Du Toit, Francois
Born in 1982 and raised in De Aar, South Africa, Francois du Toit developed a talent for working with his hands from an early age. After years in the construction industry, he transitioned to knifemaking in 2019 under the mentorship of Deon Nel, who taught him the fundamentals of blade grinding and fine finishing. Later, Anton van der Westhuizen introduced him to the craft of custom folding knives. Francois joined the Cape Knifemaker’s Guild in 2019 with a commitment to producing knives of the highest quality. Known for his exceptional fit and finish, he continues to handcraft each piece without the use of CNC machines, ensuring true artisanal precision.
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