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Showcasing scrimshaw art on knives. also welcoming discussion on scrimshaw tools and techniques.

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Started by Jan Carter. Last reply by Andy Larrison Jan 3, 2018. 19 Replies 0 Likes

Some of my fileworkPosted by kaleb reynolds on January 23, 2010 at 20:20 Just joined here and thought I would show a…Continue

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Need some information on artist "Adams"

Started by Steven Susman. Last reply by Jan Carter Oct 3, 2017. 16 Replies 3 Likes

Trying to identify a scrimshaw artist on this TRO knife. Probably done in the 80'sArtist is Adams bur can't find any info…Continue

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Scrimshaw Artist Wants to Connect

Started by Michael Cohen. Last reply by Doug Webber Aug 11, 2015. 7 Replies 4 Likes

Hi Everybody,I feel a little bit over my head here, as I have very little experience with the knife collector community. I hope my posting here is not out of line.I'm a long-time scrimshander, having…Continue

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Does anyone know who scrimshaw artist MW is?

Started by Charles Sample. Last reply by John McCain Sep 26, 2014. 4 Replies 2 Likes

I won this knife on an ebay bid. It is scrimshaw and is signed MW. Does anyone know who the artist might be?…Continue

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Comment by Bill Fletcher on December 23, 2016 at 20:00: I am fortunate to have a few knives scrimshawed by Brad, aka TXForce. This Back Pocket remains my favorite. Case XX 2011 Back Pocket - Tony Bose Smooth Antique Bone TB61546 SHOT Show Exclusive - End of Trail Scrim by Brad O'Brien - A true gentleman and friend (1943 - 2015).

Comment by Jan Carter on June 15, 2014 at 6:40

I found some amazing kits to learn scrimshaw! I just had to share them, seems there are many versions

http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=42_140&pro...

The Mollyjogger kits come with the knives assembled. They are available in a Trapper, a lockback and a sunfish

Choose from knife style: Lock-back (3 5/8” closed) or Trapper (4 1/8” closed).

Kit Includes:

One Natural Bone Handled Pocket Knife (Imported)
Harden Steel Scribe
1/2 Dram India Ink
Bamboo Tracing Tool
Carbon Paper
Fine Steel Wool
Ink Applicators
Step by Step Instructions and sample graphics

http://www.mollyjogger.com/products/scrimshaw-heirloom-knife-kit

Donnie is SOOO getting one of these for a stocking stuffer!!

KnifeMaker Comment by Stefan Albert on March 14, 2014 at 12:11

Comment by Chuck Parham on October 28, 2013 at 17:06: Here is another Barlow Scrimshaw knife I picked up.

Comment by Alexander Noot on September 25, 2013 at 4:52: Chuck, about that tooth being resin or actual tooth. I found this:

https://www.rubylane.com/blog/Mark-Chervenka-Clues-to-Fake-Sperm-Wh...

Some usefull information there, based on that I suspect your piece being a resin piece.

Comment by Jan Carter on August 23, 2013 at 14:49: Hutch,

That is a kind offer and great way to help the budding artists. Stefan, that is some great detailed work!

KnifeMaker Comment by Stefan Albert on August 23, 2013 at 14:34

KnifeMaker Comment by Stefan Albert on August 23, 2013 at 14:34: last scrimshaw

Comment by Rick "HutcH" Hutchings on May 20, 2013 at 10:45: Chuck send me an address . I will send a cross section of scrap. I will buff the surface so you can scratch right away. On the buffalo horn try just scratching the highlight areas. Reverse is dramatic and you can see your working easier as you scratch. Fill it with white acrylic paint, and wipe away the excess immediately. I want in my lifetime for scrimshaw to be accepted as a mainstream art form. I will help any scrimschander get going. ...HutcH

Comment by Chuck Parham on May 20, 2013 at 10:25: Most of the lines are sharp edges with a difference in depth and width. I figured it wasn't a real tooth but I didn't buy it for its authenticity. I bought it more for an attention getter and a display piece. I am happy with it. I sure appreciate your expertise. I have Boones site and as soon as I am able to get back to work, I'll be buying some materials. I feel that I need to practice on some different materials and continue developing my skills. Thanks for your input Hutch!