I've had two of the original Ranger Busse blank models,both were RD7's. I believe I read Justin did the heat treatment but I cant be sure but either way they are great and strong knives I used them alot.
Nice score!!
Here a pic of the two Busse Blanks I had b4 they were used. Reminds me of the old SH's!
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