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  • Knife Making Kit

    110 total reviews

    Story


    The Knife Life

    We don't know much about the guy who wrote, "the pen is mightier than the sword," except that he probably wasn't using his sword right. 

    Ask any honest farmhand, Japanese chef, or the two most dangerous ninja turtles, and they'll tell you a sharp blade is the most virtuous and versatile tool a man can wield. A trusty, fixed blade won't bend, break, or stray from its owner's side; when the going gets tough, the tough get cut. 

    But unlike men and Socialist paychecks, not all knives are created equal. We've found that the knives guys trust the most are ones they make themselves. The Knife Making Project Kit gives every guy the opportunity to design, craft, and perfect his new best friend. 

    Shanks For The Memories

    The Knife Making Kit is fronted by a 440c stainless-steel Shawnee Skinner blade crafted in Japan, home of the samurai. This hollow ground blade features a thumb notch for comfortable handling and easy maneuverability, and is manufactured with the durability to outlast its maker. 

    We've blurred the line between trendy, polished tools and dangerously sharp fashion accessories by including curly maple handle scales, classy brass bolsters, ornately-designed mosaic pins, and a top-grain, vegetable-tanned leather sheath. The knife will develop its own unique character through the process of shaping and staining. 

    Handle With Care

    A dependable knife should instill fear and apprehension into its foes, not its handler, so we've included all the tools needed to rid it of stray splinters and extraneous wood. 

    Like the chisels of Michelangelo, a gamut of rasps and files, graded sandpapers, and a portable bench vise will give birth to a precision carved masterpiece. And for final touches, a wood finish to pull out the unique grains of the maple burl handle. 

    The Knife Making Kit contains everything needed for hours of knife crafting in the garage, and a lifetime of handling out in the world. 

    We’ve got fun diabolical wrapping options for every occasion. Add one during checkout to make his gift extra special!

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    • Shawnee Skinner Blade (Knife tang may vary slightly from photo.)
    • Maple Handle Scale Set
    • Leather Pouch Sheath
    • Pins
    • Man Crates Knife Making Guide
    • 2-Ton Syringe Epoxy
    • Rasp & File Set
    • Graded Sandpaper Set
    • Bench Vise
    • Wood Finish
    NOTE: Knife Making Kit does not ship in a crate.
    How it ships
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    In an awesome cardboard box. Corrugated C Flute cardboard with regular slotted style... told you it was awesome!

    THE MAN CRATE'S EXPERIENCE
    Get The Crowbar Out
    Get The Crowbar Out
    Every crate take a tool or two to get open.
    Warm Up First
    Warm Up First
    If it was easy everyone would have a Man Crate.
    Have Fun
    Have Fun
    Once it’s open it’s party time, enjoy.

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 110 reviews
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    Meg McDaniel
    Great product and Unique gift

    The only problem I had with the knife making kit (Order A26067926) was shipping cost. For Black Friday promo it was supposed to be free shipping, but every time I tried to check out it charged shipping :( I ended up paying it because I loved the idea of this gift so much.
    My husband and I are absolutely 100% impressed with this knife making kit. The bench vice is really sturdy and all of the supplies are really top notch. This ended up being his favorite gift for Christmas. It’s such a unique and interactive gift! We both love it.

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    Kim
    GREAT gift idea

    I bought this as a Christmas gift for my daughters boyfriend who is an outdoor enthusiast and he LOVED it. He was very touched by the gift and excited to get started.

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    De
    Home run

    My father in law was over the moon with this gift for Christmas! He kept asking where we found the kit and how we got the idea. He is SO excited to start building and refining his pocket knife and begin learning a new hobby. He was thrilled that everything he needed was in the box and already began asking about other kits. Great work, Man Crates! This is now a go-to source for gifts 👍🏻

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    Alex
    Great project

    One of the most fun time-killing projects I've had in awhile. Everything inside fit together perfectly, all the needed tools were there, and was of surprisingly decent quality with the exception of the provided vise- its made of flimsy cast aluminum that cracked with a cranks of the handle. This more of an inconvenience than a show-stopper as I have my own, but if someone doesn't own a vice or workbench, this could be a problem for finishing the project correctly.

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    Greg Wilson
    Great Fathers Day Gift

    Received from my daughter many years ago for fathers day. Finally, after retiring, had time to work on making the knife. I love this kit and knife. Quality materials. Everything needed is included. I highly recommend it. However, was very disappointed with the stain provided. It completely covered the beautiful grain in the handles. Gave it 4 stars for this reason.