"Feh-ah-nor"
Spirit of Fire / Fire Within
My Services
Crafting unique and reliable edged tools for kitchens, workshops, and the wild. Knives are humanity’s most essential tool—they’ve shaped our world from the earliest flint blades to the most advanced powder metallurgy alloys. As vital today as they were throughout history. A well-made knife is a companion in both work and adventure.
I make tools forged with purpose, built to last.
Available Works
19cm Gladius Bovis - $580
Dark and moody, but light and agile also. Built for the kitchen as a daily all-rounder (#PG1B71)
20cm Venter Plenus - $550
Full-sized, capable, and balanced—made to handle tough jobs without feeling heavy in hand (#PG1B53)
20cm Vente Plenus - $590
A great balance between size and weight - 177g of pure charisma. This blade has a thicker spine for moderate to heavy work. (#PG1B49)
20cm Gladius Bovis - $600
A striking balance between light and dark. This forged all-rounder has plenty of character and is well suited to daily use (#PG1B51)
21cm Gladius Bovis $800
A visual delight! Lighter tones throughout this full-length daily-use knife make it stand out. Weighing 181g with a 2mm spine, this piece was made to perform (#PG1B47)
19cm Venter Plenus $590
A short package with serious presence. Weighing in at 173g, it brings satisfying heft without ever feeling cumbersome (#PG1B73)
20cm Gladius Bovis - $580
Full length, light weight and lairy. A great knife for light to moderate work with plenty of colour and character. (#PG1B63)
20cm Gladius Bovis - $580
Full length, light weight and lairy. A great knife for light to moderate work with plenty of colour and character. (#PG1B65)
20cm Gladius Bovis - $580
Full length, light weight and lairy. A great knife for light to moderate work with plenty of colour and character. (#PG1B67)
How to Purchase
Simply get in touch via the Contact section below and reference the knife or knives you’re interested in. Each knife has a # in its description for easy identification. All available knives have their prices listed, so there's no need to wait for a quote. Once you confirm your interest, I'll provide payment details for direct deposit. I don’t use any third-party payment processors, so all transactions will be handled directly between us. Knives are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Once a sale is confirmed, the knife will be taken down and later moved to the 'Previous Works' section.
For custom orders, we’ll discuss your requirements, and once the design is agreed upon, a non-refundable deposit will be required to secure your spot. Progress updates are available upon request.
Due to NSW laws regarding the sale of knives, I do not sell directly via the website. Instead, I will confirm your legal age and eligibility to purchase through email, in line with my legal obligations. Thank you for your understanding.
All questions are welcome.
Previous Works
Kitchen and Chef
A showcase of past kitchen knife designs to explore
Bushcraft and Field Knives
Knives made for the wilderness
Custom
Custom orders and unique one offs
Custom Orders
I keep a few spots open in my calendar for custom orders and client requests. If you see something you like and want it replicated or modified, have a design in mind, or need a unique gift for a special occasion, get in touch — I can bring your idea to life. I work with a wide range of steels and materials to create something truly special.
Clients' Experiences
Happy clients and organic word-of-mouth growth are the foundation of success in today’s online world of microbusiness. Just like in days past, what people say about my work is essential for gaining new clients and upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and service.
Biography
Tim Filmer – Blacksmith and Craftsman.
I found my way into metalwork at 15 after a spark of inspiration. In 2003, I apprenticed at an ornamental blacksmith shop while training in industrial blacksmithing at TAFE under wise and patient mentors. I absorbed everything I could, earning my Certificate III in 2006 and my trade certificate in 2007.
From there, I embarked on a modern-day journeymanship, serving with the Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, working in fabrication shops across mining, agriculture, horizontal directional drilling, heavy diesel, light automotive, and construction. Eventually, I returned to blacksmithing, working at one of Sydney’s last truly artistic metal shops—creating unique furniture, lighting, balustrades, gates, and artworks.
With all that experience behind me—and my natural curiosity still intact—I’m finally taking my passion for knives seriously. I’ve built a dedicated workspace at home, fully focused on knife making. After all these years, I’ve come full circle, right where I always wanted to be.