Grizzly Bear
Well-Known Member
I am a 63 year old Newbie who has gotten the itch to make knives professionally. I have built a shop and bought
the best equipment that I could afford - TW90 grinder, Jet upright metal band saw, Baldor buffer, Heat Treat Oven, etc.
This is going to be a new carrier for me. I am retired and can't stand doing nothing. I need to get my juices flowing
again.
Unfortunately for me, I have recently been diagnosed with Glaucoma. I don't know how long I have before I can't see
anymore. I am in poor health but am getting better.
Do you guys think I have a chance at becoming a professional knife maker at this late stage in my life? I know most of
you guys started in your late twenties - thirties and have spent decades on learning your trade.
Can you suggest any good books to learn from. I am compiling my own manuals - Wood, Steel, Methods, Tools and
Metallurgy from internet searches, knife forums and U-tube videos. I am also going to attend Gil Hibben's knife class this October..
I would appreciate any advice and encouragement.
Thanks,
Grizzly Bear
the best equipment that I could afford - TW90 grinder, Jet upright metal band saw, Baldor buffer, Heat Treat Oven, etc.
This is going to be a new carrier for me. I am retired and can't stand doing nothing. I need to get my juices flowing
again.
Unfortunately for me, I have recently been diagnosed with Glaucoma. I don't know how long I have before I can't see
anymore. I am in poor health but am getting better.
Do you guys think I have a chance at becoming a professional knife maker at this late stage in my life? I know most of
you guys started in your late twenties - thirties and have spent decades on learning your trade.
Can you suggest any good books to learn from. I am compiling my own manuals - Wood, Steel, Methods, Tools and
Metallurgy from internet searches, knife forums and U-tube videos. I am also going to attend Gil Hibben's knife class this October..
I would appreciate any advice and encouragement.
Thanks,
Grizzly Bear