- Rudy Ruana began making knives for local outdoorsmen in 1938 as a side job in Bonner, Montana.
- In 1952 he began making knives full time after demand began to grow and the reputation of their quality spread.
- The early knife blades were commonly made from Studebaker leaf springs.
- Elk antler stag has been a fixture for handle grips over the years.
- The cast-in-place aluminum handles are very characteristic of these knives.
- Knives are still being made in the same location today.
Check out these vintage Ruana Knives that are currently available on eBay. I appreciate any traffic from these links as I earn a portion of eBay’s commission when an item is purchased, at no extra cost to you. THANK YOU!!! – Jesse, oldpocketknives.com
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$925.00
R.H. Ruana M - 4 5/8" 14B- Fixed Blade Knife with Original Sheath - Excellent +
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$950.00
VINTAGE RH RUANA MODEL 13B RUANA KNIFE w ORIGINAL LEATHER SHEATH M STAMP 1962-82
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$2,495.00
1944-1962 Little Knife Stamp Rudy R. H. Ruana Model 14B Knife Skinner Bonner MT
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$600.00
Vintage Ruana Bonner Montana Knife with Sheath
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$299.00
Custom Handmade Bowie Knife HBC-38C Ruana Inspired Antler Handle Hunting Outdoor
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$165.00
RH Ruana Leather Sheath Scabbard For Hunting Knife Bowie Vintage
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$1,199.00
Ruana Bonner Montana 25AC Custom Workman Knife White Stag + Sheath TR1854
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$349.00
Custom Handmade 90s HBC Knife 31B Bowie Knife Ruana Inspired, Collector Gift
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$950.00
Ruana 28CD Skinner Knife – Stag Handle, “Bonner Montana” Stamp, Original Sheath
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$199.00
RH Ruana Leather Sheath Scabbard For Hunting Knife Bowie TR1520
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