Info wanted on this Watson folding knife

[simonbeans]

We (late wife and I) obtained this knife at the 21st Eastern Rendezvous in Salamanca, NY. YES, the MUD mess, 1997. We were involved with the gate official crew and as such, might be the reason we have it. It is in 95% new condition, the lower valve due to being poorly stored. It was never “used”.
I would like any info on it please. Not sure if it is a keeper.

 

[fleener]

Billy Watson of TN. I have bought 5 of his knifes, gave 2 away as gifts and kept 3 for myself. Used one of his knifes in the kitchen tonight to cut up some brisket.

Looks like osage handle. My knifes are all osage orange handles.

My blades are I think a little soft. Mine dont hold an edge the best, but I still like them.

IF you want to get rid of it, I am sure you will find lots of people that would love to buy it.

Fleener

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

Yep looks of Osage’s wood.

 

[flconch53]

Billy was from Alabama. I believe he has passed. That is his stamp on the blade.

 

[fleener]

Sorry for the misrepresentation that he was from TN. Foggy memory

Fleener