Early knifemakers in Texas?

[2knife]

Who were the most notable makers of the last century's early years, 1940s-1970s time frame? particularly those from Texas.

Ones i am familiar with:
Clyde Fischer
Ralph Bone
Glenn Marshall

Thanks,
David

 

[argel55]

Clay Gault
Steve Davenport
Gene Dumatrait
Lloyd Hale
Chubby Hueske
Jerry Hunt
Jerry McAlpin
Joe Martin
Max Meyers
Jim Pugh
Nolen Knives
G.W. Stone
Silver Fox Knives
Weatherford Brothers

Outof theDigest Book of Knives 1972

 

[2knife]

Wow, thanks! a lot of familiar names in that group. Texas must have been an important area in the development of custom knives..?
David

 

[Alan Davis Knives]

Bob Merz started making knives in the early 70's and is still making incredibile knives to this day. One of his knives is on the cover of a knifemaking supply company.

 

[tltt]

Don't forget Ruffin Johnson. The early Texas knives have a style that your eye can pick up instantly. Vey heavy and curvy, lots of trailing points.

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[BRTATCK]

You also might want to add Bob Hajovsky. He started a little later, early seventies, but made some really nice knives.
Brion