Recent content by David Stifle

Thank you. I will indeed be posting some of my work soon.

I've actually been a member here since 2010, but since I've been utterly inactive it's only appropriate I introduce myself, since I plan on being here regularly. My name is Dave Stifle, and I've been making knives and swords for almost 15 years. Even so, I'm more of a hobbyist than a full time...

Ahh, yes, the M3. Not a bad looking semi-dagger. Primarily issued to WWII special ops guys. Should be fun to make. I have a few more Ka-bars on my bench, then I might tackle the F/S dagger.

It is nice for sure, but why's it come with all those little H's all over them? Just kidding! I really think you nailed that blade!

Thanks arock! I consider that a fine compliment.

Thanks, appreciate it.

Thanks a lot. I made this knife for myself for the upcoming deer season. I'm thinking of making a sheath sort of like this one.

I like it, except for the holes in the blade.

I've been looking for a genuine 1940's ear ka-bar for quite awhile, but most I've seen aren't the real deal. So, for the interim, I decided to make my own. It's not historically accurate, at 8.25" the 1095 blade's a little longer, it's also a little wider and the spine's thicker. Not bad things...

Hi guys, This sword has a forged 1075 14.75" blade, with a hardwood wrapped handle. It's been left rough, with hammermarks and file marks still on it. It's not pretty (although I do think it has graceful lines), it's meant to be used. I cleared some land with it, and it was a breeze. No hot...

Thanks, Bubba-San, I appreciate the remarks.

Thanks Fred, I appreciate it! Nice hearing from you.

Thanks George, much appreciated!

Ha! It tasted my blood during the sharpening phase. Thanks, Don.

Thanks Laurence, appreciate the comments! I've had a lot of fun doing various cutting tasks, hanging rope, 2x4's, small trees, etc.