Ax by John Donaldson

Photographed at the 2016 CLA Show by Jan Riser.

Kyle Willyard Knife for Jeremiah "Jake" Browning ~ November 7, 2018 AD

As part of a grandfather’s continuing tradition to his grandson, Jeremiah David Browning - this is the 9th handmade knife made by friends for his birthday. This year’s outstanding knife is by noted knife maker, Kyle Willyard from Bloomfield, Indiana. “Jake” received this knife for his 18th birthday, November 7, 2018.

Kyle created a handsome knife with an antler handle with “HDW * JDB Nov. 7, 2018” engraved around the silver bolster. Jeremiah’s initials are engraved on the silver end cap. Two hearts are stamped in the blade.  In the continuing tradition, including two hearts in some artistic manner become an artistic note among the artists making Jake’s knives. The blade is stamped with Kyle’s touch mark.

This is the 9th knife made for the continuing tradition from a grandfather to a fine grandson. Last year’s 2017 knife was made by Steve Auvenshine, the 2016 knife was made by Frank House, 2015 by Doug Delsemme, 2014 by Todd Daggett, the 2013 - Daniel Casey, 2012- Joe Seabolt, 2011- Glen Mock, and the first, the 2010 knife was made by Ian Pratt.

Thanks to all nine artists for making my grandson’s gifts extra special.

H. David Wright

Gallatin, Tennessee

November 7, 2018

Copy and photos supplied by David Wright.

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Flyer and copy supplied by David Wright.

Plate by Lisa Crews

Photographed at the 2016 CLA Show by Jan Riser.

The Robert Weil Collection: Antique Tinder Lighter

Antique mid 18th century continental tinder lighter. Early box lock design with exposed internals. Excellent condition full working order. Match compartment below grip swings out. Beautiful patina has not been cleaned. Length 7.75” $875 plus shipping.

For more information contact Robert at robertweil@earthlink.net 

Copy and photos supplied by Robert Weil.

Ian Pratt Rife with Maryellen Pratt Hunting Pouch

I had previously posted some or Ric Lambert's great photos of this rifle, thought I'd post a few shots taken after I did some additional finish work. Also a couple showing the awesome pouch (by Maryellen) and the accoutrements that went along with the rifle.

Copy and photos by Ian Pratt from Contemporary Makers Facebook.

Quillwork Bag by Bill Wright

Photo supplied by Bill Wright.

Work by Clifton Hicks

Photos supplied by Clifton Hicks.

Raid on Martin’s Station Horn by Kevin Hart for Scott Morrison

The horn measures 13 inches along the bottom edge, it sports a Walnut butt plug and a brown throat with a turned white deer antler tip and plug.  The theme is about various raids by Indian tribes during the year 1776 on Martin's Station.  On the obverse there is a map of Virginia, the Wilderness Road, the Warrior's Path, and Martin's station.  There are a few design elements on the horn similar in style to noted 18th century horn maker’s John Bush and JW Carver.

Copy and photos supplied by Kevin Hart.

Hunting Pouch by Maryellen Pratt

Photographed at the 2018 Tennessee Kentucky Rifle Show by Jan Riser.