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amazing....... Bobby

Thanks to all for the warm welcome. Murph, I have a small working ranch in lampasas co. about 6 miles east of lampasas tx. I was born and raised in Arkansas on a dairy farm between subiaco and scranton. I was born in Paris Ark. I try to go back every year around decoration day (may 1 ). Bobby

Don't be dismayed.... That anvil can be rebuilt by any good machinist. I have seen a new top plate put on one and it rang as sweet as a brand new one. If the top is worthy, maybe a good pass or two on a surface grinder could fix it.... Good luck. Bobby

I knew a knifemaker from the Gatesville tx area. Donnie was an accomplished maker and mastered slipjoints and folders. I went to visit his shop with a friend and talked Mr. Gartman into taking me on as an apprentice. That very same evening Donnie Gartman had a heart attack and passed away...

Hello everyone, I am a retired Federal Firefighter who has been blessed with making knives for around 20 years. A fellow firefighter taught me and mentored me and is to blame for my addiction. My knives are users and are simple compared to a lot of makers work. I forge , heat treat and grind all...