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Each Knife is an extension of myself.

Art is my passion, when you put one of my knives in your hand you are holding my energy, frozen in a practical and very functional art form.
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AKS-Demise
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AKS-Arshaka
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AKS-The Earth
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BOLVALRD Iron
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Folder #6, AK M3 - XERXES is ready for the New jou

Folder #6, AK M3 - XERXES is ready for the New journey. This is part of the new series of folders I’m working on. Stay tuned, I will send out the email to all the 𝗔𝗞𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 members soon. (𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌)

80CRV2 steel with Titanium hardware, carbon fiber Ironwood, and natural Micarta handle.
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Had a great time with @kraushaarnick at #AKUnivers

Had a fantastic weekend with @warriorbladeworks at

It's the 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗧 day! 💥 Shredd

It's the 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗧 day! 💥
Shredding away some steel with @combatabrasives 36 shredder.
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So proud of my first student at #AKUniversity. @ne

I had a fantastic first day at #AKUNIVERSITY with

I had a fantastic first day at #AKUNIVERSITY with @nek0demus. He worked hard and did an excellent job profiling, grinding, and heat-treating his kitchen utility knife. tomorrow we will continue to cleaning up the blade finishing up the handle and do the final assembly.
Stay tuned.

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This was a fun project. 8-inch brute-Deforge ERSHA

This was a fun project.
8-inch brute-Deforge ERSHAM made of 80CRV2 with multi-scale Framed construction handle in Buckeye wood and G10 liners.

She was another practice run for guard and collar construction, and I engraved the guard.

The sheath is not included, but she’s ready for her new journey, and you can give this beauty a new home by visiting the website. (𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌)

thank you for YOUR awesomeness.
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ARSHAKA, The blue Bowie from the 𝗔𝗞-𝗦𝗧

ARSHAKA, The blue Bowie from the 𝗔𝗞-𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗢 series.
AVAILABLE (𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌)

A brute-Deforge 80CRV2 with casted Sambar stag in Urethane Resins with G10/brass collar and deep engraved 80CRV2 guard & Brass pommel.
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I just updated the website with the new AK-Studio

I just updated the website with the new AK-Studio series. Visit the 𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌 and see “𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲."

𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚: These are all practice runs or prototypes for upcoming projects. They are not perfect and up to my usual standards; therefore, The prices are reasonably lower than my other series, and the sheath is not included.

Cheers and have a Fantabulous 4th.
Stay safe.
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It's all about the details.
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AK STUDIO SERIES
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘒𝘊𝘏𝘌𝘍 𝘔𝘪𝘥𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴.

Only 1 AVAILABLE (The Earth)
Price $𝟑𝟓𝟎 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱

Please visit 𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌.

Thank you for your support.
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AK UNIVERSITY Focusing on the needs of students lo

AK UNIVERSITY Focusing on the needs of students looking to sharpen their knife-making skills. Sign up for your next class before the summer schedule fills up.

• Knife-Making
• Forging
• Leather-Working
• Casting & Molding

You pick your days, and we'll work around our schedule to fit you in.
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📯I have New AKStudio Series AVAILABLE. These a

📯I have New AKStudio Series AVAILABLE.
These are all practice runs or prototypes for upcoming projects; therefore, The prices are reasonably lower than my other series, and the sheath is not included. Stay tuned for the coming posts.

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I have some very exciting news. As you know, I hav

I have some very exciting news. As you know, I have spent the last few months setting up and building my new facility. Now, it's time for a fresh start.

I am pleases to announce the grand opening of AK UNIVERSITY and our new campus in Orange County, California.

As of July 1st, I will be opening my doors to those looking to sharpen their knife-making skills.

Here at AKU, we focus on the needs of students. This handsome, 1,000-square-foot facility is just the first step AK University takes to bring high-quality education options to the knife-making community.

This event has been in the making for years but is well worth the time and effort. Over the years as I've worked with professionals and masters in design and manufacturing industries, I've realized that teaching is something I love. I love working with my hands, helping people, and serving the knife-making community. Now, I have the opportunity to do it full-time. Dreams really do come true!

For more information about AK University or to register for the classes, please visit us online at akuniversity.com (𝘓𝘐𝘕𝘒 𝘐𝘕 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘍𝘐𝘓𝘌) and If there is anything I can help you with, please let me know.

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From getting the game, to preparing the game. I ma

From getting the game, to preparing the game. I make them all. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ #knife #knifemaking #knifeporn #custom #knives #knifecollection #knifenut #knivesofig #akcustomknives #kalaniknives #akknives #andreaskalani #handmade #handcrafted #bladesmithing #knifelover #knifedesign #knifeobsession #knifepic #USA

Are you ready for it?
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I had a fantastic time over the weekend with @rpm_

I had a fantastic time over the weekend with @rpm_neil, @pmtenore, @brophybd, @rodpadre the @rvca crew here at the shop for some crash course on kiridashi.

We forged, smashed, and ground all day and made great memories. Thanks for coming over, guys, and looking forward to seeing you again.
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Finally, the forge is up and running. @rpm_neil di

Finally, the forge is up and running. @rpm_neil did the test drive, and he approved. ✨👌
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✨AVAILABLE, DM for purchasing inquiry. W2 steel

✨AVAILABLE, DM for purchasing inquiry.

W2 steel with deep Engraving and Hamon on the blade. The handle is made from artificial quartz and brass bolster with hybrid resin and amboyna burl wood. I named her “Life.” And the titanium leaf on the base represents the new beginning.

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All right, here is the piece I got ready for the @

All right, here is the piece I got ready for the @blade_show.

This was officially the first work from my new shop. The beginning of anything is the most essential part of the work. I was so overwhelmed and excited when I moved into the new place, and it was a bit struggle to get used to the new environment, and I had to push and motivate myself to start something.

So I designed this beauty from W2 steel with deep Engraving and Hamon on the blade. The handle is made from artificial quartz and brass bolster with hybrid resin and amboyna burl wood. I named her “Life.” And the titanium leaf on the base represents the new beginning.

if you’re interested to see this in the show make sure to stop by at @combatabrasives booth number 844.

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