Knifemaker

Tim Brown

Ensimbi Forge

Benoni, Gauteng

In Tim’s own words

Tim Brown, Blacksmith and Knifemaker. I am a part-time soon to be full time blacksmith and knifemaker. I am located in Benoni Gauteng.

I have been making knives and blacksmithing tools for the past 4 years. I am now in the process of becoming a full time maker.

I mainly do forged knives and I am currently in a dagger and sword phase. I also make blacksmith tongs and hammers.

Thank you for looking.

Written for this directory in 2020.

Past work

These pieces show Tim’s style; most have found owners. Ask what’s on the bench now or commission your own.

  • TB Dagger by Tim Brown4 photos

    TB Dagger

    Hand forged x-ray styled dagger. · Blade Material: 1085 high carbon with satin finish. · Blade length: 200mm (8 inches) · Handle/guard construction. Forged wrought iron handle with integral guard.

  • TB  Camp Knife by Tim Brown4 photos

    TB Camp Knife

    Hand forged full tang camp knife. · Blade material: 5160 with satin finish · Blade length: 250mm (10 Inches) · Handle Construction: Wild olive bolsters with Sneazewood scales.

  • TB Bowie by Tim Brown4 photos

    TB Bowie

    Hand forged frame handle bowie. · Blade material: 5160 with satin finish · Blade length: 300mm (12 inches) · Handle construction: Frame handle from 5160 with base plate and pommel nut.