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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...

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...

Hi Guys, This blade is a 16.75" forged 1075 blade with a 3.16th's spine and 9.5" wrapped handle over a walnut core. It's a bit of a fusion with a hapoon tipped blade and Japan-esy furniture (brass and copper). It's razor sharp, well balanced (4" in front of the guard), and it's a heck of a...

Hi guys, This is a 16.75" forged 1075 blade with a 3/16's spine and a 9.5" wrapped handle over a walnut core. It's a bit of a fusion blade, thus the hapoon tipped blade with Japan-esy furniture. It's a compact, nimble sword, weighing 2.25lbs and balancing approx. 4" in front of the guard...

Hi guys, This knife has a 10" blade of 1095. The guard and other furniture are mild steel, the handle is polished cow bone. The blade has been lightly etched, giving an almost wootz-like look to the blade (a happy accident). All comments are welcome. Dave

Hi all, I'm new to this forum, have to say it looks pretty cool. Anyway, by way of introduction, I've been making knives now since 2004. Finally got to the point where I can draw a design and actually make it! I like making bowies, but I'm getting into long blades lately. I use a charcoal...

Hi Folks, I've been making knives since 1994. I recently retired and now have more time to pursue this craft. I primarily make bowies, but have been working on some Japanese swords lately. I intend to post some of my work soon on my gallery page. I live in Northern Virginia. I'm looking...