I run a tiny custom knife business on the Isle of Skye in the North-West Highlands of Scotland. I began learning the craft from my father while still at school, and have since learnt from some amazing knifemakers worldwide.

My blades are hand-forged, specialising in differential clay-tempering to produce the combination of toughness and flexibility that is made visible in the distinctive hamon. 

You can use this site to order an existing knife, commission a piece, or explore my work...

Skye Knives

My work embraces a wide range of influences, applied to pieces ranging from miniatures to short-swords (long sword treating facilities in the works right now). Currently, I am principally working in the Scandinavian and Japanese traditions, fusing historical techniques to create both contemporary and more traditional blades.

A consistent theme is working with island materials (woods, antler, historic iron) to forge pieces rooted in this island but showcasing its diverse historic and current international links. In the past, I have worked primarily on commission, but am now focusing on consignment work (for a 50% deposit, you can 'book' a work in progress for finishing).