Knifemaker
Andrew Bell
A Bell Custom Knives
Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal
In Andrew’s own words
I attended my first knife making course back in 2001 with Andrè Thorburn. Some years later I was able to setup a workshop of my own. I have been making knives now for the past 5 year. I make mainly daggers, hunting knives and an Everyday Carry (EDC)
Gentleman’s Folder liner lock.The EDC Gentleman’s folder is one I particularly like. I find it is possible to carry this in any sort of attire from gym shorts to formal work trousers.
Written for this directory in 2020.
Past work
These pieces show Andrew’s style; most have found owners. Ask what’s on the bench now or commission your own.
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AB Stainless Steel Liner Lock
Steel: Balbachdamast Large Rhombi Stainless Damascus · Handle: Raffir Dyed Stabilized Burl with anodized Titanium liners · Edge Length: 60mm · Height: 15mm
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AB Red G10 Liner Lock
Steel: CPM154 · Handle: Red G10 with anodized Titanium liners · Edge Length: 62mm · Height: 15mm
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AB Green Micarta Liner Lock
Steel CPM154 · Handle Green and Black Micarta with anodized Titanium liners · Edge Length: 57mm · Height: 15mm
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AB Blue G10 Liner Lock
Steel: 1085 · Handle: Blue G10 with Anodized Titanium Liners · Edge Length: 58mm · Height: 15mm
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AB Bird and Trout
Steel: K110 · Handle: Micarta · Edge Length: 100mm · Height: 20mm
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AB Hunter
Steel: N690 · Handle: African Blackwood and Stainless Steel Bolster · Edge Length: 67mm · Height: 31mm
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AB Boot Knife
Blade is n690 with a stainless steel bolster and a maple handle with lead wood spacers. · This comes with a leather sheath.
