Hello, my name is Wesley Hartzell. I am 17 years old and I started knife making about 3 years ago after reading a book from the library called
"The Fifty Dollar Knife Shop". I was immediately hooked and began making knives using the stock removal method. After a little while I decided
to try forging a knife and found that was my favorite way to make a knife. I have found a wealth of knowledge on the Forums and decided that it was time to join.
I craft the whole knife from blade forging to leather sheath.
I try to make each of my knives better than the last one and hope to become a Journeyman Smith and possibly a Master Smith in the future.
I have included a picture of a knife that I made just a little while ago,
it's not forged but will give you an idea of my work.
The blade is 1080 and the handle is hunter orange G-10 With SS tubing.
Critiques welcome.
It looks great Wesley. Welcome to the ABS and the forum. I think you will benefit from being here as well as all of us have.
What area of the country or world are you in?
Thank you Mr. Rea. I live in central Ilinois.
Not many bladesmiths live very close to my area that I am aware of.
Welcome Wesley. That is a good looking knife. We will be glad to help, just ask any questions you have.
Brion
Brion Tomberlin
Anvil Top Custom Knives
ABS Mastersmith
Thank you Mr. Tomberlin. I am sure that I will Have many questions. <img src=' http://www.americanbladesmith.com/ipboard/public/style_emoticons//smile.gi f' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />
Is that what hello from Illinois means? lol
Went right over my head. As you see I may not be the brightest bulb in the pack.
Again, post pictures and get this thing started. Glad you're here.
Wesley,
Welcome to the ABS Forum!!
That's a really nice knife that you posted a picture of! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Thanks Mr. Culver!
I have been having a little HT trouble lately but hope to have a forged knife to post soon In the knife critiques.
