Hello all

[IanM]

Hi, my name is Ian and I have been making knives for a few years now. This has been a passion for me since I was a boy and I don't think it will be going away any time soon.
I seem to spend more time making tools and jigs for making knives than knives themselves at the moment, having just completed a hydraulic forging press for pattern welded steel and am in the process of finishing a Hugh McDonald rolling mill.
Today I have just finished my first folding knife, quite a milestone for me and the beginning of something serious!
I wish I had come across this forum years ago as I thought I was nearly alone in Australia in my obsession with knives.
Anyway cheers everyone
Ian

[Alicia LeCroix]

Welcome to ABF Ian I look forward to seeing some pics of your work and collection

[jt75]

Welcome Ian. Nice to have you here. Pull up a chair and grab a beer.

As Alicia said, looking forward to seeing photos of your work - particularly your first folder.

JT

[Svo351]

G'day Ian and welcome, you aren't alone any more, put up some pictures of your folder when you get time

[Dutchy357]

Welcome!!

G'day Ian and welcome, you aren't alone any more, put up some pictures of your folder when you get time

Hi Ian

Welcome to the forum.

I endorse what Svo351 has said!!

Dutchy

[dropbear]

Welcome Ian!

I look forward to seeing your work and to any wisdom you're willing to share about making knives!

Cheers,
Dropbear.

[KnifeKnut]

Welcome to the forum mate, can't wait for pics!

[CoppaTone]

Chant: "one of us, one of us". Welcome aboard Ian. Looking forward to some pics and the results of your pattern welding.

[International]

Gday Ian, I'm glad you could join us, looking forward to when you can get some pictures up.

[Stewart Townsend]

Welcome aboard