Fred is a member of The American Bladesmith Society, and The Knifemakers Guild.

Durio Ladder Pattern damascus blade, Robert Eggerling quilted mosaic damascus bolsters, Elephant Ivory Bark Scales. Hand filed liners inside and out. Stippled back spacer.

Fred won the first ever ABS "fold-in" cutting competition. In this competition his folders cut the best and held a keen edge.