KNIVES
For my knives, I prefer to make working class fixed blades for
folks who will use and enjoy them. I mainly use carbon
steels(5160,1095,1084) and synthetic handle materials. I like these
materials for their abilities to hold up to extended use. Of course
every now and then something special and slightly pretty does pop out of
the shop though. I try to offer designs that are both eye catching and
real world workers. From hunters to choppers and even the occasional
short sword, I have made em all.
REVIEWS
Video on small camp knife
REALITY CHECK KNIVES (Click here to see his knife cut down
an old walnut tree!)
Occasionally I like to offer some knives in a rougher, more user
friendly finish. I call them Reality Check Knives because they are meant
for the real world where tools get used. They lack the usual level of
finish I apply to my regular line of knives but they are made from the
same high quality materials and use the same heat treating methods. So
why would you want a Reality Check knife? Most simple answer is PRICE!
I don’t have to work as hard on em or invest as much time and supplies
and that translates to a lower cost. I don’t take orders for the Reality
Check knives but when I have any available, I post them on
Bladeforums.com .
SHEATHS
I also make my own sheaths for my knives from Kydex. I believe
Kydex offers the best attributes for a working sheath . It is generally
unaffected by the elements and holds the knife secure till it is needed.
The only drawback to Kydex as a sheath material is that due to it
holding the knife by friction, scratches will occur eventually. For a
working blade this usually just adds to the character of the knife. To a
pure collector of knives, perhaps Kydex is not the sheath material for
you.
