It’s been fascinating to follow the evolution of the Woodlander over the years. I’ve been a fan of your knife-making work since the early days, and got you to make me a Woodlander with a 3mm-thick blade and an olive ash handle back in the early 2000s. At the time, I was doing a lot of green woodworking as part of my job at the Scottish Crannog Centre, and that knife quickly became a workhorse in my toolkit. There was something magical about it-it felt like an extension of my arm, helping me create many beautiful pieces. It holds a special place in my journey as a craftsman.
This was a great video Ben, love seeing the evolution of the Woodlander but also the evolution of your craftsmanship making them over the years. I watched a similar evolution video from another great British knife maker and all round nice guy Sandy Jack. I was lucky enough to get one of his knives, and I think I'll definitely be trying to get hold of one of your Woodlander anniversary knives to go with it.
I love my elementary woodlander and its a great addition to my collection of your tools , my first was one of your small pick knives followed by a modified crook knife both of which have served me superbly for over a decade . A couple of years ago a friend helped me get my hands on one of your english pattern sloyd knives so it seemed a no brainer to get one of your woodlanders to round off my collection ( for now ) . Congratulations on 25 years and thank you for making such beautiful and hardworking tools
I have plenty of Woodlander’s, but how many people got to visit the “Goat Shed” - I was lucky enough to visit 20yrs ago and after much discussion ordered my first custom knife, an Olive Ash Whittler. Congratulations on 25yrs Ben and Lois!
Hey Rob, yes one of the exclusive invites to the Goat Shed 🤣 🤣 Which is your favourite Woodlander? So pleased all the knives are serving you well - Ben
Hey Phil, which one do you mean out of interest? We haven’t promoted it yet but the Elementary Woodlander (a stripped back version inspired by the original with british elm, no liners) is already out here: benandloisorford.com/products/the-elementary-woodlander
A lovely story Ben and a 25 year testament to your skill and the spirit of friendship you offer to all who meet you 👌🍻🔥
Thanks for taking us through the knifes history. Happy anniversary 😁👍
Really interesting to hear about the ‘evolution’ of this knife, Ben. Thanks for sharing it with us.
It’s been fascinating to follow the evolution of the Woodlander over the years. I’ve been a fan of your knife-making work since the early days, and got you to make me a Woodlander with a 3mm-thick blade and an olive ash handle back in the early 2000s. At the time, I was doing a lot of green woodworking as part of my job at the Scottish Crannog Centre, and that knife quickly became a workhorse in my toolkit. There was something magical about it-it felt like an extension of my arm, helping me create many beautiful pieces. It holds a special place in my journey as a craftsman.
Love my knife. Used all the time in Colorado, USA!
This was a great video Ben, love seeing the evolution of the Woodlander but also the evolution of your craftsmanship making them over the years. I watched a similar evolution video from another great British knife maker and all round nice guy Sandy Jack. I was lucky enough to get one of his knives, and I think I'll definitely be trying to get hold of one of your Woodlander anniversary knives to go with it.
I was able to get a 4” Woodlander a few years ago. It is my finest knife and I love it. 👍👍
I love my elementary woodlander and its a great addition to my collection of your tools , my first was one of your small pick knives followed by a modified crook knife both of which have served me superbly for over a decade . A couple of years ago a friend helped me get my hands on one of your english pattern sloyd knives so it seemed a no brainer to get one of your woodlanders to round off my collection ( for now ) .
Congratulations on 25 years and thank you for making such beautiful and hardworking tools
So pleased the Elementary Woodlander (and all the craft tools) are supporting you well! Really great hear this and thanks for the support!
Thank you for sharing its history. I found that very interesting. Sounds like some exciting plans looking forward too 👍
Great video Ben, congratulations on 25yrs .happy Anniversary.
I love mine. It’s just one hell of a tool on your belt. And it actually gives you confidence in your carving.
Interesting film Ben. Happy anniversary to you. 🍻🏕
Fantastic history of an awesome knife design! Thanks for sharing! 😀 Looking forward for a 25-years anniversary leathercraft video from Lois 😉
Thanks Andreas, looking forward to hopefully catching up at the European Knife Show this year!
Thank you. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Congrats on year 25. I hope Lois does a similar video about her leatherwork.
We’ll make this happen ✨
I have plenty of Woodlander’s, but how many people got to visit the “Goat Shed” - I was lucky enough to visit 20yrs ago and after much discussion ordered my first custom knife, an Olive Ash Whittler.
Congratulations on 25yrs Ben and Lois!
Hey Rob, yes one of the exclusive invites to the Goat Shed 🤣 🤣 Which is your favourite Woodlander? So pleased all the knives are serving you well - Ben
If you’ve got a Woodlander, let us know where yours has been!
Love mine Ben awesome knife 🤘🤘
Respect
That woodlander knife looks very similar to an ESSE RB3
I love the original, brass pins, no liners. If you make one I'll buy it
Congrats.
Hey Phil, which one do you mean out of interest? We haven’t promoted it yet but the Elementary Woodlander (a stripped back version inspired by the original with british elm, no liners) is already out here: benandloisorford.com/products/the-elementary-woodlander
Is this the design that Stani Groeneweg uses?
Yes it is! Stani’s got a couple of Woodlander’s, a 4” and a 4.5” 🔪
Thanks for sharing your amazing woodlander journey.