looking for a custom knive

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ryosuke

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I only have factory made knives and would like to know if anybody can let me know any custom knive makers? My favorite knive at this moment is microtech. Does not have to be an auto.
 
That's a pretty broad question.

WHy dont you check out some of the established custom knife dealer sites?

http://www.robertsoncustomcutlery.com/
http://www.truenorthknives.com/
http://www.nordicknives.com/
http://www.bladeart.com/
http://www.knifeart.com/

Take a look at the pictures and which styles and types you like and the the knifemakers who made them.

Microtech are known for their tactical folders. Some established names (in random order) who are known for their folders in this style are Kit Carson, Pat Crawford, Bob Terzuola, Greg Lightfoot, Darrel Ralph. Also take a look at the work of Mike Obenauf, RJ Martin, and Mike Snoody.
 
ryosuke, just as a bit of advice, take your time with your first custom purchase. You've been provided with some very good links that will get you started on doing your homework. As you go through those websites and others you will notice certain styles and certain makers that will just appeal to you more than some others. You can't buy them all, so your job is to find a way to narrow it down.

Often price will be the deciding factor. I'm going to suggest if the knife that you really want costs a little bit more than you intended to spend, wait a little longer, save a little bit more, and buy the knife you really want. In the long run it may save you money, by not buying something less.

Part of my joy in collecting custom knives is by getting to know the people who make the knives. Most of my customs were made by personal friends. The value that adds to my knives is huge. Get to know your favorite makers, if not on a personal basis at least get to know what kind of person they are. With customs, I feel you're not just buying a knife you're buying a part of the maker.

Good luck in your search.
 
Welcome to the forums. Good advice from Phil and the others. Take your time, look around, read and learn a bit before you start parting with cash. Most of all - enjoy!

Roger
 
ryosuke said:
I only have factory made knives and would like to know if anybody can let me know any custom knive makers? My favorite knive at this moment is microtech. Does not have to be an auto.
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Check out the Manu section here for a good start.:)
 
As Roger said, about what Phil said, and what others said, :) some very good advice given, I'll just echo what was said, so that others can say that Ari said, about what Roger said, about what Phil said, about what.... OK, sorry, I'm tired today. :)

Part of the thrill for me is the "hunt" for that special knife, your tastes and expectations may change over time, but I have always enjoyed the hunt for the knives, I find the hunt can be just as much fun as actually getting the knife. Don't rush into a purchase unless you're pretty sure about it, for me, scouring the internet with some money to spend, knowing I could buy a knife I really like, and looking for it, is a very nice feeling, and lots of fun.

Also, as Phil said, I would suggest saving up for a knife you badly want, rather than get a cheaper knife you like, but don't love. I sell collectables for a living, the main piece of advice I give people is to buy the best quality they can afford, even if that means they have to pay a little more, because later on, as they begin to expect and seek out higher quality, they usually regret the less expensive, lower quality things they bought when new to collecting, and they often take a beating trying to sell off the lower quality stuff to now afford the better stuff. I see it all the time. As a collector myself, I would always rather have 1 great thing, than 3 good things.

Good luck. And despite what WoodWorkLes says, :) have fun, buy what you like, and don't do it to make money.
 
There are countless good knife makers (and even more bad ones...). In tactical, one of the best value and quality is J W Smith. His knives can be found around $450, sometimes as low as $350 if you're patient and willing to buy 2nd hand.
 
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