I primarily make folders of my own design as well as fixed blade hunting, fillet and woodcarving knives. I’ve also done some unique projects such as leather knives and knives for furriers. All of my knives are handmade one at a time using the stock removal method; each knife is truly one of a kind. I typically use ATS-34, 01 and stainless Damascus for steel. Handle materials I’ve used include stag, bone, fossil ivory, Micarta, carbon fiber and various exotic hardwoods.

My commitment to making knives started in mid-1983. It wasn’t long before what started out to be a satisfying hobby turned into a business requiring more and more of my free time. The increased demand for my work compelled me to strive for improved quality and craftsmanship in every succeeding knife I made. Each blade design is the result of careful planning, paying particular attention to form vs. function. Though I enjoy making my own versions of established standards, I feel it is also important to create new, innovative designs, but always with practicality in mind.

  • Ordering: I decided against a 'shopping' cart set up for any web sales. The main reason is that I like to have some kind of contact with a potential customer by phone or email. If you have any questions about my work or an available piece, please send me an email or call me. Dimensions for all knives are being prepared and will be added to the descriptions as soon as possible.
  • The East Coast Custom Knife show was a bust for me, through no fault of the show...blame the weather! A major winter storm hit the North East and though I tried hard to get there, I only wound up stranded at the Dallas/Fort Worth air port. Even if I could have made it from there, I would have missed two days of exhibition at the show. Oh well, there is always next year. My luggage, however, did make it to New York, and I'm hoping it will someday find it's way home.
  • The new Gallery images are currently a work in progess. I'm adding new knives and descriptions over the next several weeks, so check often. If a knife is sold, the image will be removed from "Available" and remain in the "Previous Work" Gallery album.
  • Kudos to my son Matt for building this new site. I hope you enjoy the new look as much as I do. Check out the new gallery and woodcarvers section.
  • My next show will the East Coast Custom Knife Show in New York City, Feb 22-24. If you’re in the neighborhood drop in. It’s always an impressive show.
  • If you get a chance, pick up a copy of “The Art of the Knife” by Krause publications. I was fortunate to have a knife pictured on page 128.