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- The quality of Johnny's work is
high indeed...he has the talent to translate your desires and needs
into working steel. If you need a good knife, particularly of your
own design, I thoroughly recommend Johnny Stout. He'll read your
mind and deliver what you want. And if, like me, you are thrilled
at the prospect of owning a dressy but fully funtional tactical
folder, he's the man to go to. Ralph Mroz, Tactical Knives
Magazine
- Johnny I just wanted to drop you a line and let
you know that I love my new Gemini... It is always a great pleasure,
and unfortunately an all too rare pleasure, to receive a liner lock
knife that operates perfectly. The fit and finish are so perfect
it is difficult to think of something to comment on, so just let
me say that I admire and appreciate the fine workmanship every time
I pick the knife up. It is an excellent design, extremely comfortable.
The lock is well protected, and easy to operate. The thumb studs
work very well for me. I really appreciate the fact that they are
smooth on the top, with the grip rings a little lower down. It makes
them easy on pocket edges. I like the blade grind very much. This
is one of the best cutting knives I own. This is just the best working
folder I have used. Thanks for a great knife Johnny! The Gemini
is a hard working and cherished possession. Best Regards,
Steve Harvey, San Jose, CA
- Johnny, I received your knife today.
FANTASTIC!! As you said, it is a beautiful knife. I saw your new
Prot�g� on your page. Another great knife. Thanks and congratulations!
Take care! Ovidio Rovella, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
- Johnny, I previously exchanged emails with you
regarding a standard Gemini model. Well, I really didn't want to
wait to get one following an order. Thus, I contacted Ariz. Knife
(Karen and Jay Sadow) and told them of my interest in your Gemini
-- and hopefully you would have one at the Guild show (since I couldn't
make it to the show this year). Yep, I received the Gemini, serial
number 701, today. This Gemini instantly became my favorite custom
folder! In fact, I rate it as an "Iron Mistress" for me. I truly
like the fit, finish, style, weight, balance, blade shape, clip
style, etc. Johnny, I like this knife!!!! The action is sooooooooo
smooooooooth. My day was made when this knife arrived at my office.
Thanks for your dedication, detailed work, and effort that went
into this knife. Robert A. Zielke, Seattle, WA
- Mr. Stout, I just received The Classic folder
that I ordered from you. It's even more beautiful than the pictures
that I've seen. It works so smooth, and the cutting edge is hair
popping sharp. Thanks for the beautiful knife. I'll contact you
to place another order. I saw the picture of your Zodiac and want
to order one when thay are available. Regards, Chris Carmada,
Vashon, WA
- Johnny, I received the Prot�g� knife yesterday
and I want to compliment you on the workmanship. I especially
like the overall feel and weight of the knife along with the file-work....
I like this knife too much to put it in a case so it will be an
every day carry for me. Thanks and I'll be interested in your
future work. Lapsley Hope, Kingsport, TN
- Johnny, I hope you are feeling well after your
surgery. I know I'm feeling well after opening the package that
came in today's mail. This Titan is just about the nicest knife
I have ever held. You are a true artist. I look forward to the
day I can meet you in person and talk about this thing that is
your craft and my obsession. Best Regards, Brian Childers,
Woodland, CA
- Johnny, The Dominator is kick ass. It is a work
of art, really beautiful; other knives look silly next to it!
Please take good care. CJ STERN, CHICAGO, IL
- Johnny, it's beautiful, beyond anything I expected.
Your skill and artistry astounds me. The Aristocrat knife is a
pleasure to look at, a pleasure to hold. And, it's MINE!......The
opening action is butter smooth. The best of any knife I've handled.
The liner lock is so closely machined with the profile of the
scales that at first I found it disconcerting. Then I realized
that the close tolerance also resulted in effortless disengagement
with a nice positive "click" when the lock frees the blade. A
very nice touch, it's that attention to detail. ED HACKETT,
CHESAPEAKE, VA
- Dear Mr.Johnny, good morning. Thank you for the
Gemini. It's very beautiful work.!!! Nice bolster, beautiful handle
and inlay.....The Gemini weight is seemingly heavy but very light
weight !!! I know you are exhibiting at the Florida Art Knife
Show next January. Last January I visited and enjoyed very much.
If I have time to visit at the next show, of course I'll meet
you there. I hope you continue making fine custom knives forever.
Thank you very much. KEI TOMONO, ORLANDO, FL
- Johnny, I just picked up my Gemini knife and
It's beautiful!. It feels like it was made to fit my hand. This
is a knife I'll be carrying for a good long time, the craftmenship
is great. I don't know what else to say. I'm going to be making
a leather sheath for it soon. I hope to show it to you when I
see you at the show East Coast Custom Knife Show in March. Hope
all is well. See you soon. ROBERT ROSARIO, BRONX, NEW YORK
- Dear Mr. Stout. Thank you very much for the knife,
which I received on Dec. 24th. What a great Christmas gift. I'm
very happy with the knife you made for me!! Your craftsmanship
is excellent and the design perfect. This is the best
knife I own. LUKAS BENEDIKT STILLI, BASEL, SWITZERLAND.
- Dear Mr. Stout. I just wanted to write and tell
you that I received the Prot�g� Knife in the mail today. I couldn't
be happier with its appearance, function, and obvious fine craftsmanship.
Your reputation is well deserved and I am very pleased to add
this folder to my collection. Thank you. Sincerely, ROLAND
C. EINHORN, M.D, BALTIMORE, MD.
- "but oh, my, what Johnny did in craftsmanship
on this knife must be seen to be fully appreciated". MARVIN
EDGEWORTH, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
- "I have to say I am in utter awe of your work.
The Aristocrat is an absolute gem. I just can't say enough about
what a fine piece of craftsmanship this is. Your knives are everything
I look for in a well designed and well built piece. This thing
feels so right in my hand I may not be able to put it down all
day". Take care and keep up the good work. BRIAN CHILDERS,
WOODLAND, CA
- "Johnny, I received my Cariad knife A-OK through
my friend Jeff and I must say that it was much more beautiful
than I had expected, and I expected a lot! The MOP is absolutely
delicious and the MOP button inlay 'hits the spot' too. Superb
Damscus on blade and bolsters too (thanks to Darrel too) I don't
believe I have ever had a blade that was ground that thin and
precisely before on any of my other custom knives. It has replaced
my Harvey McBurnett as "best knife" in my collection, and that
is saying something!" Johnny, many special thanks for
the superb execution on my serial # 5, you are # 1. ROLF HATTERSCHEID,
GERMANY
- Johnny, I have just received the Gemini. It is
a beautiful knife! Thanks for the file work and the checkering.
Both add to the good looks of the knife. This knife verges on
being too nice to even think about carrying. But I am
sure that I will. I will keep you posted. BILL DINGES, ATLANTA,
GA
- Johnny, the Prot�g� knife arrived safely. What
a wonderful and superb piece of craftsmanship. An absolute gem
and much more beautiful beyond anything that I expected. Images
on your web site do not do justice to your craftsmanship. The
leather belt holder is a brilliant piece of craftsmanship, and
overall the Prot�g� is a unique and wonderful work of art. Just
so bloody pleased with your work and attention to detail. Do hope
that sometime in the future, will have the pleasure of doing business
with you again. Thanks again for the product of your sweat, skill
and craftsmanship. Kindest Regards, KEVIN T. DURHAM-FISHER
AUSTRALIA
- Johnny, the Baron and Aristocrat folders arrived
today, they are more than awesome. very nice work! I am proud
to show one of your knives to anyone. They are first rate. Keep
up the good work and remember me. DAN HUNNICUT, BREA, CA
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Johnny, my new Baron was delivered
today... I'm glad I waited! It's everything I expected (plus
a little). Your workmanship is flawless; the mammoth ivory
scales are superb. The damascus (Thomas & Eggerling) flows
like they belong together and the gold screws finish the knife
off with class. This is really a great piece Johnny. This
Baron will be the Crown Prince of my collection. I've been
collecting for 25+ years - customs, the last 20. I'm not wealthy,
but over the years I have learned a lot about knife making
and knife makers and have accumulated a nice assortment of
'special' pieces. I have a pretty good idea of what quality
looks like and your workmanship and attention to detail has
that look. You are a pleasure to deal with, and I have a hunch
that you put a lot of yourself into your work... and it shows.
Thanks again. CONRAD WRIGHT, BAKERSFIELD,
CA
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Johnny, the Zodiac arrived Friday
in good order. It is really wonderful. In fact it's so great
that I have decided to keep it hidden until a year from now
when my 17 yr. old George graduates from high school and give
it to him. It was well worth the wait for this piece of functional
art. Great job, and , thank you very
much. DAVID GIAMMITTORIO, ALEXANDRIA, VA
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Johnny, the Zodiac is absolutely
beautiful! I've shown it to several friends and they just gasp
in amazement. The "feather" Damascus is really nice and of course
your overall workmanship is second to none. Thanks.
TOM LANSING, PHOENIX, AZ
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Johnny, the Aristocrat you delivered
is absolutely beautiful. I especially enjoyed the video (Vol
4) that shows how you make the liner lock knife, as it really
shows the amount of time, detail and handwork that goes into
it. I had
brought it in to work last week to show everyone that I had
been telling about it for the last year, and got all the oooohs
and ahhhs. Thanks a lot. BRUCE COONS,
COPPERAS COVE, TX
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Johnny, I received my custom Zodiac
today for my birthday. It is beautiful. The damascus steel and workmanship
are everything that I could possibly imagined and then some. The
opening mechanism is flawless. It is truly a work of art and precision.
The craftsmanship is something that is not found everday in our
time. I thank you again. The knife will be cherished by myself and
will be something that can be passed down to my son.
Jay, Lake Jackson, TX
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Johnny, just a quick note to let
you know I received my knife yesterday afternoon. As expected, the
quality and craftsmanship of your product is simply outstanding.
The edge was exceptional as it came out of the box, with no sharpening
required by me (perhaps after skinning 2 or 3 Whitetail�s this fall,
the Damascus may see my stone). I am sure I will be the envy of
my colleagues at the hunt camp this November. The process from ordering
to delivery was very efficient and I greatly appreciate the opportunity
to do business with you. I am confident this piece will be handed
down through several generations and I look very forward to my next
purchase. Thanks again for the masterpiece!. A Canadian fan.
Michael G. Melnick - Ottawa, Ontario.
- Johnny, one word describes the left-handed Second
Generation Tactical Gemini you made for me: Beautiful.
Thanks - Savas Kyprianides,
Long Beach, NY
- Johnny, I just received the knife. It's excellent.
The Sambar make a great looking handle. I'm looking forward to the
Auto. Your work and your designs are excellent. Thank
you so very much. Gene Garvey, Paris, TN
- Johnny, I picked up your package at the post office
this Thursday because I missed the mail person on Tuesday. I really
am an impatient guy but have learned through the years that good things
are worth waiting for. When you said that I would not be disappointed,
you were right! I was very pleasantly surprised; the knife is excellent!
In fact, the knife has actually grown on me as I have had a few days
to examine and study it. You are definitely the master of detail and
precision! From the liner to the ladder pattern damascus blade, from
the ivory handle to the bosters; it all works together to make for
a complete, well balanced, and cosmetically pleasing unit. The mechanism
is a smooth as silk and the locking device feels so good as it falls
into place. Thank you for choosing such a wonderful piece of ivory
for the handle and for making the turn around time quicker than expected.
I feel very fortunate to pocess one of your knives.
Thanks. Paul Chan, San Carlos, CA
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