Melk's knives

[Sharp & Fiery]

Sure! But just so you know, at my current speed (2 knives a year), the 'friend waiting list' is fully booked until roughly 2035!
And you might regret that when I start spam your watsapp with 15 pictures at 2 AM asking 'does this look symmetric to you?'

You sound like my kinda friend!!! Woohoo!

I don’t have whatsapp though…is this a deal breaker?

 

[Sharp & Fiery]

Also, if you would like to reply to a member and you want them to know…just put the @ symbol plus their forum name directly after…no spaces. Like this M Melk9

Or you can hit “quote” at the bottom of their post and then “add quote” in your reply box.

 

[oldmanwilly]

Wow, you have an entirely unique style that really catches the eye. Thank you so much for sharing, these are fun to peruse.

 

[fishface5]

Lovely stuff!!!

 

[cw619bladeguy]

Beautiful work !

 

[jfk1110]

STUNNING work........So when are you getting a makers membership so you can sell off your pile of stee there and buy new materials. For the next generation of blades.................

Love.the style.of your creations..........Great job

 

[Melk9]

thanks for the compliment !
jfk1110 For now, I prefer to focus on learning and enjoying making things without worrying about the commercial aspect but thanks for the advice

 

[Lorien]

I don't say this lightly: this is inspiring work.

 

[Melk9]

Lorien Thank you! I am especially touched by your words because your thread with Nick Wheeler, 'Stuck in the metal with you', was a major source of progress for me when I started making knives several years ago. I've read it dozens of times.

 

[d762nato]

Those knives look sleek and fast. Your style is certainly different but in a good way. How do you say unique.

 

[jfk1110]

Well you'd have no.problem emptying that stable sir...!!!!!!

Beautiful eye catching work....A pleasure to behold.....

Making me drool....... That green canvas one...........MY Favorite stuff........OD green canvas...........

Please do continue sharing your work.......... Happy New Year!

 

[JJ_Colt45]

I'm glad you chose to share some of your work with us. There are elements in your work that are unique and makes it stand out! Well done! ... I hope you find more time to pursue your passion.

 

[highcoast56]

Hi everyone, "Melk" from France here.

I'm an engineer by trade, but a few times a year, I get this overwhelming urge to lock myself in my windows left garage and sand steel and wood for hours. It's pure passion for me, I don't sell anything for now—I just make knives for the fun of this craft.

I guess I would classify myself as someone obsessed with fit, finish, and details... even the invisible ones.

I wanted to share some of my recent achievements with you all :

Steel: Uddeholm 26C3 ("Spicy White").
Heat Treat: Differentially heat treated
Handle: Wood-on-wood "Keyhole" construction (Walnut & Bog Oak)
Hardware: Hidden stainless steel pins
Construction: Tapered tang
Finish: Hand-rubbed satin

That's a beautiful looking knife and grip. Thanks for sharing it with us.

 

[Melk9]

Thank you all for your comments, it is very encouraging for me.

 

[braillediver]

Unique designs and beautiful workmanship. Love the first one.

Your workshop looks kinda clean and organized.

 

[Melk9]

Thanks!
for my workshop considering the size I have no choice than being organized