Therefore, let me say that I am a hobbyist first and foremost and do not make knives for a living.

I don't smelt and forge the blades I work with, so I'm not a bladesmith cum knife maker in the fullest traditional sense.  I do design my blades and mainly commission reputable bladesmiths to make them for me to my design and specifications.  Some of the blades, such as those made from RWL-34 steel, are made from bar stock and some, such as those made from 52100 Bearing Steel, are hand forged from raw steel.      Occasionally I also obtain ready made quality blades in response to a particular request. 

I build and finish my knives by my very own hands and therefore, such knives are 'Handmade' by me. Where I take a standard manufactured knife and alter it sufficiently to stand out from the original, I then state that it's a 'Customised' knife.  The same goes for the Sheaths. I make most of my own sheaths, but sometimes I do use a ready made sheath if it's good enough for the purpose - I'll always say which is which though.

When I describe a knife I take full responsibility for the aspects that I have full control of, including the blade design and details.  However, when it comes to the actual blade material base specifications I rely on the details as provided to me by my accredited bladesmiths, who I trust. 

I strive to source and use only the best of materials and aim to make my knives to the highest possible quality, aesthetically pleasing and fit for the purpose intended. As I have no control as to how any knife I make is used, I cannot offer an open ended guarantee. However, should any material part of my knives fail I'll either repair or replace the knife at my expense.

When ordering a knife with horn, antler or wood handles etc., it is important to bear in mind that natural materials vary and are nowhere as perfect in form or looks as synthetic materials.  Therefore, allowances have to be made for such variations and inherent minor faults that are often part and parcel of a unique knife's character make-up. 

By acquiring one of my knives you are entrusting me to do right by you.  Trust is a two way fundamental principle that underpins our relationship.  I take great pride in what I do and will not knowingly act in such a way as to renege on my responsibility to you.  'Doing the right thing' by genuine honest people has, is and will always remain, a principle that I will uphold no matter what.

My ultimate aim is to make your knife commissioning and owning experience as best as I can make it.