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David Allan Durr Forsyth, MO United States KnifeMaker: Like

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Feb 27, 2020

About Me: I am a Knife Designer, Knife Maker. I started making knives in1983. I am highly interested in Western American History and I studied the knife makers of the early years of our country. For instance, Russel of Green River Works used spring steel similar to hi-carbon and 5160 steels used today in factory cutting tools. By 1843 he and New England Knife Works had sent over 50,000 working knives westward on wagon trains in 50-gallon wooden drums for settlers, mountain men, buffalo skinners, and traders.

I have a desire to make knive swith the same quality they did back then. So I went to work on my first knife, a replica of the knife made by Mr. Black in Arkansas for James Bowie. After working 2 weeks, off and on, I finished the piece and that inspired me to continue in the trade I love so much. Since then I have worked hard to make quality knives for others to enjoy as I do. I still have that fisrt knife I made. I am now focusing my attention and talent on making collector's and art knives of unusual quality.

I live near Branson, Missouri. I have made custom knives for some famous musicians and vocalists like Ronnie Prophet, Rodney Dillard, and Leroy New, to mention a few.

Of late I have been asked to make the knives from the book KnorraSky for Author RA Knowlton. This series of knive can be viewed at www.KnorraSky.com.

I am also an author with two books published. See them on my site www.durrknives.com

Interests: Knife Making, High Country Fishing, backcountry pack trips, Western History, Flying, private aircraft

At 14:53 on February 27, 2014, Ron Cooper said…: Hi David,

So glad to hear you had a good show. And, yes. I have been following the weather reports for those of you who have had to endure this cold, harsh winter. Out west in Southern California we have had nothing but blue skies and sunshine accompanied by 85 degree temperatures all winter long. So boring. But I wouldn't have it any other way. We're suppose to have a monster storm blow in sometime tomorrow? Lord knows we need some rain!

So good to touch base with you. I hope that you are enjoying a peaceful birthday today and that this coming year blesses you with good health and financial prosperity.

Cheers, my friend!

Ron

At 12:14 on February 28, 2013, Ron Cooper said…: David,

I am truly honored to be your friend! Thank you so much for adding me. I hope you had a really great Birthday.

Cheers, my friend!