Posted on June 27th, 2025

Every blade has a story, and each collector has a tale woven intricately into their preference for a type of steel. Whether hidden in the folds of heritage swirls present in Damascus or pronounced through the clean, straightforward eleg…

Why damascus and not monsteel?

I have been asked over the years why design and handmade Damascus blades instead of plain high carbon steel?

My answer is anyone can make a blade, the one my first knife was out of a rasp file.

Having basic knowledge of forging you c…

I have always loved history. I always love to learn anything Norse, Celtic Renaissance and more in General. AS making weapons is my specialty it was only the next natural step to take in my weapon journey.

Making Each historical weapon historicly accurate is somet…

Protection in todays world you can never be to safe. Check out our products and find some great weapons to use in self defense. 

Take a look at our karambits like the Exotic Damascus Karambit With Israeli Olive Wood And African Cape Water Buffalo Horn

9 Inch Genui…

Here at Raven loft Forge

We make all our blades Custom, All hand forged, hand craved hand engraved, 

We take pride in our work

Rather you are looking for a knife, hunter knife, skinning knife, bowie knife, seax, axe, sword, katana, chef set, ulu, folding knife, po…

This Is Part Of A Article That I Had With Amber Tanaka, Whom At The Time Was One Of My Students In Ken Ju Ryu. Ken Ju Ryu Is One Of Two Martial Arts I Have Been Officially Recognized As The "Soke" Or Head And Founder Of A Martial Art In Japanese The Ather Art Is T…

Posted on April 22nd, 2025 

Crafting a blade is akin to telling a story with hands as the narrators and metal as the medium. This dance of elements begins long before metal meets the anvil. It starts with contemplation, a complete glimpse into the history and su…

Raven started making blades 18 years ago in the fall of 2007, in his backyard with a old BBQ Gril Dryer Hose And a Old Shop Vac. His first Anvil was an old piece of a railroad track that he spent days with his hand grinder, grinding away at the thick heavy railroa…

First thing I start with is a design - It can take me several weeks looking up and researching verious styles and types of Sgian Dubhs and other variations of Scottish And Celtic Knives before I come up with a final design that I am satisfied with.

Some basic mat…

This is truly a remarkable masterpiece crafted and designed by Raven Loft Forge. Now made Available to Collectors and Blade Enthusiast alike.
The Original Sword First Created Now sits in the Medieval Historical Museum of Portugal.
This 12th–14th-century medieval…

Published November 25, 2024

A Legacy Forged in Fire

A journey from humble beginnings to international acclaim.

Raven, a name synonymous with exceptional craftsmanship and historical accuracy in the world of bladesmithing. With over 18 years of dedicated passion…

Published Oct. 26th, 2024

Throughout history, swords and blades have been symbols of power and bravery. Viking and medieval blades, in particular, hold a mystique, evoking images of warriors, epic battles, and enduring legacies. These blades, forged from steel an…

Published Oct. 12th, 2024

Damascus steel is one of the most captivating materials used in bladesmithing, revered not only for its strength but also for its beauty. Known by its intricate, wavy patterns, Damascus steel combines art and science in a way that few ot…