BIOGRAPHY I began making knives in 1977 after seeing a couple handmade knives my father-in-law, who was a master tool and die maker, made. I made seven, all folders, to give away as Christmas gifts to my family members. While searching for what little information that was available at the time I learned there was a collector market. So, I began designing, making, and selling my work and have enjoyed a demand for my handmade knives since that time. I'm now full-time after my retirement from a 36-year career in the aircraft industry in December 2001. I prefer making collector grade folders, but I make a few bowies, chute knives, etc. on occasion. I use CPM-154, CPM-D2, BG-42, D-2, S30V, S60V, RWL-34 and a fare amount of Damascus. My primary frame materials is 416 stainless steel. I like stable handle materials such as mother of pearl, minerals and jigged bone, but I also use mammoth and hippo ivories, and a few woods, micarta and carbon fiber. I've been a voting member of the Knifemaker's Guild since 1983 and have never missed a show. I'm also a member of the Texas Knifemaker's Association. I was one of the first two makers to receive the Beretta U.S.A. Award for Outstanding Achievement in Handmade Cutlery in Dallas in 1986. Just recently, I won the Best Folder Award at the 2002 Spirit of Steel show in Mesquite, TX. Also, I won the best collaboration award at the 2006 Knifemaker's Guild Show. I won two very prestigious awards at the 2008 Knifemaker's Guild Show, "Best Art Knife" and "Best of Show." And, at the 2009 40th annual Knifemaker's Guild show in Louisville, KY I won the "Best Folder" award. With exception of engraving and scrimshaw. I'm the sole author and do no outsourcing of any of my work. Hobbies include large scale radio controlled aerobatic airplanes, fishing, and I'm an avid race fan. |
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