Hand-made Pocket Knives For Groomsmen?

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Any ideas for where to get a nice US made folding pocketknife? Preferably something classic style with some wood inlay or something. Benchmade? Marbles?Wedding is Sept 1st. All 3 of my groomsmen are outdoorsy dudes and I think theyd love a quality knife as a thank you. Thinking 50 to 100 each. Would like to get em personalized with their initials. Any ideas? Also welcome to other gift suggestions. Thank you folks.

Jim in Ma. · May 3, 2012

Try Smokey Mountian Knife Works.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Thanks Mr. Jim. Will do.

Neb Super H · May 3, 2012

I got my groomsmen buck brand knives called the nobleman. They are a polished stainless steel. I had their name engraved on them. Got them at scheels and Cabelas. Knives 24.99, engraving 5 each at local shop. I think buck knives are made in the USA and have lifetime warranty too. Hope this helps!

M Nut · May 3, 2012

My brother did that and I believe he purchased them at Gander Mountain. As mentioned, Scheels and Cabela's would also be good places to check.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Yeah, a nice Buck would be good too. Thanks.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

The GoFar Scheels has a nice display of knives. I should check em out. Thanks.

Anonymous-0 · May 3, 2012

(quoted from post at 10:25:40 05/03/12) Yeah, a nice Buck would be good too. Thanks.

If you are worried about made in USA, pay attention to the buck knives... They sold thier soul too....... Open the blade and see if it is china or US. Walmart knives'll most likely be china......

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Duly noted. Thanks!

Anonymous-0 · May 3, 2012

(quoted from post at 10:36:29 05/03/12) Duly noted. Thanks!

I think you can order buck directly from the factory, check thier website. I bought 3 at walmart a couple years ago , got them back over here just to open the blades and see china on them.... Went online and emailed buck.... Upshot, they sent me 3 US made knives and I sent them the china ones... They said that the discount chains mostly sold the china ones tho..... If you are thinking about anything from montana silversmiths, pay attention also..... Really just about anything that was US made has sold out.....

James Ferguson · May 3, 2012

mooremaker.com makes good knives and kinds of ranch & farm tools. James

Larry-Tx · May 3, 2012

For the occasion i'd say mooremaker.com, they have a nice selection.

Tim Barnes · May 3, 2012

Smoky Mtn. KW will take care of you. It's worth a visit to anyone traveling in that area too.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks.

Matt in TN · May 3, 2012

By all means, get them a Marbles or another brand that will appreciate in value. Buck is a fine knife. I carry one daily, but I treasure my Marble's knife. If you want them to actually use their knives, think twice about having them engraved.

Wile E · May 3, 2012

There was a guy that I used to work with that hand made knives. I had 5 made total for my groomsman. All the guys liked them. Teak wood handles, 440c stainless steel. A very nice gift. Razor sharp too. Cost $40 each, 17 years ago.

Dell (WA) · May 3, 2012

My ex-wife found an advertizement in airplane seat back magazine for "Col. Littleton", (purveyor of fine accouterments to the gentleman trade) a single blade engraved with wooden handle lock-back knife of 3-3/4" long called FoxFire #5. Gen Office & Works, Lynnville, Tenn. (1-800-842-4075) Dunno what it cost. I stopped carrying it after 9-11 inspections started confiscating knives. I value it very much and it is eazy to sharpen and stays sharp.

I've always carried a knife since Cub Scouts in 3nd grade. The best I've had was 1-blade Kersaw with folding fingernail scissor. I currently carry 3-bladed Buck. I have a 12-blade Leatherman in my truck pocket. NOT impressed with red handled Swiss knives. Iff'n I don't have a knife in my left pocket to balance the keys in my right pocket, I walk funny. (grin) ........Dell

JerryS · May 3, 2012

Saw on the news a few days ago where Buck has seen the error of their ways and is now trying to bring most or all of their manufacturing back to the U.S.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Thats a good point about the engraving. Hmmm.

steve terplak · May 3, 2012

I went with small engraved bucks for myself and 2 groomsmen, all 3 still carry and use. Very happy with product and service

Anonymous-0 · May 3, 2012

Case Cutlery in Bradford,PA.
Only knife I carry, good quality!!

rodgernbama · May 3, 2012

Bear and Son Cutlery in Jacksonville,Alabama has some nice American made knives.

GordoSD · May 3, 2012

Best thing in knives since the Randall Fighting knife are the new "spring assisted" one blade lock back models. Open in a flash with one hand while the other hand holds the rope.
Gerber makes a great one, has the clip on it. The clip is the real deal on the knife it rides vertically in you pocket clipped inside to the pocket edge. I don't know how many times I have tapped my pocket and said. "Dang, I lost my knife" And it was hanging there . And it's a 7 inch knife open, 4" closed.
Satin finish on blade would look great engraved.

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Yep, I love those spring-assisted ones.

GordoSD · May 3, 2012

Here it is

in-too-deep · May 3, 2012

Slick! Does that grippy stuff get stuck in your pocket?

Kippster · May 3, 2012

You got it Buddy!! I'm from NW Pennsylvania and I carry a CaseXX two blade trapper style knife and a Zippo lighter. Both made in Bradford PA. Kippster

GeneMO · May 3, 2012

Is that model made in the USA? about 90% of the Gerbers are made in Taiwan now.

Gene

RayP(MI) · May 3, 2012

Son gave his groomsmen a combination pocket tool like a Leatherman. Don"t remember what the brand, but was a welcome gift.

Anonymous-0 · May 4, 2012

Try getting in contact with Jerry VanEizenga in Nunica, MI. He's a friend of mine who has been making hand made knives of all sorts for over 20 years. His phone number is 616-847-9333.

Anonymous-0 · May 4, 2012

Can't comment on the quality of any of the knives mentioned, below. My only recommendation, based on family experience, is to mail out the thank you knives, after the reception!!!

Anonymous-0 · May 4, 2012

(quoted from post at 17:35:02 05/04/12) My only recommendation, based on family experience, is to mail out the thank you knives, after the reception!!!

I'm gettin this picture......... Jerry Clower didn't make any of you family famous did he?????

36 Coupe · May 5, 2012

The grippy stuff will fall off.

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