Hello All! My name is Ed Caffrey, ABS Mastersmith. I just happened to stumble upon these forums a couple of days ago while taking a break in the shop. I figured since I spend some time in Alberta with my good friend Jim Clow, as well as a bunch of other great makers, and since Montana in sort of "southern Alberta" anyway, I'd join up! I might know some folks around here....but may not recognize the screen name(s).....so if we've run into each other anywhere along the way, drop me a note and let me know! My shop is located in Great Fall, Montana....just a couple of hours from the Border. I'm a retired US Air Force Master Sargent, and have been a full time Bladesmith/Knifemaker since 2003. My "career" in knifemaking has spanned over 25 years. I guess what keeps me so interested in Bladesmithing/Knifemaking is that ever day that I walk into the shop......I learn something new, and always have a new challenge.
Hey good to see you on here with us crazy Canuks. I'm sure your input will be a benefit to all of us Brad
Welcome to the forums. We have a great bunch of folks here who are always willing to help another maker. Even though we're still a small forum we have a good mix of skilled craftsmen and not-so-skilled beginners (like me). I hope you enjoy your time here.
Hi Ed! Nice to see you on this forum! Looking forward to catching up with you at Jim Clow's southern Alberta Hammer-In next month! Jim T
Hey Ed, really glad to see you on the forum! I am sure that we'll all benefit from your presence here. Cheers, Chad
Welcome to the forum Ed. Man, I'm sure happy to see how this forum has grown since it was started not that long ago. Almost to 200 members. Pretty darned good!
