[quote name='Adam DesRosiers' date='01 November 2014 - 10:14 AM' timestamp='1414858494' post='12238'] I use quite a bit of ivory, and it is also a l...

I've not seen the smaller of the two knives shown. The larger of the two appears to be "The Musso Bowie". Does anyone know who made either of these ...

Thanks, Ed. We all appreciate your help. Gary

Thanks, everyone. Your kind words are appreciated. Joshua--The steel is a 40 x 12 "W" that was ground like a ladder and forged to thickness. ...

Thanks, Karl. Looking forward to it. Gary

I can't think of another better addition. I look forward to your input here. All my best, Gary

Thanks, guys. The guard was the first time that I've tried forging any 416. Glad that you liked it. Gary

Jeb, Welcome to the forum. Like many, I too started with stock removal but do all forged blades now. There is a definate satisfaction to forgin...

John, That's some nice walnut. I would recommend using it "as is" as claro walnut doesn't lend itself to stabilizing well. Gary

I'm with Karl in that it is almost always better to pick out your handle material first hand. We've probably all been burnt by buying remotely. ...

I too was shocked when I heard the news. He'll be greatly missed. I always looked forward to his smiling face. The knife world will be diminish...

Something that I believe might prove to be popular is how to start up a first shop including tools needed & where to find them. Which tools are neces...

Welcome aboard Paul and thanks for all of your help last weekend. Gary

Thanks, guys. I appreciate it. Looking forward to seeing you this weekend. Gary