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Our purpose:
- To inform and educate knife makers and the public about the art, science, technology, history, and culture relating to knife making and metalworking, and the proper care and use of these objects.
- To aid, assist and teach members. helping to advance their skill level and how to promote their craft.
- To follow our Standards of Conduct and Workmanship.
- To engage in other related activities which, in the opinion of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Custom Knifemaker’s Guild, promote and/or serve the foregoing purposes.
Our History
In October 2003, about 20 forward thinking men and women met in Swainsboro to try to determine if there was enough interest and commitment to bring about a custom knifemakers’ guild in Georgia.
As the day progressed, the one idea that seemed to be in the heart of each person in the group was that “forming a guild for fun” was not what we wanted to do. Each person represented that day expressed a deep desire to promote the craft of knife making in Georgia by educating the public on knives and knife making; and to teach members-and others interested in the craft.
As craftsmen and craftswomen, we understand that each person is at a different level in developing their skill. The goal of the Guild is to help each member increase their skill to the level they want to reach. We also pledge to adhere to and follow our Standards of Conduct and Workmanship. Meetings are held quarterly, across the state, at the homes & shops of members. At the meetings we have a general meeting and transition to demonstrations of specific knifemaking areas of interest.
Members are also given opportunity to try their hand at accomplishing what was demonstrated. Visitors interested in knives and knifemaking are welcome to attend our meetings.
The Georgia Custom Knifemakers’ Guild has some of the finest knife craftsmen and bladesmiths in the southeast along with nationally recognized leather craftsmen and engravers, Our Affiliate Members supplement the training and educational process by providing the expertise of a trusted source for the crafting supplies needed to complete a knife at all skill levels.
