I started bladesmithing at the age of 18 when I started working as an apprentice under ABS Master-smiths, Kevin and Heather Harvey (Heavin Forge, South Africa). 

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After almost 3 years of full time apprenticing, I started my own workshop and I have been making blades ever since.

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I also obtained my membership to the Knifemakers' Guild of Southern Africa in 2012.

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My interest has always been historical pieces and particularity swords and daggers. I enjoy re-creating authentic pieces that are functional and based on historically accurate dimensions and styles but with my own creativity and style, to turn them into "Art blades" and collectable pieces.

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I strive for perfection in my work and it is an ongoing journey to improve the level of craftsmanship. 

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I currently reside on a farm in the South Western part of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. This is where I have my workshop and also run knifemaking courses from time to time