Hello!  My name is Ryan Hurd!  I am 16 years old and I am a bladesmith.

Statistics:

Length: 8 1/4 inches

Blade length: 4 1/2 inches

Maximum blade thickness:  3/16 inch

This knife was totally handforged by me using the traditional blacksmithing techniques that I have been taught.  I used recycled truck springs so it is environmentally friendly.  The only grinding done on the knife was the final sharpening of the edge.  This guarantees a well and quickly forged product and keeps the price low.  It was hardened in oil and tempered.  It was sharpened on Japanese water stones and then honed with a strop.

The handle is an African hardwood called Ipe.  It is a very nice deep red color.  It is very pretty and not common.

The price of this knife is $60.

A sheath is available for an extra cost.

Thank you for buying!