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Peter Marzitelli

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I am new to the forum and I posted this thread in another section of the forum.

Could anybody tell me what you think and feedback of Peter Marzitelli Custom Knives?

I am thinking of purchasing one at my local knife store.
 
I don't currently own one of Peter's knives but I have in the past. His work is top-notch, he builds some some quality folders and attention to detail is among the best. He definately builds a "hard use" folder.
 
i have a folder. he used hawaiian koa wood i sent him for the scales.

peter is first class and his work is outstanding, ill post a pic of my folder in a bit.

here ya go. sorry for the crappy camera.

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I own one of his knives. It's a good edc type knife. He's an excellent knifemaker imo.
 
I picked one up this past year (spiker sport). I am really picky about custom folders, and this one really passed the test. Nice attention to detail, top notch fit/finish, very nice blade finish and just feels great in the hand. I would not hesitate to buy any of his knives.
 
Kenblade may I ask where this local knife store is? I have been looking into Peter's knives for a while and if they have a website that would be great.
 
Thanks everyone for your input.
I am thinking of picking up a Big Snarly and a Spiker.
I was impress with the design of Peter knives but didn't know how it would stand up to everyday use.

Morimotom, that is a sweet knife from Peter. It looks like a Big Snarly with a Ti bolster.

Barrabas74, I will PM you on the info.
 
Kenblade said:
Thanks everyone for your input.
I am thinking of picking up a Big Snarly and a Spiker.
I was impress with the design of Peter knives but didn't know how it would stand up to everyday use.

Morimotom, that is a sweet knife from Peter. It looks like a Big Snarly with a Ti bolster.

Barrabas74, I will PM you on the info.
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it is the tork 2. great knife.
 
I've owned some Marzitellis in the past, they are well-made knives. I've never talked to Peter before, though, so I couldn't tell you how he is to deal with.
 
commodorewheeler said:
I've owned some Marzitellis in the past, they are well-made knives. I've never talked to Peter before, though, so I couldn't tell you how he is to deal with.
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ive spoken to him on the phone, but mostly exchanged emails since it is long distance. he is very nice and helpful. and he emailed replies quickly.
 
I have met Peter in person and he is a great guy to deal with.
He is very open and easy to deal with.
Has a high standard and is very picky about the quality, fit & finish of the knives he makes.

If Peter doesn't like the finished product, he won't sell it.

He has alot of opinions on various types of blade steel.
 
I called him a couple days ago to ask about a knife I wanted to trade for and he was very helpful ,it is a 8 in bowie and he took the time to tell me all about it and I think he is mostly making folders right now but says he makes whatever strikes his fancy, a great guy in my book.
 
schluterc said:
I don't currently own one of Peter's knives but I have in the past. His work is top-notch, he builds some some quality folders and attention to detail is among the best. He definately builds a "hard use" folder.
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I must be a rare one...i bought a big folder called a.....big snarley from Peter directly from his home. His attention to detail is really top notch. A real craftsman and an all around nice man. His shop his humble in size but his equipment is of the best in the biz..he heat-treats. his own steel and uses the best steel for the blades i tended purpose. I also bought a Bowie/Camp 9" knife of Swedish 12c27 tool steel with an AMAZING sheath from him..he said the sheath tool longer to make than the knife..i wish i could post a pic of it..maybe i can, ill try..but getting back to the big snarley..nothing but problems...the main one which is pretty much catastrophic, the linerlock does not lock..basically just holds the blade vertical. I cant really use it because the lock will 100% fail. It cant really be fixed either. Peter doesnt make folders anymore so he cant even repair it. $ 600 paperweigt. :( I think its in the design and thenmain reason the i dustry has gone to frame lock now. Ill still buy from Peter without hesitation, prices are fair and quality is great!
 
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