Canberra Knife Show

Embassy Motel in Deakin, Canberra
Saturday January 31st 2009

Open from 9am until 5pm
Admission $5 - Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult

It is an opportunity to mingle with and learn from some of Australia's greatest knifemakers, to see and buy incredible custom knives.



Knife Show Judging Criteria 08
Following are the judging methods and criteria:
  1. All knives must be for sale at the show.
  2. No piece to have been previously submitted for judging at any other knife show.
  3. The length of the blade is measured from the point to the grind shoulder at the ricasso.
Judging will be done between 8:15 am and 8:45 am on the morning of the show, with awards made shortly afterwards.
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Knife Show Etiquette

Attending a knife show is educational and fun and can be profitable. You can enhance the experience by knowing how to properly interact with dealers and other collectors. Follow these rules to get the most out of your next knife show adventure.

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Canberra Show Venue

The 2008 Canberra Custom Knife Show will be held in the Consulate Room of the Embassy Motel in Canberra. This large room upstairs has lovely views and plenty of natural light.

It is close to the centre of Canberra, being next to Parliment House and other tourist attractions.It is a short 15 minutes taxi ride from the airport, train station or bus terminal.

Ample parking is available at the Motel and in the surrounding streets. 

The Motel has comfortable affordable rooms. A corporate package is currently being made up for those exhibiting at the show. Rooms will cost from $105 for one or two people.  A number of rooms are available for exhibitors. Please contact the motel directly to reserve your room.

 
Canberra Custom Knife Show 2007 report

Thanks to all who made the first Canberra Custom Knife Show such a success. Thanks especially to the makers who took a risk on a new show and brought the craft to a new group of potential customers. We had nineteen tables, with a good proportion of probationary members.

Over 320 visitors came through on the Saturday to see a wide range of high quality knives from makers from all over Australia. Feedback from a number of visitors said that their expectations were well and truly exceeded and couldn't wait for next year. Thirty four knives were sold on the day, with a number of orders made as well. We expect this number to increase as the show gets established and the Canberra clients get into collecting. One comment overheard "Can we buy these?". So some education is needed before next show.

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Upcoming Courses

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Knifemaking
Thu, Aug 7th, @7:30pm
Sharpening
Fri, Aug 8th, @7:00pm
Knifemaking
Thu, Oct 2nd, @7:30pm
Sharpening
Fri, Oct 3rd, @7:00pm
Knifemaking
Sat, Oct 4th, @9:00am
Damascus (Advanced)
Thu, Nov 27th, @7:30pm
Sharpening
Fri, Nov 28th, @7:00pm
Knifemaking
Sun, Dec 7th, @9:00am
Damascus (Basic)
Sat, Jan 31st, @9:00am
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