Tim hancock

Justin Schmidt

Justin Schmidt

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Someone posted on IG that mr Hancock has passed. Can anyone confirm this? If so it's a very sad day in the knife community. Guy is a legend in the community.
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Steve Shackleford
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The world of knives and bladesmithing mourns the loss of ABS master smith Tim Hancock, who passed away after a long illness.
Tim was one of the best-known and most widely respected bladesmiths in the business, earning his ABS master smith stamp in 1994. He won numerous awards for his knives, including his brilliant period bowies. He was a flawless forger of damascus and a tireless teacher of the craft, instructing at seminars throughout the country. He is the focus of an entire book by author and publisher David Darom titled "Tim Hancock: The Western Bladesmith." As Darom wrote, "This Western Bladesmith thrives on pushing the envelope of possibilities to create new and different charismatic knife designs that always reflect his affinity for the Old West." Tim's love for the West extended to forging various Western gear, including spurs and other accouterments.
Tim was a member of the Art Knife Invitational, 25 of the world's finest knifemakers originally spearheaded by the late BLADE Magazine Cutlery Hall-Of-Fame® member Phil Lobred. Entry is gained into the AKI only by a vote of the sitting members, so membership in it is a rare tribute.
Funeral arrangements are unknown at this time.
 
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