Knifemaker and designer Bob Lum was known for his ability to integrate good design, ergonomics, and high quality materials to create quality custom knives. Bob began making knives in 1976 and passed in December of 2007. Bob was a major influence in the knife world, his two most recognizable knives were the Chinese model and the Tanto, which he helped popularize in the West by incorporating styling from ancient Japanese examples of this classic blade.