I was a Lisenced U.S. Merchant Marines Captain and owned and operated everything from Offshore Swordfish Longliners to Tug and Oil Tows.After my wife's death, I retired from the sea to pursue my second love: the Art of the Blade,Steel and Ivory.I have been a Carver and Schrimshander since the 1970's and avid Knife collector. My shop is The old carriage house behind our historic home which was built in 1880 on a campsite of Union General Tecumpsa Sherman on his march to Savannah during the Civil War Known as his "March to the Sea".Located approx.30 miles S/E of Chatanooga Tn. It has no windows or clocks and there is no concept of time.The work is done by hand, There are no computerized, high tech. or sophisticated machines in my shop. May it be hours, days, weeks,quality and beauty are what matters, not the time it takes to create.I use predominately American Materials in my Knives with the exception of the Ivory and some exotic woods.When possible I use Pre-WW2 metals for Creating my blades. This is because of the superior Quality of the hematite ore mined for WWII. I also sell collectible & vintage knives and Customise known QUALITY USA and vintage German Steel Blades. I will Gladly do Custom orders and Restorations.Custom orders are handled through the store and serve as a binding contract between both parties. Just remember I am one Man and do not work by today's "hurry up just get it finished" standards.I sell no junk and personally clean and inspect every knife I sell. I prefer Quality over Quantity and back them all with a 100% money back Guarantee.If Item is not as described or misrepresented Simply notify me and return within 7 days of receiving the item, for a full refund!!Including Return shipping by same service as item was shipped please get a tracking Number for both parties protection.All Prices include Free Shipping to USA and Canada. Other international shipping depends on location. Because of laws, I cannot ship to the UK. I will not be held liable for Customs Delays on over-seas shipments. Feel free to check my feedback at my ebay store, Captain Robs Treasure Trove or user name hebelroberts123. Thank you Capt.Rob.