HM cuchillos, in Argentina. Anyone seen his work?

[rc51kid]

I apologize if this is not the right forum. But i am traveling and looking for a "Argentina" style knife to bring home. Really don't want a show piece. Looking for a small skinner or small blade to use. Maybe something bigger as a gift. I came across this local maker. I am going to meet him at his house tomorrow. To me meeting the craftsman makes the who experience so much better and adds to the story. He uses a lot of high Cabon steel like 1095, Can that work well for a field knife or skinning knife?

I really like some of the basic designs he is putting out. Simple and clean with some Argentinean design showing through.
I really like this one

HM Cuchillos Artesanales Patagónicos

HM Cuchillos Artesanales Patagónicos, San Carlos de Bariloche. 1.144 Me gusta. Cuchillos Artesanales de la Patagonia, 100% hechos a mano en San Carlos de Bariloche. Hojas únicas, de diseño, con los...

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and this one for myself

sorry again if this is in the wrong forum or if i need premium to post Somone's work.

Looking for something larger for my father in-law like this:

Has anyone come across these knives or the maker? even if you haven't any opinions?

 

[rc51kid]

Sorry if this is the wrong forum. But i am going to meet the maker tomorrow and would like a few of his knives. For me i a interested in a smaller used for hunting like the:

some of the larger ones interest me as a gift for my father in-law.

I know he uses mostly steel like 1095. But can that work well for a field knife? Any opinions about the knives? i felt they looked nicely done.

Here is his facebook link

HM Cuchillos Artesanales Patagónicos

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[dogstar]

I like #3.
Nothing wrong with tried and true 1095.

 

[rc51kid]

I like #3.
Nothing wrong with tried and true 1095.

that was my thought for a working blade. not any super steal but it works.

 

[Hammer67]

that was my thought for a working blade. not any super steal but it works.

1095 definitely works for a field steel, esp. if it's had a good heat treat.

Those two larger blades definitely got my attention. Where in Argentina is the maker?

 

[Enzo’s Woodshop]

I have used many knives in 1095. It’s a nice steel for easy edge maintenance. Even with just a field sharpener it’s quick to bring back to razor sharp.

I like some of those knives you pictured, seems like a good maker!

 

[rc51kid]

1095 definitely works for a field steel, esp. if it's had a good heat treat.

Those two larger blades definitely got my attention. Where in Argentina is the maker?

Outside of bariloche. I will let you know how the visit goes tomorrow.

 

[Hammer67]

Outside of bariloche. I will let you know how the visit goes tomorrow.

Cool. I have a knife I bought from a maker in El Bolson years ago. Still use it to this day.

 

[hank_rearden]

I take it the double-edged long knife is a facon, the knife gauchos always carry diagonal in a sheath in their backs.

 

[rc51kid]

I take it the double-edged long knife is a facon, the knife gauchos always carry diagonal in a sheath in their backs.

I think a lot of his knifes are styled after that

 

[rc51kid]

I hope he does not mind me posting his pictures here.

 

[Thorgrim]

I like the looks for that last pig-sticker. Is it high-carbon steel, or is that just a surface treatment?

 

[hank_rearden]

Then his sheaths should have a belt clip.

 

[Alberta Ed]

Cool knives. Great pix. Thanks!

 

[rc51kid]

Then his sheaths should have a belt clip.

you are correct. After talking to him today i don't think he specifically borrows from the Facon. I think his knives just have that influence. I never really understood the "BBQ set" that you see a lot down here. He explained to me that in Argentina when you are invited over for a BBQ, you often bring your own knife and fork. You also often bring your own "board" that you eat off of. That way no dishes for the host to do. They are practical but also "show off" a little that you have a nice set of knife/fork. Kind of a cool tradition. But i still would never use it. I have different needs.

 

[rc51kid]

I meet the guy today and he is super nice. He had a limited stock so i didnt find what i wanted. But i did handle his personal EDC and i loved it. This is the one i handled!

I will be ordering one and have him ship it to me. I am thinking it will be used mostly for more detailed work cleaning game. Would you guys go 2mm or 3mm for that?
I am thinking orange and gray scales like the one posted above. Or something with a linin micarta.

I did pick this one up for my father in-law.

 

[dogstar]

FFG = 3 mm
Saber grind = 2 mm