I believe he is from South Africa. I think most of the knives found in the USA came through Becks Cutlery. Here is another link for some info on Peter Bauchop. http://blades.lomi-salmon.com/main.php?g2_itemId=15
Out of the dozens of folders I have the Endura gets the most pocket time. I don't have the G10 handle but if I did- I'm sure I would like it even more. I think the G10 Endura has the FFG also which is another + .