Engraved Knives with BG Blades - Houston Engraver

I have always found it to be very interesting that happenstance meetings can create connections that you didn't see coming.  This past summer, I was engraving wine bottles at a store on a random Saturday.  A tall gentleman, Bastian (@BGBlades on Instagram), and his son approached my table and requested to have a bottle engraved.  During the engraving, he asked about my work and what other materials I worked in.  I told him that I had a weak spot for glass and metal.  Although I have engraved in wood and ceramics, my preference was with glass and metal.  He then mentioned that he made knives and would like to collaborate with me on a knife.  After that meeting, I went to Europe for a month and honestly forgot about the engraving conversation.  

Upon my return, Bastian emailed to schedule time to bring a stainless steel (my favorite metal to engrave) knife.  About a week later, I returned the engraved knife.  What I didn't realize was that at the same time, he had contacted a gentleman (@_the_blank_space_ on Instagram) to create a beautiful handle.  The final product is shown above.  I love it and I hope that you do as well!  Cheers!

Peace & Love while Slinging Ink®