", that is perfect to give to the family. :tup: :tup: :tup:
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Post by: h20hunter on June 18, 2013, 09:33:54 AM: Sure is pretty.
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: rainshadow1 on June 18, 2013, 10:01:37 AM: Knife is done as above, sheath is done (designed to display under the knife, matching bite reed elk call is built and almost done, wall hanging display case is underway... I will update photos in this thread as it gets finished and dry fittted before shipping to bone addict. Thanks for the opportunity, Doug.
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Post by: Gobble Doc on June 18, 2013, 11:11:07 AM: Whoa. Unbelievable. So well done.
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: boneaddict on June 18, 2013, 11:20:27 AM: For the knife, I think he used Elk, Bison, Musk Ox, Mallee Burl, Black carbon, Brass pins, D2 steel

I am fortunate enough to have a cocobolo knife of Steves. I have been saving for a mammoth tusk. One of these days.... I can't tell you how thrilled I was that he was willing to do this project for us.
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Post by: goosewhacker on June 18, 2013, 11:21:54 AM: Beautiful! What a great idea-thank you gentlemen for your contributions and efforts; I'm sure the family will greatly appreciate it!
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Post by: quadrafire on June 18, 2013, 11:27:15 AM: :tup:
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Post by: carpsniperg2 on June 18, 2013, 11:32:55 AM: Beautiful work of art.
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Post by: CedarPants on June 18, 2013, 11:38:04 AM: :tup:
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Post by: Skyvalhunter on June 18, 2013, 11:49:57 AM: That sure is a beauty!!
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Post by: 724wd on June 18, 2013, 12:52:26 PM: wonderful gesture. still gets me misty when i see Colock threads... :'(
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Post by: DOUBLELUNG on June 18, 2013, 01:48:56 PM: Awesome - megakudos to all involved
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Post by: deerhunter_98520 on June 18, 2013, 03:59:14 PM: That is awsome :tup:
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Post by: SniperDanWA on June 18, 2013, 07:49:33 PM: Well done gentlemen, well done. Bone, I would say speechless coes to mind, as I'm typing. :tup:
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Post by: bowhunterforever on June 19, 2013, 12:15:27 AM: Awsome :tup:
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: Smossy on June 19, 2013, 12:20:35 AM: Quote from: boneaddict on June 18, 2013, 09:03:45 AM
Amongst the fund raising activities, an idea was brewing in my head. Instead of just money being given to the family of Aaron, I wanted some sort of thank you, momento, heirloom, for the family, especially the kids when they get older, to let them know how much their Fathers sacrifice meant to us. Money is spent, memories fade. In the middle of it all, one of our sponsors was going to donate one of his pieces for auction. I have purchased a working blade from this artisan, and it is fantastic. I contacted him and let him in on what I was thinking. He was 100% gung-ho on the idea. This wasn't going to be any piece from his collection of work. Custom isn't really the right word for this. Work of art is a better description. He went to work on a set and it will be featured here shortly as soon as we come up with some photos. Part of my idea was I wanted it to be presented in some sort of a case with an engraving on it. The following is the engraving I had made for it. Rainshadow, then talked to another artisan to make a custom display case. It is all in the works at the moment. Most of the materials and so far all of the labor has been donated for this by these craftsmen. If you are ever in the need of an awesome blade or some work done, don't hesitate to do business with these men.

It took me awhile to come up with the right words for this. I know they fall short of how I feel or how we all feel for this family and this man. God Bless them.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv47%2Fboneaddict%2Fbonesbucks%2Fengraving_zps99f3110d.jpg&hash=afbd5d75a16db0c2d7d822b0291ab0a519896122)
Great plaque. :tup:
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: RadSav on June 19, 2013, 12:58:16 AM: I thought I was done getting emotional about this...Guess I was wrong.

:tup: to all involved!
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Post by: Wake1 on June 19, 2013, 07:46:57 AM: Bravo. Well done :tup: :tup:
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: rainshadow1 on June 19, 2013, 09:34:01 AM: Quote from: boneaddict on June 18, 2013, 11:20:27 AM
For the knife... he used Elk, Bison, Musk Ox, Mallee Burl, Black carbon, Brass pins, D2 steel

:tup:

Call is the same. Elk is the featured material.

More pics soon.
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Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on June 19, 2013, 09:36:44 AM: :tup:
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Post by: jyerxa on June 19, 2013, 10:43:10 AM: :tup:
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Post by: rainshadow1 on June 19, 2013, 11:23:54 AM: Still more detailing to do, but my stuff is mostly done. Then I'll get with my display case guy and get everything together. He's a master, should be sweet! Will photo before sending it to Boneaddict.

Here's now...

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi234.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fee99%2Frainshadow1%2FPICT00022_zps1627fb8a.jpg&hash=267963ee1748eddee6061951931c37919f3bec8f)
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Post by: Ripper on June 19, 2013, 11:44:37 AM: You guy's ROCK! I got chills looking at it. I'm proud of the way everyone has responded to this tragedy. RIP
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Post by: boneaddict on June 19, 2013, 07:47:59 PM: Very classic looking! I love it.
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Post by: rainshadow1 on July 17, 2013, 09:49:58 AM: Going with a displayable, full lid, box, rather than a wall mount, just made more sense.

Pictures soon!
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Post by: pianoman9701 on July 17, 2013, 11:20:30 AM: It looks really awesome. What a gorgeous knife, RS.
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 17, 2013, 04:19:21 PM: How in the world did I miss this! You guys continue to just blow me away! Becky and the kids are gonna love it. Nicely done gentlemen!
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Post by: Blacklab on July 17, 2013, 07:18:41 PM: Very cool guys :brew:
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Post by: zackmioli on July 17, 2013, 10:24:44 PM: so awesome! still get a little choked up with every thread. i am so proud to be a part of this community. great job to all involved! :tup:
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Post by: Boss .300 winmag on July 17, 2013, 10:27:58 PM: Way to o guys :tup:, nice work Steve! :whoo:
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Post by: Jerbear on July 17, 2013, 10:55:54 PM: It is gestures like this, that makes me think what a family. I don't even bother with other sites. All the good people are on this one.
Great job guys.. Beautiful knife.
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: pianoman9701 on July 18, 2013, 05:57:44 AM: Quote from: Jerbear on July 17, 2013, 10:55:54 PM
It is gestures like this, that makes me think what a family. I don't even bother with other sites. All the good people are on this one.
Great job guys.. Beautiful knife.

:yeah: x 1,000,000. Besides, with all the time I spend on here, I don't have time for other sites.
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Post by: rainshadow1 on August 08, 2013, 01:51:12 PM: One slight addition to do, then it's off to Selah...

(https://sphotos-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/557969_675323642497745_2038449614_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1001715_675323745831068_813094229_n.jpg)

(https://sphotos-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1016705_675323882497721_1432492931_n.jpg)

Will also be taking some better photos.... Bone will too... I hope! ;) These are just some quick cell phone shots since I got the finished project back from my cabinet maker!
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Post by: runamuk on August 08, 2013, 01:53:05 PM: beautiful
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Post by: boneaddict on August 08, 2013, 02:06:48 PM: I will try indeed, but I think it speaks for itself. Gorgeous work and THANKYOU! It will be an honor to present this to Becky from our Huntwa family. Amazing work! I'm really speechless over it. Thank you really doesn't seem to say what I want to say.
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Post by: pianoman9701 on August 08, 2013, 02:41:41 PM: That's really cool. Such great work.
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Post by: bearpaw on August 08, 2013, 03:53:26 PM: looks great... :tup:
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Post by: Elkstuffer on August 08, 2013, 04:03:30 PM: WOW! You guys really outdid yourselves. Truly works of art. That elk call is absolutely beautiful. Way to go! :tup:
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Post by: Gamehunter034 on August 08, 2013, 04:08:11 PM: Beautiful work!! Great job by those that created this piece!

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Post by: skills on August 08, 2013, 04:54:05 PM: This story never ceases to amaze me of the good in people. Thanks Bone for putting this together and Thank you Rainshadow and friend for volunteering your time, and skill to putting this together. This site has amazing sponsors.
Title: Re: Our tribute to the Fallen
Post by: rainshadow1 on August 08, 2013, 05:19:53 PM: I added a tapered maple peg for the lanyard hole, makes it more stable, in or out of the sheath. It's done.

Here's some of my photos, I hope Boneaddict can do a few, his will be the keepers!

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi234.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fee99%2Frainshadow1%2FPICT00242_zpsf0e002e7.jpg&hash=882f29dd9a8a74694336713690a545fbe3ede026)

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi234.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fee99%2Frainshadow1%2FPICT00272_zps9274243b.jpg&hash=48bd02ca01960d03084c77b8423df9f3a463de21)

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi234.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fee99%2Frainshadow1%2FPICT00252_zpsa788668f.jpg&hash=a832770d8347f52bfe2ab5209a87ee650bf4b858)

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi234.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fee99%2Frainshadow1%2FPICT00212_zps119f8948.jpg&hash=25f04993fd1058a3daaa33568dfda776365e96cd)
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 08, 2013, 06:01:13 PM: I'm speechless guys! Absolutely beautiful! Nicely done sir! -Karl
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Post by: sled on August 08, 2013, 06:05:33 PM: Damn! Looks Awsome.
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Post by: Cascade_fisher on August 08, 2013, 06:07:14 PM: That is awesome. Nicely done guys.
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Post by: buckfvr on August 08, 2013, 06:12:00 PM: Doesnt get any better than that.......... :tup:
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Post by: jyerxa on August 08, 2013, 06:25:33 PM: If I could whistle in text I would. That is beautiful!