Grohmann Knives Pictou, Nova Scotia Grohmann Knives Limited is a small family business with a big reputation. It is an Old World story that began before the second World War, when a commercial buyer from Quebec traveled once a year to a factory in Sudetenland, then a German region of Czechoslovakia, to buy pocket knives. Every year the buyer would urge Grohmann the production manager at the plant, to come to Canada , promising him help to get started. Mr. Grohmann would always decline as he was happy in his own country, but after the war, the political situation grew desperate and in 1949 Rudolph Grohmann accepted the offer. Within a year, Grohmann and his family arrived in Nova Scotia at the invitation of the provincial government-funded Pictou Cutlery, which closed after three years. Mr. Grohmann, determined to make knives, built a garage workshop & began producing & engraving folding knives designed by himself. Shortly after, Deane H. Russell, the private secretary to Prime Minister MacKenzie King, was tired of only finding imported knives at every store he went into. He thought there should also be Canadian knives on the market, so set out for a knife maker to help him make his dream come true. Mr. Grohmann met with Mr. Russell and together they set out to design truly Canadian made knives. After field testing with the help of hunters & trappers across the far north, the D.H. Russell Belt Knife Original #1 was born. "Grohmann Knives Limited" was formed in 1961 by the family and is still family run today. At Grohmann Knives, making knives is as much an art as a trade. The top quality knives are produced with as many as 53 steps between starting point & finished product. D.H. Russell #1 Canadian Belt Knife The Original Design Award winning D.H. Russell Canadian Belt Knife has been in production since 1957. Grohmann and D.H. Russell teamed up to design a truly Canadian outdoor knife and through trial and testing with hunters and trappers came up with this first design in the line. By our last count, Grohmann knives have been copied by more than 16 different companies over the years. High quality materials, along with outstanding designs and talented craftspeople, made in the traditional way. Grohmann Steels Grohmann's most popular steel is a european high carbon stainless steel. Which is comparable to the U.S.A. 440 series. This steel has stood the test of time due to its ease of sharpening and edge holding ability. The Carbon belt knives are made from a C70-type european carbon steel. The Pocket and Lock Knives use european steels somewhat comparable to AUS6. A Rockwell hardness 56-58 degrees is maintained throughout all of the Grohmann Outdoor knives. As any quality steel goes, stainless or carbon, all knives should be kept cleaned and oiled to prevent rusting, especially the carbon steel knives. Field and Stream's 20 Best Knives Ever Made Shop Grohmann Knives

Rosewood Grohmann offers Rosewood in many beautiful variations. Ranging from deep, rosy brown to blonde strips, each handle is quite unique as no two handles are ever the same. Plantation grown mainly in East India, this special wood is selected for its durability, colour & rich grain. Rosewood is always an excellent choice for a quality handle. High Lustre Water Buffalo Horn All natural Water Buffalo Horn handles have a high shine finish with colour variations from jet black to black with streaks of pearl gray and white. Water Buffalo handles are naturally water-resistant and extremely durable. Linen Micarta Micarta is commonly called the "steel of the plastic family" for its strength and durability and is similar to G-10. Composed of layers of linen soaked in resin, it is lightweight yet tough, has a slighty linen textured look but fairly smooth to the touch when finished. Stag Horn Made from shed stag horn, a lasting natural choice that is pleasing to the eyes as it is to the hand. The natural grooves & indentations make a secure grip as well as providing a unique handle with every knife. Nice enough for a presentation piece but durable enough to use. Regular Grind Blade Flat Grind Blade

Marbles Outdoors News

We are no longer able to buy Marbles knives, axes, and compasses because Marbles Outdoors filed for bankruptcy in September 2009. There is a group trying to buy the Marbles name. If successful, it will be interesting to see how long it takes them to get production going again.

Marble Arms is going strong! It is a separate company that makes Marbles Gun Sights and the Catch 22. They were not a part of the bankruptcy.

Marble’s Knives Gladstone, Michigan Webster L. Marble came to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in the early 1890’s and quickly gained the reputation of being one of the regions finest "timber cruisers". His uncanny ability to look at a specific forested acreage and predict the board foot yield made him very popular with the many logging companies in the area. Marble loved the outdoors and the vast Upper Peninsula offered innumerable opportunities to hunt, fish, camp and explore the environment. An inventor by nature he was continually seeking to create useful tools and equipment that would be both practical and durable in the outdoors. By 1898 Mr. Marble had designed and patented his now famous "Safety Axe". A modest one room manufacturing facility located behind his home became the "Marble Safety Axe Company" and the dedicated entrepreneur was on his way. Over the next quarter century Marble designed and patented axes, sporting knives, and numerous other hunting and outdoor related products. In 1911 the company was renamed "Marble Arms and Manufacturing Company", the first of several name changes over the years. The Marble’s legacy lives on today in Marbles knives and axes. Still based in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the owners and employees of Marble’s are now, more than ever, committed to Webster Marble’s vision of making quality, durable, and practical Marble’s Knives for serious sportsmen the world over. More Information       Shop Marble’s Knives

Bark River Knives Escanaba, Michigan The Bark River Knife & Tool Company is a family-owned business located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Their goal is to produce the finest semi-production cutting tools available on the market. Bark River knives are aimed for use by those who need real performance in the field and kitchen. They use a blend of traditional and contemporary designs and styles. Bark River knives are manufactured using a blend of modern and traditional technologies to gain needed tolerances while maintaining the subtle features that have produced exemplary cutting implements for centuries. Bark River knives are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for life. If you have any problem with your knife, just return it to Bark River Knife & Tool Co. and they will repair or replace it. Shop Bark River Knives	Bravo-1	The Bravo 1 was developed with the assistance of the U.S.M.C. Force Recon Training Unit. It is a General Purpose Survival Bushcraft Knife. Shop Bravo-1
	Aurora	The Aurora is a substantial knife but not too big to actually have with you for Bushcraft. It will easily baton through wood, carve wilderness necessities, field dress game and handle all of your daily camp chores. Shop Aurora
	Glen Eagle II Axe	An ideal hunters ax for game chores and light camp use. It is very compact and easy to pack. Shop Glen Eagle II Axe
	Ptarmigan	This is a very handy size knife. It is light and compact. The thin blade is razor sharp and makes fine work an easy task. Shop Ptarmigan

Sharpshooter Sheath Systems Escanaba, Michigan Official supplier of leather and Kydex sheaths for all Bark River Knives. They have come out with two new and innovative products. A Baldric that is worn over your shoulder and a belt Droploop.     Shop Now

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Hess Knives Gladstone, Michigan The Hess Knifeworks company started in August of 2005 by brothers Andy and Chris Hess and their father Don Hess. Andy and Chris each have had an experienced background in knife making, working for legendary knife company Marbles for several years. Don Hess had an impressive hobby in woodworking and knowledge of many woods. Together they took their talents and started making high quality custom knives out of their garage. Demand for their knives grew, bringing about Hess Knife Works. Each knife made by Hess Knife Works is handmade from the highest quality of woods. All handles are hand selected to ensure that each is free of any defects. Blades are made from high quality 1095 carbon, cryogenically treated to a hardness of 58-60c. Fillets and hatchets are made with 440c stainless. All sheaths are handmade from the highest quality leather. Made in the USA, all components from the blade to the handle. Whether your interest in our knives are for dressing, skinning or collecting. We are sure a Hess Knife will meet your gaming needs. Shop Hess Knives

Mercury Mushroom Knives Maniago, Italy A small family owned business in Northern Italy that has been making knives for more than 50 years. Attilio Del Ben founded the company that would become Mercury soon after he came home from the battle fields of World War II. He was not interested in working on the family farm and started production of the ‘stiletto’ flick knife and sport folding knives. We carry Mercury's line of mushroom knives in Olive Wood, Rosewood and Plastic handles. Beautiful knives that would make a great gift for a mushroom collecting friend or family member! Mushroom Knives

Woodman's Pal Boyertown, Pennsylvania The multipurpose Woodman's Pal machete can efficiently perform the tasks of many tools including machetes, axes, hatchets, pruning saws, pruning shears, pruning knives, bow saws, loppers, Bowie knives and for certain jobs, even chain saws. Handcrafted in Pennsylvania with all American made raw materials. Unsurpassed quality since 1941. Woodman's Pal Features      Shop Woodman's Pals

Opinel Knife Wood Box Gift Sets Savoie, France
Opinel Oak Mushroom Knife with Canvas Sheath	Opinel No. 8 in Olive Wood with Sheath
Opinel No. 8 with Blond Horn Handle	Opinel No. 8 with Rosewood Handle

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Hermione Opinel No. 8 Folding Knife

The handle of this Opinel Hermione No. 8 folding knife is made from scrap Oak from from the current building of a replica of the frigate Hermione, in the old maritime arsena at Rochefort, France. The Hermione was the ship that La Fayette obtained from the French government, after his successful mission to persuade the French to help the struggling American revolutionaries. In today's port town of Rochefort, where the French Royal Navy once built its ships, there is once again a shipbuilding project. The Hermione-La Fayette Association is crafting a replica of the ship which will re-enact the voyage of Lafayette in 1780 crossing the Atlantic to Boston. Building commenced on the sailing frigate Hermione at the Rochefort Arsenal in 1778, based on the drawings produced by the engineer Henri Chevillard. The 44 m light frigate, fast and easy to handle, carried 3000 m2 of sail and was armed with 32 cannons. It had a crew of 300. Hermione is linked to the adventures and courage of one man- Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette. As a young man in love with freedom, 19 year old Lafayette set off to fight at the side of American rebels for the independence of the United States of America. On his return to France to seek official support for the rebel cause, he managed to convince Louis XVI to send reinforcements. On March 21st 1780, the Marquis de Lafayette boarded Hermione, reaching Boston after a crossing of 38 days. He advised General Washington on the imminent arrival of French reinforcements. On September 20th 1793, after fourteen year of service in the French Royal Navy, in particular in conflicts with the British, Hermione ran aground and was shipwrecked on the rocks off Le Croisic in France. The Hermione-La Fayette Association has been reconstructing the frigate since 1997. The boatyard is open to visitors at Rochefort France. Visit www.hermione.com for more information about the Hermione project. Shop Opinel Folding Pocket Knives

Building the Replica of the Hermione Detail work on the stern. Applying the guilded gold leafing. Hermione painting by Rossel de Cercy

Opinel No. 8 Ebauche Raw Handles for Carving Opinel No. 8 Ebauches are now avaliable in America. They are large unfinished handles, perfect for carving. Now is your opportunity to make a very unique Opinel. Handles come in Walnut and Olive Wood. Click here to visit a French website to see more photos of what people have carved with them. Shop Opinels

Carved Opinel No. 8 Ebauches