Holly Loftus, a knife-maker in Deptford, London, produces 10-15 bespoke knives monthly, priced between £160 and £580. Specializing in textured damascus steel, Loftus emphasizes the process of melding different steels and her personal journey into knife-making. Her handcrafted knives are distinct from mass-produced versions, as buyers appreciate their unique craftsmanship. Originally from a community work background, Loftus fell in love with knife-making and pursued it professionally after training at a forge, expressing pride in her craft and dedication to quality.
I'm lucky, she continues. The people who buy my knives have a strong sense of what they're getting. It's not going to be the same as an off-the-shelf, factory-made knife.
Once I realised it could be done by hand, something about it took hold of me: it got stuck in my brain, even though at the time I'd never made anything at all.
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