We teach knife-making and blacksmithing classes. We offer short classes and experiences beginning at 4 hours long, up to week-long classes. We also run a non-profit, Forging A Difference, specifically for Veterans, Law Enforcement, and First Responders. Read more...
Mud Dog Forge is a hobby knife shop ran by an American Bladesmith Society Apprentice. Mud Dog Forge is open to commissions and custom collaborations in addition to our regular experiments. We focus on hand forged blades with some stock removal. Each knife comes with Read more...
Image and some information sourced from Kenneths profile on the ABS Website. Kenneth Durham: ABS Master Bladesmith Kenneth Durham is a distinguished ABS Master Bladesmith, a title he earned in 2004, with a profound passion for bladesmithing and metalwork. He operates under the business name Read more...
Josh Hults: ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, Southern Forge Josh Hults is a dedicated and passionate ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, a prestigious title he earned in June of 2022. He is the founder and creative force behind Southern Forge, a renowned establishment specializing in crafting high-quality, meticulously designed Read more...
Michael Deibert: The Bladesmith Michael Deibert is a renowned ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, residing in Trussville, Alabama. With over 25 years of experience in bladesmithing and blacksmithing, Mike has dedicated his life to the craft, creating unique and functional blades and sharing his extensive knowledge through Read more...
