NEW - Forging the X-Rhea Bowie

Lin Rhea is an internationally respected ABS Master Smith known for his historically inspired forged blades and innovative X-Rhea knife design. Watch Lin as he forges one of his famous X-Rhea Bowie knives.

Filmed from start to finish, the video captures the complete forging process along with the practical insights, problem-solving, and craftsmanship that define Lin Rhea’s approach to bladesmithing.

Forging the X-Rhea Bowie

(Running Time: 2 Hours 45 Minutes)

Want to Make a Knife?

Want to make your own pocket knife?

Come take my two-day slipjoint class and build an EDC-B pattern folder alongside me. Whether you’re brand-new or an experienced maker, you’ll get hands-on time in the shop and go home with your own finished knife. Visit the Folder Class page for more details.

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Pantograph Templates

Got templates? If not, I can hook you up. I'm offering templates that can be used with pantograph mills for cutting out shields and pockets. These templates are made at a 4:1 ratio, and they can be resized to meet your particular needs. I can also build custom templates, if you want something that you don't see listed. 

Pantograph Templates

No Peen Head Spinners

After taking a couple of years off from building spinners, I'm back at it. If you're not familiar with what head spinners are or how to use them, then check out the video on the "No Peen Head Spinners" page. The spinner kits can be purchased in several different configurations. Follow the link below for more info.

No Peen Head Spinners

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Forging the X-Rhea Bowie

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Chris Crawford - Maker

In early February of 2001, a friend of mine sent me to a web site that showed how to make a knife with hand tools. Using that tutorial, I completed my first knife in mid February. It was a very basic skinner with oak scales. It wasn't the greatest knife, but I was very proud of it at the time.

I knew after completing that knife that I wanted to make more. I was fortunate enough to meet several other knifemakers in the area who were willing to take me on and teach me the skill.

I now primarily make folding knives, and my specialty is building slipjoints. I've always liked the traditional patterns, and there's nothing like the walk-and-talk of a well tuned knife.