FORM = FUNCTION The Bladework of Ray Laconico If you’ve ventured into the world of custom knife making in recent years you may have heard the name of Ray Laconico. His work is legendary for combining the simplicity of a no-frills cutting tool with incredible precision usually unheard of in the realm of handmade knives. After handling several of his pieces I can’t help but wonder how he manages such precise grinds, and such mirror-image uniformity, without the use of computer- guided equipment.