Kramp, David

"My exposure to traditional slipjoint pocket knives started at an early age growing up in Oklahoma. My father Ed Kramp began making traditional slipjoints in 1990. I have fond memories of watching him build knives. Thirty years later, equipped with a brand new grinder and some basic tooling, I completed my first slipjoint in April 2021. It was a classic Barlow with rag micarta scales and a modified sheepsfoot blade. I’d say my influences are a mix between my father, Tony Bose and Jared Oeser. I enjoy making traditional slipjoint patterns and will sometimes modify or add non-traditional blade choices. I’m currently fascinated with multi-blade folders and the challenges they present. I enjoying working with vintage phenolic micartas, vintage stag, mammoth ivory, and wood."