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.
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Winners of CCKS 2009 Awards |
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A fantastic array of entries in this year's competition. Congratulations to the following makers for being the best in the show:
Art Knife - Maurie Macarthy
Folder - Branko Giljevic
Small Game Knife - Thomas Gerner
Forged Non Damascus - Bruce Barnett
Utility - Bruce Barnett
Hunter - Branko Giljevic
Best Fixed Blade - Keith Fludder
Kitchen Knife - Bruce Barnett
Damascus - Jeff Peck
Tactical Knife - Branko Giljevic
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ACT Prohibied Weapons act 2009 |
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Some important changes to the ACT Prohibited Weapons act, which come into effect on January 15 2009. Please note the following items are prohibited in the ACT and are not allowed at the Canberra Custom Knife Show.
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Knife Show Judging Criteria |
Following are the judging methods and criteria:
- All knives must be for sale at the show.
- No piece to have been previously submitted for judging at any other knife show.
- 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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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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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.
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