Joel Chamblin - what do you think?

Yes, I really like the polished gold bolsters on the second one.
 
Joss,

I have been thinking about placing a few slipjoint orders for a while ..... this thread has just pushed me over the edge. I have found Bernard Levines book a great reference for basic patterns, and for me the Congress is one of my favourites. The import ban on Tortoise prevents me from taking this one seriously, but its stunning.

Ryuichi's site is good ...... his wait list is 3 yrs by the way!

There was an absolute bargain of a Richard Rogers Sowbelly on the exchange last week .... I missed it by 2 minutes.

This could be a "slip"pery slope!
 
I own a few of his knives. :D

I have known Joel for well over a decade now and think very highly of him and his work. One of the most modest makers I know and his work is nothing short of fine even in places where few know to look. When you talk to him, do not be surprised if he comes across as trying to talk you out of buying one of his knives.

He also will get out there in creativity. To my knowledge he was the first modern multi maker to take on a true capped bolster Dr. knife for me.

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I treasure his friendship more than his top shelf knives. (not to mention his wife's chocolate chip cookies) ;).

As an added bonus, as kohai999 mentioned his knives are selling higher on the secondary market (higher as opposed to his price to make one for you).

Joss,

I have been collecting custom multi-blades for years. If I can help P.M. me and we can get in touch. Shaldag, Mike R, FastEddie and of course Coop are also great sources of information.
 
I just placed 2 orders, one for a teardrop with turtleshell, the other for a warncliffe whitler with checkered & piqued black pearl. I dealt with Sandi and the communication was impeccable.
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Joss, if you could consider a personal favor, check the origin of the turtle shell. It is supposed to be banned material in the countries where it is harvested, like Brazil, but there's a lot of illegal shells out there. If it's an antique, it's cool I guess.

Jeff
 
BrB said:
Joss, if you could consider a personal favor, check the origin of the turtle shell. It is supposed to be banned material in the countries where it is harvested, like Brazil, but there's a lot of illegal shells out there. If it's an antique, it's cool I guess.

Jeff
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Jeff - it's forbidden in the US to use anything but shell from antique artifacts.
 
Brandon, it's sending. Let me know if there's a problem.

I've learned a lot, and seen a lot of great knives, on the traditional forum here. Gus has been a big help there with his knowledge and willingness to share, but you guys know that already.

I really like reading about the patterns' history in Levine's book.

And lastly, I better call Joel and make sure I'm on his list! :D
 
Jeff - it's forbidden in the US to use anything but shell from antique artifacts.
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Thanks Joss. I think you are about to become the owner of a great piece.

Jeff
 
Joel and his wife get theirs from antique shops.

Once you meet Joel and spend some time with him, it will readily become obvious that he is not the type of person who would participate in anything close to shady no matter what the benefit. His knives also reflect that type of character in every way.
 
Well I never intended to question the maker's character in any ways, but there are some knife suplies dealers who don't care about the origin of their products, and the story behind them is not told to the maker buing. In any way, I think it's always good to keep heads up, and that surely works both ways. Whenever I buy wood or any animal material I really want to know where did it come from.
 
Brb,

Did not mean to come across that way at all.

I just know Joel pretty well and wanted to explain how I know he obtains the material. I know that Richard Rogers does the same type of thing. We are all good and I agree with you on knowing where stuff comes from.
 
Cool man, no harm here too. :)

I tend to contribute with information or any other mean anytime something that happens around my country comes up. I'm a patriot... something somewhat rare in Brazil these days.
 
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