White Tiger Knives reviews

Nick Clarke reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"I purchased this chef's knife making weekend course as a gift for my brother, and decided to come along too - which turned out to be a great decision. Steve is an excellent teacher with a wealth of knowledge, and a highly skilled craftsman. Spending a couple of days in his company, and using the often custom made equipment in his workshop we were able to produce a couple of completely unique knives that look great as well as being practical, and I am sure will serve us well for many years to come. Thanks Steve!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Nick Thank you for your review. I'm always really pleased when students enjoy themselves so much on one of my courses. As ever the two days are full on, but the time always seems to fly by. The knives that you and your brother made are what I like to say, functional pieces of art. They certainly will serve you both very well in the kitchen. Kind regards Steve"

Paul reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"The two day knife making course was excellent. Steve covered all of the stages in forging and manufacturing a hand made bespoke knife. Steve was personable, knowledgable and informative and I would recommend him to anyone who is looking to either start or to advance their skills at knife making."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Paul Thank you for your very positive review, I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your two day chef's knife course with me. I know that the knife you made will serve you very well in the kitchen. Kind regards Steve"

Malc reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Excellent day's knife making! Steve was a perfect host and instructor. Very patient with my errors (like constantly missing the knife when hammering it on the anvil, or grinding it unevenly), which he then corrected for me! Happy to explain what we were doing and why. Took us through the process to time, and helped us produce wonderful looking knives at the end of it. Can't recommend this course enough, a really good day."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Malc I'm really glad that you enjoyed yourself so much, it was a blast and you did make a rather special knife. I know that it will serve you well whenever you use it. Kind regards Steve"

Cameron Lightfoot reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Where to start really; the course was absolutely fantastic. From start to finish Steve was patient with my learning, enthusiastic about what I will be able to achieve and incredibly giving with his time and expertise. I have always enjoyed working with my hands and this was next level. The whole process from start to finish was great and seeing something both functional and aesthetically appealing come out at the end is a little mind blowing, as Steve says - “you wont leave here with something that just looks like a knife, it will be a knife”. Steve has really got something special going and I would throughly encourage anyone with an interest in blade smithing to book this course immediately, I can’t imagine you’d ever regret it. I will most certainly be back for another go."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Cameron Thank you very much for your kind words, I'm really happy that you enjoyed your two days in the shop with me so much. The knife that you created really is something a little special and will always be a talking point. Not only that I know that it will serve you well in the kitchen as well and like we discussed these tools really are functional pieces of art. I look forward to our next instalment in the shop and I'm getting my legal team to prepare a disclaimer just in case you decide to disappear down the knifemaking rabbit hole. Kind regards Steve"

Kerri Stickler reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Attended blademithing course today, Steve was very knowledgeable and guided us through every stage of the knife making process. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience, would highly recommend White Tiger Knives. Many Thanks Russell."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Russell Thank you very much for your review, I'm really glad that you enjoyed your day so much, once bitten there's no turning back. Kind regards Steve"

Rikki reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Made an absolutely stunning knife with Steve's support. Lovely manner, very patient and positive - considering he's an ex-grafter ;) Fab workshop in his gorgeous garden. Thanks so much :D"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Rikki Thank you very much for your kind review and for being such a capable student. You worked really hard to make and accomplish all of the required stages to complete your knife in the time that's available to us. I hope you love and are using your bespoke chef's lady blade in your kitchen. I will pass your comments about our garden onto my wife, she'll be very pleased. Kind regards Steve"

Ian Lancaster reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"A fantastic day! Really enjoyed everything about it from start to finish. Steve is a fantastic knowledgeable teacher who knows his subject inside out. I can't believe the knife I ended up with. The course is worth every penny. Book now you will not regret it!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Ian Thank you very much for your review, I am very pleased that you enjoyed your day so much and that you are so happy with the knife that you created. It's surprising how long a process it actually is and what you can create from that original lump of steel. As I said on the day, slow is steady, steady is smooth and smooth is fast. Thank you once again. Kind regards Steve"

Erik Roszkowiak reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"The day was very enjoyable and informative. Steve is a brilliant teacher, patient and observant. His workshop is well equipped and all safety measures are in place. I was very pleased with my results.Thank you."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Eric Thank you for your review. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed your bladesmithing day with me so much. The day was a full on, hands on, steel hammering experience and to top it all off you created a lovely knife. Kind regards Steve"

Theo reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"This was an absolutely fantastic day for me. I never got to do much of the tough handcrafted sort of things at school and generally am rather a techy person with a techy job. I try to experience new things and was gifted this experience by my girlfriend and her famiy. Steve was great at taking you through the stages, guiding you and explaining as you went from a fresh cut piece of steel to something that looks great, cuts great and you can be proud to know you made it! Lots of knowledge, very welcoming, I could recommend this to anyone and i'm also thinking of booking the chef knife course with my girlfriend as I think she would love it too."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Theo Thank you very much for your review and I'm really glad that you enjoyed your day so much with me. Regardless of your skill set, with a little patience and a guiding hand you were more that up for the task in creating your own forged knife. It would be a pleasure to welcome you and your girlfriend into the shop at some point in the future on the two day Chef's knife course. Kind regards Steve"

Ben reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Attended the 2 day chef's knife course, received as a gift, and had a thoroughly enjoyable time, would highly recommend. I have since been proudly sharing pictures with friends and family of my knife (emphasis on MY - there will be no knife exactly like mine and I hope to use it for years to come). I started the course with a good idea about what I wanted to achieve - a chef's knife with a patterned/black forged finish and am so, so pleased with how it turned out. I wasn't sure what wood would be available for the handle, but was surprised by the huge choice. I opted for a beautiful piece of Cocobolo (central American hardwood), shaped and sanded until it was just right. Steve is highly skilled, knowledgeable and incredibly passionate about knife making, guiding us through the hands-on process over the 2 days. Thanks again Steve! Cheers, Ben"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Ben I'm very pleased that you enjoyed your two days in the shop so much. I have to agree that the knife you made did look rather special especially with that Cocobolo handle and with the edge we gave her I'm sure will allow your knife to perform any task you require in the kitchen. Thank you for wanting to take a course with me and enjoy your new creation. Kind regards Steve"

Rick Rambridge reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Had a great day and came away with a fantastic knife .Steve was a joy as an instructor and very knowledgeable .highy recommended . Rick"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Ricky It's great to know that you and Jarrod enjoyed your day and what you made with me so much. It was a real pleasure to have you both in the workshop. Kind regards Steve"

mark shepherdson reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Brilliant day and you walk away with a great knife! Steve, your guide, is a wealth of knowledge and experience, masterfully leads you to a completed blade. Definitely recommend to anyone."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Mark It was a pleasure to host you in the shop today. The time flew by which is always a sign that things have gone according to plan. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed yourself so much and that you're so happy with the knife you created with me. Kind regards Steve"

Chris Meayers-Norkett reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"I had the absolutely pleasure of spending the day with Steve and making a knife under his expert tutoring. Steve has an encyclopaedic knowledge of bladesmithing and is a thoroughly good chap to boot. The day was both exhilarating and fun but also a rich grounding in the basics of forging a knife. I would heartily and without reservation recommend this course to anyone!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Chris Thank you very much for your kind words. I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your day so much. It was full on, but enjoyable and you made a cracking man blade. Remember I don't accept any responsibility if you've been bitten by the knife making bug. Kind regards Steve"

Chris Hurley reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"This was my second course with Steve, and he was right in what he said replying to a previous review... it's addictive. This time, Steve introduced me to a different method of blade-smithing and we designed and made a fabulous tanto style knife, including a hamon, which Steve hadn't tried before on a 1 day course. Although trying to get it all fitted into one day was extremely tight as this wasn't a typical one day project, Steve didn't let any of the pressure show and took the time to explain the techniques we were using and with his guidance, we ended up with a scarily sharp, beautiful unique design, with a gorgeous willow and cord wrapped handle that suited the style perfectly. By the end of the day, Steve and I were already plotting the next project for my next visit !"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Chris It was a fun packed and full on day I'm glad I didn't let the pressure show. I will need your address though to send you the bill from my psychiatrist. Until our next adventure in the shop remember, "you're only as sharp as your knife." Kind regards Steve"

Dafydd reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"2 day chef's knife course. Was given the option of three shapes : Chef's knife, Santoku (my choice) or Nakiri. Started from pre-cut blanks which made the actual forging quicker than expected (hour or so). Although Stephen did a few parts (quenching, handle fitting, final sharpening) all the creative choices were mine. Those included choosing shape, patterning, polished or not, wood for handle and shape of handle. I get he did the mentioned parts to give me the best result, although I would have liked to do the quench. 1st Day - forging knife shape, grinding, quenching 2nd Day - making the handle, sharpening Well enjoyed 2 days, very proud of my knife. (Also given a nice carrying pouch to take it home)"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Dafydd Thank you very much for your review. It shows basically how the two days unfold and some of the processes involved in the making of the chef's knife. As you stated I do undertake certain production processes during the day and that is only because of the time limitations we face on the course days. As I say on day one, our biggest enemy is time and I want every student to go home with the best possible knife they can make in the time available. You have given me some food for thought though regards the quenching process. ATB Steve"

Tom reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Incredibly fun, insightful and detailed presentation. Steve is a career metal worker with true passion for the craft of bladesmithing. Be fussy, ask questions, or just chill and enjoy the ride. Either way, you'll end up with the knife of your dreams. Day 1 metal. Day 2 wood. In between go out for a beer, food and stay local, plenty of choice. Rugged beauty. Cheers mate. Tom & Graeme"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Tom Thank you for this great review. It's always hard to gauge how people view their day and what they're able to make while I'm demonstrating/helping them in the shop, but I think you put it rather succinctly. I'm very glad that you both enjoyed your two days with me so much. ATB Steve"

Josh Danks reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"An absolutely amazing experience, was super enjoyable and Steve is very supportive and helpful. You can tell he is very knowledgeable and truly loves the craft. I love the knife I made, would highly recommend! Thanks again Steve!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Josh A great day, you created a great knife and what a great review. I really appreciate your comments, thank you. ATB Steve"

Peter Smith reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"I was put in touch with Steve as I needed assistance with a project I was undertaking. He was so helpful and spent so much time helping me I decided to take one of his courses . The experience was excellent...his knowledge of knife-making and the processes involved are encyclopaedic, moreover, the way in which he explains things and if necessary demonstrates them made the day a pleasure. I ended it with a knife I couldn't be more proud of. Thanks Steve!!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Peter It was great to get to meet you in person rather than chatting on the phone. It was a full on, but productive day and the knives that you and Chris made were excellent. It was a pleasure to have you in the shop. Hopefully see you at some point in the not to distant future. ATB Steve"

Chris Fox reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Just finished my knife making day with Stephen! Such a fantastic experience, absolutely blown away by the knife I made. Stephen's knowledge, step by step explanation and demonstration was fantastic! Absolute top bloke! Looking forward to doing the two day chef's knife course! Many thanks, Chris Fox"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Chris I'm really happy that you had such a great day, it was hot, it was challenging, but what a man blade you made. There's always room on the dance card if you fancy coming back on the two day course. Kind regards Steve"

Graham Hallsworth reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Hi Steve, Thanks for a great 2 days forging and knife making ? Top stuff, great teaching, chilled atmosphere, great environment for learning and good company ? Steve definitely knows his stuff which makes the course so interesting. All in all a great 2 days and money well spent ?"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Graham Thank you very much for your review. It's great to get feedback from students on their courses days and see what I'm doing from someone elses perspective. It was a great, full on and hot two days. ATB Steve"

Luke McAndrew reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"We did the one day course and made knives. Can’t recommend this course enough. Steve is a great guy. Approachable and knowledgeable, he made us feel welcome and comfortable during the day. As novices we were outside our comfort zone but thoroughly enjoyed the course. We gained lots of new skills and had a broad overview of what it takes to be a blacksmith. I can’t wait to expand on the skills and start a new hobby. Great value for money!"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Luke I'm so glad that you both enjoyed yourselves so much on your bladesmithing day with me. It's a pleasure to share what I do with such enthusiastic people. There'll always be a space on the dance card if you'd like to come back again. ATB Steve"

Amy Bjørø reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Me and my husband went and did the 1 day course and made our own hunting knives. Steve was a great teacher, made us feel very comfortable and always made time to explain each step and share his knowledge with us. We had an excellent day and were really happy with the overall experience and the knives we brought home (which were razor sharp). I would highly recommend this course to anyone and loved the fact there were only the two of us which made it much more personal and meant we both got the attention we needed through each step. Thank you for a wonderful day Steve and thanks for being patient and encouraging the whole way through."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Amy Thank you very much for your review. It really was a great day and puts into perspective what those guys on Forged in Fire have to achieve in three hours. Both of your knives will cut. Kind regards Steve"

Andrew Gordon reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Absolutely amazing man !! With a world of experience !! Great teacher with every detail covered. I have made a knife I am so proud of and there is not one like it in the world !!. Thanks Steve for your patience and kindness ."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Gordy Thank you very much for your review and I am very pleased that you had such a rewarding day. I do go over a lot of things during the course of the day, but as I say right at the beginning of every lesson, whoever attends has to go away with a completed knife, which is sharp and is completely functional, but most importantly has been hand crafted by them. That after all is what makes a custom knife so special, it is the uniqueness of each and every one. ATB Steve White Tiger Knives"

Daniel Fox reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Had a really great day with Steve, from start to finish made me feel very welcome, was a great experience learning the basic process of forging a knife, was very clear on each instruction and at the end made a knife to be proud of. Once again thanks for a great day, Steve!!"

Graham Mulholland reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"I recently did a one day course with Steve who demonstrated his love, incredible knowledge, craftsmanship, patience and teaching skill on all aspects of knife making. Steve's a great guy with an easy going personality and an inspiring nature. The whole day was brilliant with Steve providing support and advice throughout enabling me to take home the "sharpest knife ever seen in my household". Steve's love for his craft is infectious and has left me itching to see what could be achieved with more of his inspiring tuition - maybe a 2 day course once the world recovers from covid 19. Great day, great bloke - a 5* experience."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Good morning Graham Thank you for your very gracious review. I've said it before, but it really does mean a great deal to me that whoever attends one of my courses goes away with a positive experience and let's not forget a wickedly sharp knife. It really is a pleasure to open up the world of bladesmithing to a wider audience and to show some of my basic skills because I do not consider myself a master in any aspect of knife making. I have to add that I have learnt quite a few things on the way with my interaction with students on my courses, every day really is a school day. The course days are always great fun, full on and I hope leave you wanting just a little more, thank you once again. ATB Steve"