Category Archives: Knives

Making a Kydex Sheath and Paddle

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Wilson

In preparation for BLADE Show 2018, I needed a wearable sheath for my SWAT Knife. The original sheath I had made had no real provision for mounting. I had to do something soon since BLADE is close and I wanted … Continue reading →

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BLADE Show 2018 is Imminent!

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Wilson

As an amateur knifemaker and sometime writer, I am stoked that BLADE Show 2018 is less than a month from now. This year, BLADE Show will open up 25,000 new square feet of exhibit space and add 200 more exhibitors … Continue reading →

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Lil’ Scrappy Friction Folder

Posted on May 5, 2018 by Wilson

Whew, this was quite the project. I had a scrap of Alabama Damascus that was too short for a fixed blade knife. My thought was to turn it into a simple folding knife. I would name it “Lil’ Scrappy.” Sounded … Continue reading →

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My Pocket Kiridashi 2.0

Posted on April 13, 2018 by Wilson

Okay, I was not super happy with My Pocket Carry Kiridashi. It was a bit too chunky and irritated my thigh when wearing the business casual attire that is my daily dress. I liked the idea of the knife, though, … Continue reading →

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The SWAT Knife Revisited

Posted on March 31, 2018 by Wilson

A few years ago, I wrote an article about a knife I made to carry for SWAT. Since rekindling the knifemaking hobby again last year, I decided to construct another blade, this one as a homage to my two decades … Continue reading →

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My Pocket Carry Kiridashi

Posted on January 31, 2018 by Wilson

I currently shuffle papers in an office for a living. Occasionally we receive packages and boxes to open and it seems like no one ever has a knife handy. Well now that I make knives, it is embarrassing not to … Continue reading →

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Making John’s Knife

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Wilson

Here is a short video of the making of a presentation knife for a friend. by Wilson

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Gone to BLADE

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Wilson

Today, I am driving to Atlanta from Florida for BLADE Show 2017.  Here is my finished kwaiken knife and kydex sheath.  As a novice, I am happy with what I have made, but it has some flaws and I am … Continue reading →

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Rushing Toward BLADE Show 2017

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Wilson

I have been very busy trying to keep my promise to myself to attend BLADE Show 2017 wearing a knife of my own making.  Well, I leave for the show tomorrow and I am still at work!  I am going … Continue reading →

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Handmade Knife Patterns and Profiles

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Wilson

What do you want your knife to look like?  Your knife pattern should reflect not only the function you desire, but an aesthetic that is your own.  In past articles, I have shown an affinity for Asian-inspired blades.  Likely, that … Continue reading →

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