VINCENT ROBERTS

 FORT HENRY CUSTOM KNIVES 

   I grew up in rugged mountain terrain and as a true "Appalachian American" I learned to fish, farm and hunt - all of which involved the use of a knife. 

I am a Decorated Veteran of the United States Marine Corps.  During my assignments of leading Hard Core Men on Missions in the absolute toughest environments in the world, my Marines and I relied on our Ka-Bar knives just like thousands of couragous Marines who came before us. In my extensive travels I have used my knife in every climate and in many unusual situations.  I know what is important in a Blade and a Sheath. 

   In the early 1990's I bought my first Custom Fixed blade. I became a Knife Dealer in 1999.  For over a decade I have been Buying, Selling and Trading in Custom knives by Makers that include but are not limited to - Harry Morseth, John N. Cooper, Bob Dozier, Rudy Ruana, Randall Made Knives, Herb Derr, Wayne Hendrix, Randy Lee, D'Alton Holder, Bob Lay, Daniel Crotts, Geno Denning and many others.  

      I am an avid Outdoorsman.  I enjoy Fishing, Hiking and Camping and Competitive Marksmanship.  I am a student of Knife history and I enjoy learning about the Makers who pioneered the custom knife making industry.  I am a writer and occasionally submit an article for publication on a Maker or knife that I find particularly interesting. I am also a reluctant Knife Maker, I have been fortunate enough to spend time in the Shops of several well known Makers who have attempted to assist me as I progress, though my progress is slow, I say this to illustrate that I understand what a difficult craft knife making can be and I have an intimate knowledge of what goes into a quality fixed blade.    

   I love the knife business.  However, I limit my dealings to knives that are  extremely well built and to Makers who are honest and offer superior products, some Makers do not make the cut with me and you will not see those names on my website.  

I welcome you again, feel free to email me with any questions you may have.  

 Sincerely,

 Vincent Roberts

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