Several months ago I contacted Daniel Winkler and put in an order for a custom tomahawk, well tuesday he contacted me and said that it was nearing completion. Being that I live around two hours away we agreed that I would pick it up in person so this morning I set out for Blowing Rock.
It's an interesting drive as cutting through Morganton(elevation 1161) you climb around 2500ft to get there and feel as if you are ascending into the clouds. Dan's workshop is as remote as it is personal, this is a no nonsense shop set deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Upon arrival I was greeted with a handshake and willingness to answer questions and express his trade. His knives and axes are purpose made and look to be built to withstand extreme abuse, given his normal clientele, I can see why. Needless to say, I was impressed and will be ordering one of his belt knives soon.
It's an interesting drive as cutting through Morganton(elevation 1161) you climb around 2500ft to get there and feel as if you are ascending into the clouds. Dan's workshop is as remote as it is personal, this is a no nonsense shop set deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Upon arrival I was greeted with a handshake and willingness to answer questions and express his trade. His knives and axes are purpose made and look to be built to withstand extreme abuse, given his normal clientele, I can see why. Needless to say, I was impressed and will be ordering one of his belt knives soon.
