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Are the Craft Crowds Buying?

Hi folks. I'm pretty new to Crafthaus, but thought I might chip my 2 cents worth it. I don't really do much in the way of shows anymore, I got kind of burned out on them. I make high end, arty knives…

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November 3

Michael H Mara commented on Linda Lankford's photo 'Convergence'

Hey Linda. Well, I added you as a friend, I really like your work, this piece especially. Reminds me of some of my work.

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Michael H Mara posted the link Custom Handmade Knives - Neolithic Two Points Knife

Just sold this piece, shipped it out today.

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Michael H Mara commented on Glen Guarino's photo 'Asian_Interpretation_Table_HT2A'

This is amazing work. I'd like to do things on this scale, but the TIME involved. What did you price this at, if you don't mind me asking? I'm thinking $20K.

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At 2:12pm on November 1, 2009, Linda Lankford said…: I wanted to add you as a friend on Crafthaus, but crazy me, I can't figure out how to invite you!

At 9:09pm on October 15, 2009, Glen Guarino said…: Hi Mike, Thanks for the complements. The 1st Asian Table sold out of a gallery in Chelsea NYC. That resulted in a commission for a conference table & display case for the CEO's office Its intricate work but pleasant hand work. I hope to see more of your work, I would like to hear about what new pieces you are doing. Thanks, Glen

At 4:04am on October 15, 2009, Cristina Leonard said…: Michael, your wood hoard reminds me of my Dad, who carves song birds, waterfowl and fish. He has a stash of wood that he couldn't get through if he lived to be 300 years old!

At 4:34am on October 14, 2009, linnie mclarty said…: Hi Michael, thanks. I like your work too. It harks back to a time when craftsmanship & swordsmanship & skill with knives were on a par.
Are they purely decorative, or do you hone them to a scary level of sharpness?

At 11:54am on October 13, 2009, Ann Davis said…: Hmmm well, I guess I don't have a forge and from that book I read, It's really over the top for me to build one..not only that but it's against code here:))hahaha I did see somewhere some Aussies were making the blades out of pmc paper, so I thought about checking into that. I don't think fine silver could hold up, so I guess it would be ceremonial...but that's ok. Any ideas?

At 9:16am on October 13, 2009, Deborrah Daher said…: Hello, Michael - glad to hear you like my pieces, and yes there are subtle sensual references, as there are in your pieces, too.

Welcome to Crafthaus and glad to see you found The Society for Midwest Metalsmiths, too!

At 7:42pm on October 12, 2009, Jennifer Smith-Righter said…: You've also got some beautiful and interesting work!

At 6:36pm on October 12, 2009, Ann Davis said…: Wow I love your knives!!! Always wanted to make knives. Read a book on Damascus Steel once....that's an amazing process.

At 11:40am on October 12, 2009, Lorena Angulo said…: Hi Michael !
Great to meet you !
Your knifes are gorgeous !

At 11:34pm on October 11, 2009, Cristina Leonard said…: Thank you, Michael! Your knives are amazing. You choice of woods in the handles are beautiful.

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Where do you live

Willow Springs, IL

Place of Work (Firm, Studio, Institute, Gallery...)

Private workshop

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I have been doing silversmithing for 35 years, and have been a custom knifemaker for 7. I made hand crafted,one of a kind unique knives, combing artistic elements with functionality. Recently I've been experimenting with making jewelry with anodized Titanium and Niobium.

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http://www.radharcknives.com

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knifemaker, custom knives. blacksmithing, anodized Niobium jewelry, jeweler, silversmith, casting, sculpture

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