I am looking for a gift to my Norwegian dad.
He really loves knives. When I am talking about knives I am talking about typical Scandinavian knives (think Helle knives), nothing big or “tactical”.
Does anyone knows about some good quality American brands?
Thanks
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Wustoff, Victorinox, J.A. Henckels…
Benchmade
Hinderer
Grayman
Calavera cutlery
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J-No recommended Grayman in another post last year–I bought one and it is pure quality. I highly recommend this brand.
Check out SpyderCo. They have some mainstream knives, similar to Benchmade, but they also make some unique knives.
Do you want to get him something that is really good, and happens to be American, or are you looking for something that is more traditionally or American or has some sort of American heritage?
Case, Shrade, and (probably more iconic) Buck are all brands with good quality and American heritage. I think all three brands do folding knives as well as standard hunting or utility knives. The Buck folding Hunter is a pretty iconic model. I carry a small Case pen knife regularly.
There is nothing good in America, right? Maybe you should look to buy something made in one of the countries you don’t hold in so much contempt.
Because he already know knives made in China are shit.
Are Kershaw’s still US made?
Thanks for feedback and links
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I second Chris Reeves knives, made in my home town, there is also Millit Knives made here as well.
A while back I also recommended having one made from a custom knife maker or searching a custom knife maker in your area. I make my own but mostly hunting styles. Some day I’ll sell them but for now just working on being better.
You might be surprised how inexpensive a custom knife can be from a local maker and usually there is a wide variety available from hunting to kitchen styles.
Ruana Knives, made in Montana. Definitely embrace traditional American knife vibe.
http://www.ruanaknives.com/casthandle.aspx
I have one. The 26 CD Custom Semi-Skinner to be exact.
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