Announcement
Thanks for taking a look at my blades. I hand forge all of my knives. I use both a home built wood fired forge and a propane one.
My shop is in Southern Oregon.
I love to reuse and recycle materials into my work. Spring steel off an old Studebaker is often used in my knives. It makes for s very tough blade that is easy to sharpen.
I also use 1084 and O1 steels.
In my shop I'll list my existing blades as well as made to order custom listing. The custom listings can be viewed as a general menu and by no means complete. If you see something you like, but would like something different than options listed, message me directly, before purchase for more info.
I've learned bladesmithing through passion, trial by error and from other makers past and present.
Thanks for your interest!
Dave Hill
Earthcrack Knives
Featured items
Items
All Items
Reviews
-
Chase Keplinger on Dec 22, 2023
5 out of 5 starsHaven't given the gift yet but the presentation is amazing and it is very well balanced.
-
-
Andy on Jun 2, 2022
5 out of 5 starsA stunning blade given as a retirement gift, the recipient was overjoyed to had it. Well-balanced and good fit in the hand. Thanks again Dave.
-
Andy on Jan 29, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIf you are in the market for a truly exceptional piece of functional art, you are in the right place. I approached Dave for a custom, matched set of kitchen knives; 8"chef and 3.5"paring knife. The blades are made from the same billet of Feather-patterned Damascus steel. The bolster and rivets are polished copper and the handles are custom acrylic from AAOCustoms. My knives are gorgeous. The Chef balances perfectly just forward of the bolster, and is like a natural extension of my arm and hand. Paring knife feels nimble and precise. They both feel excellent in my hands. They exceed my expectations in every regard. I will be recommending Earthcrack knives to anyone looking for a new knife.
-
Andy on Jan 29, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIf you are in the market for a truly exceptional piece of functional art, you are in the right place. I approached Dave for a custom, matched set of kitchen knives; 8"chef and 3.5"paring knife. The blades are made from the same billet of Feather-patterned Damascus steel. The bolster and rivets are polished copper and the handles are custom acrylic from AAOCustoms. My knives are gorgeous. The Chef balances perfectly just forward of the bolster, and is like a natural extension of my arm and hand. Paring knife feels nimble and precise. They both feel excellent in my hands. They exceed my expectations in every regard. I will be recommending Earthcrack knives to anyone looking for a new knife.
-
Sabrina J-M on Dec 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsOutstanding customer service! Really appreciated the seller's help in getting this beautiful Knight to my boyfriend for me as I live out of state. I was also looking for a knife I took a picture of a few months ago that I saw in person. I inquired with the seller about it's availability and I was told it was avail and it was quickly shipped out after I purchased the knife. Derek loves the knife by the way! thank you for delivering his birthday gift for me since I could not be there in person! Also appreciate the sheath made for the knife!
-
Alex on Jan 27, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThrilled to have this beautiful knife. Dave is a super knowledgeable artist and incredibly helpful through the whole process. Reader, you deserve a treat, get that custom knife from Earthcrack.
-
kurt on Sep 21, 2019
5 out of 5 starsCan't say enough about Dave's skill and creativity. I bought this knife- my daughter's getting into cooking- and it's a unique blade that should make the experience phenomenal. As mentioned before, Dave's craftsmanship is amazing, and this blade is functional art. The buying experience was terrific.
-
kurt on Sep 21, 2019
5 out of 5 starsI met Dave in Portland and was wowed by his creations. Functional and beautiful. I've bought two knives (see the next review) and they are possibly the finest kitchen knives I've had. Not only are they excellent at what they do, but they are functional works of art, and add a level of visual enjoyment to the process. I will be back for more- special gifts for friends and family. His support through shipping and delivery was terrific, so six stars.
-
Steve on Sep 14, 2017
5 out of 5 starsLet me tell you about Dave from Earthcrack. If your looking for incredible custom knives at an affordable price, look no further. If you want great communication and to be involved in every step of the process then again...look no further. Today I received my knives and I could not be happier...I am over the friggin moon for these knives. Razor sharp, YES! Stunning beauty, YES! Impeccable workmanship, YES! I didn't know when we started that I would be able to decide on so many options to customize them to my hand. What options do you like for the scales? How about the wood type? What about the gaps and natural splits in the burl, how should they be filled? FYI crushed turquoise is the way to go. Hammered pattern on the blades? Why hell yes! Custom sheaths for each? Yes. Any additional charge for any of that? NO!!
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods