Knife
Trapper Knife with Rhodochrosite Handles
Past work, not for saleThis Buck trapper knife was customized by Rough Cut Lapidary with polished rhodochrosite handles. The stone displays prominent pink coloration with contrasting black and gray natural patterning throughout. The knife measures 3.5 inches closed, with blade lengths of 2 5/8 inches. This piece has been sold and is preserved in the Rough Cut Lapidary gallery as an example of past work.
About RhodochrositeRhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral best known for its pink to rose-red coloration. It can occur in massive, banded, or crystalline forms, with variations in color and pattern resulting from its mineral composition and associated minerals. When suitable material is cut and polished, rhodochrosite can display striking shades of pink along with contrasting bands, inclusions, and other natural patterns.
- Reference
- RCL-ARCH-910A6E5F308175EA28CD
- Status
- Sold or completed work
- Material
- Original manufacturer: Buck Knives Customized by: Rough Cut Lapidary Custom modification: Lapidary handle customization Handles: Rhodochrosite Knife type: Trapper knife Closed length: 3.5 in. Blade lengths: 2 5/8 in.
- Photos
- 1 photo
Original knife and custom work
- Original manufacturer
- Buck Knives
- Customized by
- Rough Cut Lapidary
- Custom modification
- Lapidary handle customization
This piece was customized by Rough Cut Lapidary using a genuine Buck knife as the base. The custom handle work was performed by Rough Cut Lapidary. Rough Cut Lapidary is not affiliated with or endorsed by Buck Knives. Manufacturer warranty coverage may not apply to modified knives.