Custom Head knife

[BlackDragon]

I recently upgraded to a custom head knife from a local blacksmith, Eric Esterl.

My previous knife worked but dulled quickly and just didn’t hold up. Eric’s head knife is a whole different level—beefy, beautifully balanced, and razor-sharp. It slices through 10oz veg-tan leather like butter, and the edge retention is outstanding. It's overall length is 6.5", head width is 4.75".

You can tell right away it was made by a craftsman who understands both metal and leather.

If you're serious about your tools, I highly recommend checking out Eric Esterl at Element Esterl. This knife has already earned a permanent spot on my bench and I'm thinking of having a skiving knife made.

Element Esterl LLC on Facebook

[AEBL]

Very nice! I like the thick steel and full tang.

[Gezzer]

Looks like he tapered the tang , nice touch . 

[JDFred]

Very cool

[MarshalWill]

That looks like a mighty fine knife. The shape is much like one I have that works good except that it doesn't hold an edge well. Does he have a website or phone number for those who don't have a FB account?

[BlackDragon]

  On 5/16/2025 at 4:02 PM, MarshalWill said:

That looks like a mighty fine knife. The shape is much like one I have that works good except that it doesn't hold an edge well. Does he have a website or phone number for those who don't have a FB account?

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His contact info is 

865-258-3376

esterltristin@gmail.com

[MarshalWill]

Great. Thanks.