james/MKS Posted April 5, 2005 Report Share Posted April 5, 2005 My name is James Whitehead. I have been a bench jeweler for most of my adult life. I started as an apprentice when I was just past 14 years old. I'm done other things but I've always enjoyed working with my hands. As a jeweler I have worked with silver, gold and platinum. I have cast silver and gold but not platinum. Platinum I did mostly hand fabrication. Around 1981 I started making miniature knives. Around the same time I became interested in hand engraving. Being self-taught as an engraver I learned all the bad habits, some painful and some took longer. I've known Bob Weinstock for some years now and greatly admire his work. I would like to learn his skills in chasing and carving in metal. I should also say I'm 67 years old but I still enjoy what I do. Thank you for the Carving Path Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted April 5, 2005 Report Share Posted April 5, 2005 Welcome to The Carving Path James! That is a very lovely little knife! Janel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DFogg Posted April 5, 2005 Report Share Posted April 5, 2005 Welcome James. I remember going to the Guild show one year and the best knife at the show, by far was a minature Persian with Jade handle that you had made. Stunning work. It is a treat to have you join us. I hope you will share more of your work please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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