Rick Dunkerley began making stock removal knives in 1983 and moved to forging knives in 1992.Working along with the other “Montana Boys” Rick has been extremely influential to the makers of folding knives throughout the United States. He specializes in one-of-a-kind mosaic Damascus folders, though he also makes an occasional fixed blade.

        Rick attained the American Bladesmith Society “Mastersmith” rating in 1997, and in 2002 was appointed to the Board of Directors.

        Rick has been highly sought-after as a teacher of the art of forging Damascus steel, Rick’s knives have been featured with photos and articles in knife publications worldwide, including appearances on the covers of Blade Magazine and Knives Illustrated.