Utah Knife Works | Panther Bushcrafting Blade

A project in Salt Lake City, UT by Mark Russon
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Fund a production run for the Panther bushcrafting blade.
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Backers: 186
Average Pledge Per Backer: $66

Funded: $12,283 of $2,500
Dates: Feb 16th -> Mar 18th (30 days)
Project By: Mark Russon
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Latest News

Almost there! Notes on the Panther knife

March 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm almost there, with less than two days left on my first Kickstarter campaign.  I am blown away by the generous support from everyone.  Thank you!  I have been working daily with the shop producing my knives, and I want everyone to understand... (Read More)

Left-handed sheath option

March 1st - via: kickstarter.com
For you wrong-handed people, I've added a left-handed sheath option :)  Actually, I am sympathetic to left-handers because I grew up with a father who was left-handed, and always complained about the right-handed-centric world.  This is available... (Read More)

The Panther knife prototype

March 1st - via: kickstarter.com
First of all, I want to thank all of my backers for the incredible support for this project.  I have been working hard with an offshore knife maker to produce these knives for me, and his shop is doing a fantastic job.  I wanted to show everyone... (Read More)

Goal met and exceeded!

February 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
A big THANK YOU to all backers who have helped me to reach and even exceed my financial goal for this project.  Please note that there is a folding knife add-on in the Rewards section, offered by my friend and collaborator, Daryl Belnap of Belnap... (Read More)

Added BK Rover Folding EDC Knife as Add-On

February 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Specs: D2 Tool Steel Blade with Stone Washed Finish Canvas Micarta Scales Liner Lock 3.6 Ounces Fast - Glassy smooth opening with ball bearing pivot Easy one hand open/close left or right hand Slim profile and light weight make it easy to carry... (Read More)

Incredible start! Thank you to all of my backers.

February 18th - via: kickstarter.com
In only two days I have been able to get more than halfway to my campaign goal for the Panther knife.  Thank you to everyone who has helped with this project.  I have great faith in the success of the Panther, and already have plans to release a... (Read More)

Thanks for the great launch Day!!

February 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to all of those that have jumped on the project.  Seeing that there are backers from all around the globe.   Please share the project with friends that you feel may be interested.    (Read More)

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