Introduction

[DReid]

Hi folks, greetings from South Louisiana. I am a recovering woodworking addict of 20 years who has pretty much kicked the habit by getting heavily involved with metalworking - lathe & mill for 6 years. I am now about to get started in making knives. Lord help me, here we go again.
Dennis

[Jon]

Hi DReid - welcome to HomemadeTools.net

We have a 12-step program here for recovering addicts here. Of course, steps 1 through 12 are all "build more tools".

How is the knifemaking going? Have you made your first blade yet?

[DReid]

Thank you Jon. I appreciate it. The knife making is getting there but I'm in the process of building a belt grinder so it will be a while yet. I am looking at plans on the site and reading tips from the members. I'll let you know when I have 1 finished. Might be a while yet, thank you.

[kbalch]

Hi DReid,

Welcome!

What sort of knives are you planning to make? We've got some really talented guys here, so post any questions you have to our Help Me Build subforum. You're sure to receive some useful input.

Ken

[DIYer]

Good to have you on the forum, Dennis. Plenty of fellow woodworkers, metalworkers, and knife makers here to keep you company.

[DReid]

Thank you guys! I feel at home.
Dennis