December 16, 17, & 18, 2025 Firearms & Militaria
Lot #1301:
JOE KIOUS "PERSEUS SAGA" LARGE CUSTOM DOUBLE POCKET LOCKET AUTO KNIFE.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2025
Joe Kious passed away in 2014 but his legacy is best preserved buy his pocket locket knives. This custom knife by Kious features a hand rubbed satin finished ATS-34 blade. The blade is subtly marked "KIOUS" on the side of the ricasso. The frame is crafted of engraved 416 stainless steel and features beautiful scenes depicting the "Perseus Saga", the namesake of this knife. This knife is a true work of art. Joe Kious crafted this knife as a blank slate for Jon Robyn to display his talents as an engraver. The pocket lockets seem to disappear into the handle and when retracted, reveal more scenes engraved on gold. Side of the frame is signed "J. ROBYN". Fileworked backspacer. The auto and lockback mechanisms function properly. Housed in a wood display case with glass lid and felt lining. Blade exhibits a few blemishes with light handling throughout. One small blemish on the button. Unmolested engraving. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell.
Item Dimensions: 10" x 4" x 3"
Accessories
Wood display box