CARBON & CORUNDUM

I never dreamed of becoming a jeweler nor a bladesmith as a kid; either a chef or a paleontologist were my top two choices. Growing up, I helped my father with his carpentry hobby along with a variety of home repairs. He taught me to work with my hands, to appreciate craftsmanship, and to take the extra time or effort to do something right. As a young teenager working towards Eagle Scout, I was introduced to Fred King (King's Edge in Cartersville, Ga), a journeyman bladesmith, and he taught me the overall basics of knife making and allowed me to forge a few blades in his workshop. From there, I went to the Blade Show and fell in love with the beauty of engraving, scrimshaw, and damascus steel displayed by the many craftsmen attending the annual Blade Show.