Long-time member
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Fast shipper
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
Great service
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Born and raised in the city, I am a New Yorker to the core. I’ve seen this island at its worst and made it through in one piece; so it’s reasonable to say I would like to continue living and working in an urban environment for years to come. In the past I have freelanced as a 3D computer artist and animator, ironwork designer, and product designer/developer. Today I am a full time teacher and bladesmith.
2017 I won Forged In Fire (a competition knife and sword making show on the History channel) twice, becoming the third Forged In Fire champion of champions. The winnings from the show allowed me to grow my tiny shop into a small school, and 2019 we moved into Industry City to grow the school and add the storefront.
Testimonials
What people are saying
MMMason McClure
For Ht-16 Tanto / Survival / Apocalyptic / Tactical / Damascus
First time ever getting a custom made knife and it turned out to be a one of kind, truely unique in everyway. It arrived just before Christmas and couldn't wait to open the box. As soon it was Christmas morning I opened the box. Looking forward to getting another knife made by Theo Nazz.
jason
For Cloud Strife advent children shoulder piece
Excellent blacksmith! Followed my instructions to the tee. Kept me informed throughout the entire process with emails, pictures, even videos! Gave me exactly what i wanted! If i have a project involving metalwork... i would go back to this guy!
JKjoseph Kelly
For Kitchen knife
This was such a great project. I have a couple just got married and they love cooking. I thought a custom kitchen knife would be great. What i loved about buying this was that i felt like i was part of the process. I saw the forging, could ask questions about how the process worked etc. Also- Need to mention that the picture does not do this justice. This is just beautiful! Thanks!
Garrett Knutson
For Garrett's Hunting Knife
My knife came out amazing. The blade came out looking like the work of art that it is and yet it still keeps all of the strength and utility that any knife should have. Theo really worked with me on the design process to ensure my idea came through and he constantly gave me updates. 11/10 and I will definitely be working with him again.
JRJohn Richmond
For Richmond Fighter
He had excellent communication skills and gave me updated pics of my project often. He also gave me suggestions to improve my project as well. He went above and beyond with customer service and made my Knife exactly the way i wanted it.
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
I will always try to ensure the blade for it's entire value, meaning my shipping costs range widely depending upon the value and size of the blade. I will ship worldwide.
Maker Policy
In the unlikely chance a blade or handle breaks while the knife, sword, or dagger was being used responsibly for it's intended purpose, I will fix or replace it at my discretion. If the quality of the work is disputed, I will refund the deposit but only if the knife, dagger, or sword has not seen use and has no visible markings (scratches, dents, discoloration, etc.).
