This multi-talented knife maker has started to make his mark on the custom knife making world.  Excellent handle ergonomics, fit, finish and flow are trademarks of this talented maker.  In 2015 Wess Barnhill won the prestigious George Peck Award for the best knife submitted by a Journeyman Smith Candidate at the Atlanta Blade Show judging.  In addition to making exceptional knives he does both engraving and scrimshaw.

His lines are clean and crisp.  There is no wasted effort on his knives. Every aspect of his knives is done with a purpose.  While having the look of a piece of art; a closer examination shows they are all business.  When held in your hand his knives have that perfect balance that makes them a pleasure to use.  Be sure to check out the Wess Barnhill knives from this ABS Journeyman Smith.

Robertson’s Custom Cutlery is your source for custom knives from today’s leading custom knife makers. We only feature the highest quality knives at value prices. Our custom fixed and folding knife selection includes tactical fixed and folding knives, presentation fixed and folding knives, bowies, hunters and skinners, and a large selection of forged blades. Les Robertson, author and owner of Robertson’s Custom Cutlery, is also a Field Editor for Blade Magazine and an instructor at Blade University. If you have questions about the content in this article or about any knife or maker on our website, you can contact Les directly at les@robertsonscustomcutlery.com or (706) 650-0252.