The Monarch ‘Night Blossoms’ features a beautiful hand-forged frame of ‘River Rock’ damascus by Chad Nichols, inlaid with a mesmerizing scale in green jade, embellished with Maki-e. The blade is also hand-forged ‘River Rock’ damascus by Chad Nichols; the button lock and thumb stud are set with spinel gemstones.
The Monarch is a simple design that is easy on the eye and effortless in the hand; the elegant shape of the handle on this design is also an ideal canvas to showcase fine hand-engraving or exotic materials. The ‘Night Blossoms’ is a stunning piece; a rich and unique synthesis of the elegance, function, and superlative artistry that are the hallmark of William Henry’s work.