Description :

An exceptional and highly collectible example of custom American blade-making history, this is an authentic, vintage fixed-blade boot dagger handcrafted by the legendary Jimmy Lile—"The Arkansas Knifesmith"—famed worldwide for designing the iconic survival knives used in the Rambo film franchise.

This specific piece bears the coveted "No Dot" block LILE stamp, definitively proving it was personally crafted by Jimmy Lile during his lifetime (pre-1991). It represents a pristine intersection of Lile’s robust tactical design language and timeless, high-tier craftsmanship.

• Maker: Jimmy Lile (Arkansas, USA)
• Era: Vintage (Pre-1991, Lifetime Piece)
• Maker's Mark: Crisp, original "LILE" block-letter stamp on the ricasso with no dot, denoting a true lifetime build.
• Blade Profile: Masterfully ground, symmetrical double-edge spear-point dagger with a prominent central ridge and clean, precise hollow grinds.
• Blade Finish: Hand-rubbed satin finish.
• Overall Length: Approx. 9¹/₁₆ inches
• Blade Length: Approx. 4½ inches
• Handle Material: Premium natural Sambar stag/bone scales showcasing beautiful warm cream tones and authentic organic character.
• Construction: Full tapered tang paired with custom red spacers/liners, flawlessly pinned with two large brass rivets and a matching hollow lanyard tube.
• Guard: Beautifully shaped and polished solid brass crossguard.

"No Dot" Jimmy Lile custom knives continue to rapidly appreciate in value, highly sought after by tactical knife enthusiasts and fine art collectors alike. This boot knife configuration is a classic Lile silhouette, representing peak 1970s/1980s American custom knifemaking. A foundational centerpiece for any high-end blade collection