David Yellowhorse Sabo Custom Jumbo Trapper Knife – Mother of Pearl Rose & Dagger

This custom Jumbo Trapper from David Yellowhorse in collaboration with Sabo Knives blends traditional American knife form with refined, symbolic artistry. Built on a larger-than-standard Trapper frame, this piece features luminous mother-of-pearl handles inlaid with a striking rose and dagger motif—a timeless pairing that evokes themes of beauty, sacrifice, love, and mortality.

The iridescent mother of pearl provides a soft, shifting backdrop for the vivid red rose inlays, while the dagger element adds tension and contrast to the composition. Nickel silver bolsters ground the design in classic craftsmanship, giving the knife a balanced presence that feels both substantial and graceful. The result is a piece that reads equally as a functional pocket knife and a carefully composed work of wearable art.

🔧 Specs:
Maker: David Yellowhorse / Sabo Custom
Pattern: Jumbo Trapper
Blades: 2
Handle: Mother of Pearl with rose & dagger inlay
Bolsters: Nickel silver
Closed Length: Approx. 4 1/2"
Overall Construction: Custom fit and finish
Blade Action: Smooth open and close with solid snap

🔎 Condition Note:
This knife is in very nice condition with light scuffs from handling. Both blades open and close smoothly, and the mother-of-pearl handles and inlay remain intact and vibrant with no cracks or lifting observed. This knife ships wrapped in acid-free archival tissue to help preserve both the blade and handle during transit and storage.

📜 Historical Note:
Produced during David Yellowhorse’s collaborative period with Sabo Knives—generally dated to the late 1990s to early 2000s—pieces like this reflect a time when traditional American pocketknife patterns became canvases for deeply personal and symbolic artwork. These collaborations are well regarded for their balance of precision knife making and bold visual storytelling.

🧲 Collector’s Note:
Yellowhorse customs are collected not just as knives, but as art objects. This Jumbo Trapper stands out for its larger frame, premium materials, and evocative imagery, making it an excellent centerpiece for a custom knife collection or a meaningful addition for collectors drawn to symbolic and narrative inlay work.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
All knives in this shop are vintage or pre-owned unless stated otherwise. While many are in excellent condition, they may show normal signs of age or handling such as scuffs, blemishes, or blade wear. I try to document condition as accurately as possible in both the description and photos.

By purchasing this knife, you are confirming that you are 18 years of age or older and are complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding knife ownership in your area.