All Bladesmiths
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...
James Emmons: Journeyman Bladesmith Excellence James Emmons, an ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, is a rising star in the bladesmithing community, showcasing a blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative techniques. This title, awarded by the American Bladesmith Society, signifies James’s dedication and advanced proficiency in the art Read more...
Christoph Deringer: ABS Master Bladesmith Christoph Deringer is a distinguished figure in the bladesmithing realm, holding the prestigious title of ABS Master Bladesmith, a recognition bestowed by the American Bladesmith Society to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and craftsmanship in the art of bladesmithing. Read more...
Paul Savage, an ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, is a maestro in the world of custom knife making, blending passion and precision to create blades of unparalleled quality at Savage Knives. With 25 years as a certified general machinist and two decades in industrial knife Read more...
Jeremy Yelle: A Passionate Journeyman Bladesmith Introduction: Jeremy Yelle is a dedicated and passionate ABS Journeyman Bladesmith, specializing in creating unique, functional, and meticulously designed knives. At 22, Jeremy is living his best life, balancing his roles as a part-time knifemaker and bar Read more...
Greg Keith is an ABS Journeyman Bladesmith located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Keith forges a wide variety of high quality knives including some beautiful laminated, and san mai blades. He also employs hamons in a striking way, often. Read more...
Al Massey: A Journeyman Bladesmith with a Passion for Craftsmanship Introduction: Al Massey is a respected ABS Journeyman Bladesmith residing in Nova Scotia, Canada. With roots in Southern Ontario, Al has developed a profound passion for bladesmithing, stemming from his original interest in martial arts. Read more...
David Sylvester is one of very few Canadian ABS Journeyman Bladesmith hailing out of Compton, Quebec, Canada. Read more...
Burt Foster: A Master of Bladesmithing Passion for Bladesmithing: Burt Foster is a distinguished bladesmith with a profound passion for creating handmade knives. His love for knives stems from a deep desire for adventure and exploration, a yearning cultivated during his childhood spent Read more...
Wally Hayes: Master of Bladesmithing Master Bladesmith: Wally Hayes is a renowned ABS Master Bladesmith from Canada, recognized for his exceptional skills in crafting unique and high-quality blades. He holds a prestigious position in the American Bladesmith Society (ABS), a testament to his mastery Read more...