Welcome and Thank you for your interest in Jim Parker Custom Knives
I began making knives part time in 1990 while I was on the force as a PA state policeman. My 1994 retirement allowed me to become a full time maker, as well as spend more time at my other interest that of a professional wildlife photographer.{Picture of Jumping Mt. Lion}
I offer a variety of knives from hunters to fancy folders. The steel I use the most is 440-c or ATS-34 with the fancier knives done in damascus steel from the BEST forgers in the country in a variety of patterns.
I can customize a knife to your personal taste by adding file work, exotic handle material such as mother of pearl, fossil walrus ivory mastodon ivory, stag or a variety of exotic woods. My knives are all supplied with a hand sewn custom leather sheath made by my wife.
I am a member of the Professional Knife Makers Association and my knives have been pictured in a number of different knife publications.
I have a saying Theres no reason a good working knife cant also be a work of art.