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Heirloom Knife

Let me create a bespoke knife that you and your family will cherish and pass down for generations. This custom knife, known as the Heirloom Knife, is crafted from meaningful materials you provide, whether it’s the steel, the handle material, or both. It is forged with history, meaning, and sentiment that truly sets it apart from any other handcrafted knives. 


Perhaps your Heirloom Knife will honor your military or civil service, or that of a loved one. It might pay tribute to a beloved relative, a fallen hero, or a significant event in your life. This blade will encapsulate that story, serving as a permanent artifact of its importance.

Fixed-blade knife with wooden handle and leather sheath on wooden surface.

The 3 Sisters

The 3 Sisters Heirloom Knives, showcased to the right, represent a bespoke knife set of small camp knives. Each knife features a blade made from modern 80CRV2 steel, while the handles are beautifully crafted from spalted maple sourced from a century-old tree that once graced their great grandfather’s yard. This deep connection to their family history and the Adirondacks tells a meaningful story. Although he is no longer with them, his memory lives on in their hearts and through the handcrafted knives they will pass down to their children. What story will your custom knife tell?

Forging an Heirloom

It starts with a consultation on appropriate material selection, knife design, and a discussion of the history your bespoke knife will capture. Once we have a plan, I get to work, beginning with drawings you approve. From there, I document the entire forging process of your custom knife with photos and short videos that you'll receive to keep you connected and informed on the progress. See my Bladesmithing Process page; this usually takes 1-2 weeks.


Pricing for my handcrafted knives typically ranges from about $300 - $400, depending on the size, style, and materials selected. For a deeper connection and personal experience, you can participate in the forging of the knife through my Heirloom Knife Class for a small additional fee. Contact me to discuss your project in detail.

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What story will your Heirloom Knife tell?

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