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Dependable KnivesA name you can rely on! Custom cutlery handcrafted by Don Kaschmitter
About the Knife MakerHi, my name is Don Kaschmitter of Dependable Knives, Davenport, WA. I have been interested in knives and using knives most of my life. I have only recently taken these interests and started my hobby of knife making. My military service, along with my engineering background has played a very important role in my custom knife fabrication. I spent 4 years in artillery in the Army during the 70’s. After an honorable discharge, I received a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and have spent 28 years in the engineering field. I have experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering. I have designed everything from heavy farming equipment to high speed robotics. I also worked a couple of years for Buck Knives as one of their “New Products Managers” managing the development and manufacture of new products.
I started out using finished blade blanks from some of the knife supply houses on the web. As I have gained knowledge in metallurgy, grinding and assembly, I have started fabricating my own blades. I use 440C stainless as well as 1080/1084/1095 high carbon steels. I have recently started working with John Davis, an award winning Damascus maker, as my mentor in Damascus fabrication.
Please look at some of the recent knives I have made. If you see anything you like, don’t hesitate to contact me.
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