A BIT ABOUT ME
I proudly served my country for almost 22 years, having flown combat aircraft in both the US Navy and the Air Force. I retired from the Air Force after four tours of duty in Iraq.
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After retiring from the Air Force I held several jobs while searching for my true civilian calling. Having always loved working with my hands and making things for other people, I discovered that my longtime love of knives and blades would become my true passion of bladesmithing.
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In addition to making custom knives and leather sheaths, I live on a farm in the mountains of North East Tennessee, where I raise beef cattle and honeybees.
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My Makers Mark incorporates elements of my military service, with a shield from my Air Force Navigator wings and the crossed anchors of my Naval Flight Officer wings with a sword for my bladesmithing.
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MY SERVICES
Custom forged blades and leather sheaths.
I create "standard" swords and knives as well as truly custom pieces. I will work with you to produce a blade that you will pass on to your grandkids.
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I primarily use 1070 steel for my swords and knives, and 15N20 for my kitchen knives. Damascus blades will use both 1084 and 15N20. Of course, any unique piece may require a different steel, depending on the purpose.
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I use vegetable tanned leather to create my hand-stitched sheaths and scabbards, with various styles available. I can also make a custom sheath for a knife supplied by the customer.
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Though my focus is on swords and knives, I can also produce some minor blacksmithing projects such as fireplace sets, forged window grates, etc.
