Who is making some "high value" knives

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Buster_NW

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I'm a big believer that you get what you pay for, and many of our well known custom and semi-custom makers are charging $150-$200 for their knives. (Most are worth every penny.)

But I was reading an old thread from 2002 that referenced a lesser known company called Bark River Knife & Tool producing fine blades that could be had for around $100. Congrats to Mike and Mike at BRKT for producing exceptional knives and being known for it, but it got me thinking...who are the up-and-coming makers out there that are putting out affordable, QUALITY KNIVES?

P.S. No implication here that a $150 Barkie is not a value...but I hope you get the point of my question.

Buster
 
For a beginning maker, $150.00-$200.00 MAY get a basic drop point fixed blade, length up to 5" or so. If this is what you are looking to get, there could be a very long list.

Can you be more specific in the type of knife you are looking for?

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson


Buster_NW said:
I'm a big believer that you get what you pay for, and many of our well known custom and semi-custom makers are charging $150-$200 for their knives. (Most are worth every penny.)

But I was reading an old thread from 2002 that referenced a lesser known company called Bark River Knife & Tool producing fine blades that could be had for around $100. Congrats to Mike and Mike at BRKT for producing exceptional knives and being known for it, but it got me thinking...who are the up-and-coming makers out there that are putting out affordable, QUALITY KNIVES?

P.S. No implication here that a $150 Barkie is not a value...but I hope you get the point of my question.

Buster
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Blind Horse Knives.

They have been marketing themselves well and keeping up with what the customers are asking for when it comes to designs and variety.
 
Kohai999 said:
Can you be more specific in the type of knife you are looking for?
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I'm actually not looking for a specific knife (although always on the lookout for nice fixed blade hunters). I am hoping this thread will shed some light on who might be the next BRKT, Dozier, etc. As you said, many makers out there putting out good stuff from a solo shop that are content to keep the operation small. I'm curious to know who you all think the up-and-comers are...ala Blind Horse Knives. Think of it as me asking for a hot IPO/stock tip. It might go big-time or it might not, but it's fun to "invest" in the budding stars at a value price.

A lot of these outfits are well known regionally, but not on a national level. So share your hidden gems!

Buster
 
yeah i like Blind Horse Knives, they make a beautiful little brook and trout Dan and LT are a couple great guys
 
Take a look at the sales threads here, and you'll see some popular makers. Just look at who's knives don't last very long. Andy Roy (Fiddleback Knives), Ray Laconico, Iz Turley, & GL Drew are just a few. Will they be HOT makers in a few years? Maybe, maybe not. But they all do consistent work, and in the last couple of years have had a good following. They have unique looks to their knives that a customer can identify readily.
 
If you are looking for a knife that is going to get used a lot then check out JK knives. He makes what you want and makes them to be used, not to be put in a safe.
For an example, this is the one he just made for me.
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I call this high value. It was done exactly to my drawing of what I wanted and at 150 bucks, it's hard to beat.
 
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AA Forge and Gray Wolf Knives. I just got one of Gray Wolves #3, very nice sharp scandi grind for $90 with leather sheath.
 
Some great referrals and thanks to all who have contributed so far! If anyone else has more to add, I'm sure I am not the only one eager to hear your ideas.

Buster
 
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