Aaron's five JS presentation knives. This dramatic hunter shows the influence of knives by Mastersmith Ed Fowler, with the deep bellied blade shape. The clip point blade was differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil

This dramatic variation on the classic Pronghorn Hunter shows the influence of knives by Mastersmith Ed Fowler. The drop point blade was differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil quenching three times. Many thermal c

This dramatic hunter shows the influence of knives by Mastersmith Ed Fowler, with the recurved, deep bellied blade shape. The long, drop point blade was differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil quenching three times

This dramatic hunter shows the influence of knives by Mastersmith Ed Fowler, with the recurved, deep bellied blade shape. The long, drop point blade was differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil quenching three times

Aaron Wilburn was honored as a ABS Journeyman Smith in June of 2009. When a maker tests to become a journeyman, they create five knives that are the height of their work at the time. This is one of those masterpieces.

This dramatic variation on the classic Bowie shows the incredible craftsmanship of Aaron Wilburn. The drop point blade was differentially heat treated, bringing the edge to critical temperature then oil quenching several times. Many thermal cycles and nor