Hello from central KY

[Ken Lutes]

Hello I am located in central Ky. Winchester just east of Lexington. I have been lurking around the site for a while and I was just curious if there are any smiths on this site from Central KY?

I guess I should say a little about myself. I just recently retired from my paying job. I have been interested in 18th century muzzleloading rifles and knives since about 1970. I make 18th century rifles , hand forged knives and assorted related items. My job used up most of my time.. I haven't had much time for the last few years to make anything. Now that I am retired I will be getting back into a lot more. I started out making knives by stock removal method but switch over to forging them several years ago. Which I really enjoy a lot more. Anyway just wanted to say hi and was wonding if anyone during forge work was close by.

[781]

Welcome
Lets see some pictures
When ABANA had there conference in Richmond in 2008 there was talk there wasnt many active groups near there. I see Jeff Farmer who teaches at Brea (SP) college several times a year at various events.

[Frosty]

Glad you delurked Ken, glad to hear from you.

I'm in South Central Alaska if that helps. <grin> While I don't make rifles nor blades I am certainly interested to see your set up, especially your rifling rig.

Frosty The Lucky.

[Ken Lutes]

I will try to post some pics as soon as I get some new knives made. Frosty I wish I was good enough to forge barrels but I buy my barrels . Sorry