Rabuck Handmade Knives and Leather

Rabuck Handmade Knives and Leather Handmade and custom fixed blade knives and leatherwork by Jason Rabuck. Where beauty and function co I began working on designs and acquiring better tools.

BACKGROUND
I shaped my first knife in 2004 out of an old file heated in a propane forge. I had a few of the tools needed from my work as a farrier (horseshoer), such as the anvil and forge. The act of making those first couple of knives was a surprising emotional event! To be able to construct such a simple, yet vitally important tool was just an incredible feeling. I was immediately obsessed and

became committed to improving my skills. DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
I strive to combine beauty and function to create useable works of art! It is my desire to elevate the knife beyond being just a tool. I am constantly intrigued by the various combinations of materials and how they affect the overall aesthetics of the knife. METHODS
My blade and overall designs are as original as I can make them. All my knives are 100% sole authorship, including the heat treatment of the steel. I also construct and hand stitch my sheaths. Many of my current knives are made using the stock removal method (the excess material is removed by grinding, sanding, or filing). The steel and guard material is supplied to me in raw bars of different thickness and width. After rough grinding the knife profile I then free hand grind the edge bevels. Next is the heat treatment phase which renders the blade into an efficient cutting tool. This is followed by final polishing and the attachment of guard and handle. In the end it comes down to a lot of patient handwork to achieve the final polish, look, and feel. Periodically I will bring a knife blade to life through the traditional "bladesmithing" method of forge and anvil. This involves patiently heating the steel and shaping it by hammer to form the shape of the knife. The artistic process is able to really flow if I allow the piece to just take me where it wants to go…

LIFESTYLE
I live with my wife and daughter near the "Big Woods" where we live a rich life that revolves around the seasons and cycles of nature. I am an all-seasons outdoor enthusiast. I find much of my inspiration, rejuvenation, and energy from my time spent in Nature. I enjoy a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including: wilderness travel (canoeing and backpacking), hunting, fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing, and general fitness. I started on my road to self-employment as a farrier in 1999. That profession led to an obsession with horse training, which I do for other people on a part time basis during the warmer months. I am constantly working on improving the relationship with my own horses. An avid musician, I performed harmonica, vocals, and guitar in my blues band Live End for several years. I continue to perform with others and as a solo act.

Hello from our new location in Ely, Minnesota! Booth #33 at Ely Harvest Moon Festival Today, Friday 9/6 until 5; Satur...
09/06/2024

Hello from our new location in Ely, Minnesota!
Booth #33 at Ely Harvest Moon Festival
Today, Friday 9/6 until 5; Saturday 9/7 from 9-5; Sunday 9/8 from 9-3.

Knives, supplies, anvil, forge, and much more!Preview Day is tomorrow, May 17 from 2-5 pm
05/16/2024

Knives, supplies, anvil, forge, and much more!
Preview Day is tomorrow, May 17 from 2-5 pm

A few examples original gift items available right now. Call or message to set up a studio visit!
12/21/2023

A few examples original gift items available right now. Call or message to set up a studio visit!

15 new items added to shared album

Only thing missing is you ☺️ Follow the yellow signs.
08/12/2023

Only thing missing is you ☺️ Follow the yellow signs.

07/14/2023

Great day in the knife studio!

Coming up quick! Site #1 here north of Springbrook. Joined by Chris Bulovsky - selling his unique, handmade, very usabl...
07/13/2023

Coming up quick! Site #1 here north of Springbrook. Joined by Chris Bulovsky - selling his unique, handmade, very usable kitchen utensils.

Selling the wares - Saturday as usual!
05/26/2023

Selling the wares - Saturday as usual!

If you happen to be near Buffalo,WY... Leather and Canvas available for a limited time at Wyoming in Color! Also will ha...
08/15/2022

If you happen to be near Buffalo,WY... Leather and Canvas available for a limited time at Wyoming in Color! Also will have a table set up outside the store Friday, August 18 from 6-8pm. See you soon!

A few items available at the Canoe Heritage Day event Saturday.
05/28/2022

A few items available at the Canoe Heritage Day event Saturday.

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W3080 Hay Lake Road
Springbrook, WI
54875

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+17154163963

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