The Transparency Policy is a my personal approach to handmade custom knife making. In return for doing everything in my power to make my knife making process transparent, I expect constructive criticism on my methods and pricing. Literally everything, from my workshop setup (which can be seen on my home page) and my material orders from various suppliers will be made available on request. I disclose exactly how much my workshop cost to set up, exactly how much my materials cost including shipping and tax, and exactly how much time it really took me to make your very own custom knife.

If I save money buying materials in bulk or heat treating in bulk, then I inform you and reduce the price of your knife by the commensurate amount. Every knife comes with a “final price breakdown” which does exactly what it sounds like. There are many good reasons for implementing this kind of policy, but the most important one is that it keeps me and my customers happy. If you find out that higher quality steel can be purchased at a lower price from a different supplier, then I will change suppliers and lower the cost of your knife. That way you get the knife you want at the price you want, and I maintain the same profit margin. Transparency is a win-win.

Custom Knives

Blade Steel:

-CPM 154 at .1 inches thick, 12 inches long, and 2 inches wide = $25 (from New Jersey Steel Baron)

-CPM 154 at .1 inches thick, 12 inches long, and 2.5 inches wide = $30 (from New Jersey Steel Baron)

-D2 Carbon at .14 inches thick, 11.6 inches long, and 2.4 inches wide = $23 (from Alpha Knife Supply)

Handle Material:

-Natural Canvas Micarta = $9 (from USA Knife Maker)

-Blue G10 Scales = $18 (from Texas Knifemaker’s Supply)

-Blue Snake Juma = $33 (from Jantz)

-Thuya Burl = $34 (from Texas Knifemaker’s Supply)

-Black/Red Linen Micarta = $40 (from USA Knife Maker)

-Red Shred Carbon Fiber = $45 (from USA Knife Maker)

Handle Hardware:

-3/16 Inch Brass Pins x 2 = $5 (from Amazon)

Heat Treating:

-Package of 15 Blades Discount = $9 (from Peter’s Heat Treat)

Labor:

-$20/hr for approximately 4-5 hours = $80-100

-Larger knives or knives with additional design elements may take more time and therefore cost more to make. Contact me for estimates.

Miscellaneous:

-Sandpaper, sanding belts, dremel sanding drums, angle grinder cutting discs, drill bits, epoxy, respirator filter cartridges, vacuum collection filter bags, layout fluid, WD-40, and oil finishes = $15

Shipping:

-Pick up in person = $0

-USPS Shipping: $8 or $15 according to size

Sharpening

Knives only.

Common household knives:

-Blade length of 5 inches or less = $8 for first knife, $6 for each additional knife of similar length

-Blade length of 5 to 9 inches = $10 for first knife, $8 for each additional knife of similar length

Knives with more wear resistant steels:

-Blade length of 5 inches or less = $13 for first knife, $11 for each additional knife of similar length

-Blade length of 5 to 9 inches = $15 for first knife, $13 for each additional knife of similar size

USPS Shipping: $8 or $15 according to size, and no additional cost for any knives that can fit in the same size box.

Laser Engraving

TBD