Calling it quits, no more damascus

[DevinT]

Due to health problems, I am no longer making commercial damascus for sale. It’s been a good run. I will make some for my own projects.

I made my first damascus in 1986, started selling it around ‘89, went full time in the early ‘90’s.

We inovated several things that most makers use to this day.

It’s a sad day for me.

Thanks to all who have helped and supported us over the years.

Hoss

 

[jdm61]

We are all hoping that you got the date wrong. Today is April 3, not April 1.

 

[AVigil]

Sad day indeed

 

[DevinT]

We are all hoping that you got the date wrong. Today is April 3, not April 1.

Yeah, I almost posted this on monday but didn’t want to explain myself over and over.

Hoss

 

[shqxk]

This would be a sad day for knife community indeed. You sir, are truly the pioneer for the world of stainless damascus. Hope your health getting better soon.

 

[Richard338]

Damn, I'm really sorry to hear this. I'm sitting on a nice piece of your spirograph for my next project, but that's it.
Best wishes. I hope you stay active with some of the heat treat optimization you guys are working on.

 

[Bigfattyt]

Wow. Good luck in the future.

You have had an important impact on the knife world, and it is appreciated.

 

[DanF]

Sorry to hear that, wishing better health for you.

 

[Willie71]

Damn, I’m sorry to hear this. I was hoping to get you to make me some stainless Damascus for guitar bridges, pickguard etc this winter coming up.

Hope your health issuesget better.

Warren

 

[Seesteel]

My Respects to you Sir and thank you.

 

[Michael.Drinkwine]

Much respect, sir. It's a sad day to hear that your artisanship will no longer be available. You helped redefine what's possible and shared it with the world. Thank you for all your contributions, and I hope your health issues get resolved.

Michael Drinkwine

 

[john april]

sorry to hear this. we appreciate all the help you have given on the forum over the years.

 

[Insipid Moniker]

So sorry to hear this. You're one hell of an artist in a medium that's not recognized by many. I wish you well.

 

[AVigil]

I remember that one time a knifemaker, who no longer post here, was questioning DevinT forging knowledge LOL LOL LOL

Good times

 

[Kentucky]

Hate to hear that but I of all people understand. Least you can still work for yourself. That’s good

 

[milkbaby]

I was hoping this was an April 1st post too but no...

A few years ago, I got one of your knives, though not damascus nor stainless, secondhand and it became one of my favorite knives and still is today. It was one of the knives that inspired me to start making knives just a month later. Thanks, and best wishes for good health!

 

[Robert Erickson]

Sorry to hear that! I feel lucky to have been able to use a little of your Damascus. (More glad that I decided to keep one for my collection)

 

[Sam Dean]

Wow. Sad to hear, although hopefully a new chapter in your personal projects moving forward.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us!

 

[Carterwhopkins]

Sorry to hear Hoss. Take care of your self, and good luck with those personal projects. Hopefully, you will still hang around here.

Best wishes!

 

[DevinT]

I remember that one time a knifemaker, who no longer post here, was questioning DevinT forging knowledge LOL LOL LOL

Good times

Yeah, I remember that guy, he suggested that I read more and post less. Funny

Thanks everyone for your kindness.

Hoss