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Where did you source the ATS 34? Thanks, Steve

Hey Bruce, I've really enjoyed your WIP's in the past and learned a lot from them. Isn't it about time for a new one? Please...... Steve Hostetler

Can't get &@$?!@& picture to show! Steve

Hi, just finished this for a customer. N695 blade heat treated to 60hrc Sheephorn scales with SS corby bolts SS thong hole 8-10oz Wicket& Craig sheath with Chicago screw to prevent seperation Comments and criticism welcomed. Thanks Steve Hostetler

Does anybody have a reliable source for ATS 34? Seems that Admiral discontinued this steel. Also, any source for 1/2" thick as for an integral? thanks Steve

Second on AMX! George seems like a good guy, easy to deal with. regards, Steve Hostetler

Hi All, i found out awhile ago that Admiral Steel has stopped carrying ATS34. They seem t be the only one around that stocked it. Anybody have another supplier? Also, anybody have a source for 1/2 to 5/8 thick Ss blade steel for an integral? Thanks, Steve Hostetler

Try Baldwin's Patina. Available at Reactive Metals. Letting the parts soak for awhile really brings out some nice colors. Steve

Ernie's number 1!!!

The Arizona Knife Collectors Association (AKCA) July Shop Tour is this Saturday, July 13th at William Withersby shop in Cottonwood. William will be demonstrating making damascus steel from the perspective of a novice. By the way, William’s shop is an old adobe blacksmith shop. How cool is...

The Arizona Knife Collectors Association (AKCA) June Shop Tour is this Saturday, June 22nd at Steve Hostetler’s shop in Parks off of I-40 exit 178. Steve is going to demonstrate finishing a heat treated blade to a mirror finish with stainless bolsters and Mother of Pearl scales. Steve’s shop...

This Thursday is the monthly AKCA meeting. The evenings presentation will be about German Daggers by Brian Quinn. All knife aficionados are welcome! Come on down and meet some fellow knife enthusiasts and hear Brian’s talk about the German Daggers. AKCA Meetings are held the third...

John, It is from Alpha Knife Supply. They call it Texture Tech if I remember correctly and have it in a variety of patterns. Steve

I've never tried to sell a knife here, so this is a first for me! Linerlock folder by Steve Hostetler, Parks, AZ Blade - ATS34, HRC tested at 60-61 Liners. - Anodized, jeweled .045 Titanium Back spine - Anodized Titanium Scales - Great looking Mother Of Pearl Bolsters...

Bruce, When are you doing the next WIP? I'm in withdrawal!! I realize they take some time, and I know that others besides myself really apprciate your efforts. I learn so much with each one. Looking for the next one. Regards, Steve Hostetler