About Me

Hi, I'm Stephen Stumbo, I'm 18 yrs old, and a self taught knifesmith/blacksmith. All through my childhood I've had affinity for blades, probably starting with my first pocket knife. At 12 I tried to grind a knife out of a sawzall blade, and was so proud of how it turned out. At 14 I convinced my dad to help me make a forge so I could try blacksmithing. After building the forge I had a rough time getting started, but after meeting a local blacksmith and getting some tips, I went at it. About a year into blacksmithing (2009) I decided to try my hand at making knives. I started out terribly, but I've slowly been progressing to where you see now. Take a look around, and let me know what you think, you can also find me on facebook to keep up with the goings on around the ole smithy.














Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Kitchen peppers - Wip Part #?

Got the first one shaped, sanded, and stained, and I like how the bolsters look (as did the mother), so mums, and the other knife will get brass bolsters.

This first one has few more touches it needs on the handle, then a good sharpening. Should be done tonight, the others will be glued today, and finished soon.


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