Hello everyone.
Most of you may not know me. I just moved to Oklahoma going on two years ago. I recently picked up a new hobby and would like to share. I have completed 4 blades now. I started to get serious about it about 3 months ago when I got my 2x72" grinder. Life was tough on the little 2x42" single speed. I am now hooked and there is no turning back. I have gained so much from my favorite makers and collectors alike and look forward to getting better with every attempt. I do 100% of the work start to finish and includes heat treating in my small forge. As I get better I plan on upgrading my equipment and start working with other steels. For now I use high carbon steel. 1075, 1080-84, 5160, 6150 and 1095.
Thank you all for viewing and I look forward to hearing everyones opinions. Again I am a Rookie so please take it easy on me.
First up is the first I completed. It went to a good buddy of mine that served our country proud through 20 years service in the Army. He is now a Stryker Instructor. He wanted a cool design that could be used as an entry tool and chopper. This is what came from that idea.
Second is my attempt at making a micro chopper. Not very practical so I am in the process of modding it.
Third was a fun design I wanted to make my brother. I will NEVER use white micarta again. It is the demon......This was also my first attempt at Jeweling AKA Engine turning:
Last up. A very special knife I made for a very special lady in my life. My wifes blade. This was a late Valentines gift, early Anniversary and congrats to my son that is growing in her tummy.
Thank you all for viewing. This is just the start of my journey. I hope you all chose to follow as I learn this trade. I never thought knifemaking would be this difficult. I was so wrong. I hope you can see the progression from the 1st to 4th. At least I like to think I am progressing
Stay warm Oklahoma, wish Spring/Summer would hurry up and get here.
Chris
Most of you may not know me. I just moved to Oklahoma going on two years ago. I recently picked up a new hobby and would like to share. I have completed 4 blades now. I started to get serious about it about 3 months ago when I got my 2x72" grinder. Life was tough on the little 2x42" single speed. I am now hooked and there is no turning back. I have gained so much from my favorite makers and collectors alike and look forward to getting better with every attempt. I do 100% of the work start to finish and includes heat treating in my small forge. As I get better I plan on upgrading my equipment and start working with other steels. For now I use high carbon steel. 1075, 1080-84, 5160, 6150 and 1095.
Thank you all for viewing and I look forward to hearing everyones opinions. Again I am a Rookie so please take it easy on me.
First up is the first I completed. It went to a good buddy of mine that served our country proud through 20 years service in the Army. He is now a Stryker Instructor. He wanted a cool design that could be used as an entry tool and chopper. This is what came from that idea.
Second is my attempt at making a micro chopper. Not very practical so I am in the process of modding it.
Third was a fun design I wanted to make my brother. I will NEVER use white micarta again. It is the demon......This was also my first attempt at Jeweling AKA Engine turning:
Last up. A very special knife I made for a very special lady in my life. My wifes blade. This was a late Valentines gift, early Anniversary and congrats to my son that is growing in her tummy.
Thank you all for viewing. This is just the start of my journey. I hope you all chose to follow as I learn this trade. I never thought knifemaking would be this difficult. I was so wrong. I hope you can see the progression from the 1st to 4th. At least I like to think I am progressing
Stay warm Oklahoma, wish Spring/Summer would hurry up and get here.
Chris
