L.A. bladesmith Nicholas Berkofsky hand-forges stunning knives and jewelry that are designed to “feel good in the hand.” His first project after losing his home in the Eaton fire? A limited-edition ...

The custom knifemaking industry isn’t like any other. It’s a balancing act of aesthetics, functionality and all-too-present danger. Alongside artistry, there’s an artistry to crafting boutique blades ...

Designer Tomer Botner launched Florentine Kitchen Knives in 2012. Named after the Floretin neighborhood in Tel-Aviv, where it began, the brand is known for its “stacked handled” custom blades, which ...

Turns out my sister-in-law’s dad also happens to be one of my most loyal, longtime readers. Before meeting him for the first time this summer at his daughter’s wedding, I wanted to get him a little ...

This knife build draws attention by replacing the usual handle with a metal chain. That choice gives the project a stark industrial look while also raising questions about grip, balance and ...

Gerber tools have been perfecting their craft since 1939 in Portland, Oregon. The company will be the first to tell you that when you buy Gerber, you’re getting American-made quality products, ...

Truck chains are built for tension, impact, and extreme loads—qualities that make them surprisingly suitable for forging. In ...

To achieve very nice and perfect cooking, you can’t take away the importance of having complete, working, and efficient kitchen utensils. I mean, a farmer without his tools, is very handicapped. That ...

By Vivian Morelli Photographs by Abigail Varney Reporting from Melbourne, Australia The directions arrived via email: “Turn into the laneway with the plants, look for the big roller door on the right, ...

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