Let's cut to the chase

you can find a mediocre knife in a lot of places

you can buy a great knife in some places

you can build your knife with me

For you

Investing in quality knives pays off in precision, efficiency and style.

Cut two birds with one knife by placing some customized functional art in your kitchen.

For Business

Name a better marketing idea than selling or gifting a branded item that your customers will not only use, but showcase to their family and friends on a regular basis for years to come.

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Please describe your idea in as much detail as possible; steel type, hardness, profile design, edge geometry, handle materials, handle design, pin selection, etc. I will reply as quicky as I can with any questions, some sketches and a quote for what it would cost to bring your idea to life!

Design advice

Like in all design, there are no solutions, only trade-offs. Most factors in knifemaking share an inverse relationship;

Higher hardness steels will hold an edge for longer, but will be more difficult to sharpen and be more prone to chipping.

60-62 HRC is the sweet spot for most high-quality culinary knives.

63-67 HRC is possible, but is uncommon and more expensive to achieve. An inexperienced user will more than likely damage a blade this hard.

Carbon steels typically have a finer grain structure, allowing for a slightly sharper edge, but will require more maintenance in the form of cleaning and oiling.

If you don't trust yourself to clean and dry your blade properly and immediately with every use, and remember to oil frequently, I recommend you choose a stainless steel.

Natural wood handles are stunning, but are more prone to moisture and scratch damage, and will require more maintenance in the long run.

I typically only use woods that are stabilized, meaning they are infused with resin to increase their density and make them more water resistant, but this does not mean waterproof.

My recommendation is to never put a handmade knife in the dishwasher, but if you think yours may find itself in one eventually, it might be best to choose a synthetic material like micarta, G10, carbon fiber, resin, etc.

The list goes on.

A or B? What is the best? These are not the right questions to ask.

A or B for [task/circumstance]? This is the right question to get the best knife for your needs.