Ken Richardson Knives
Heritage Collection
Where Tradition Meets PurposeThe Heritage Collection is the foundation of Ken Richardson Knives — a series of full-size blades crafted with intention, just like Ken did in the early days near the Dillard Mill. These knives feature bold, working profiles like bowie, drop point, and skinner styles, each shaped from 1085 blue tempered spring steel for lasting edge retention and field-readiness.
Trailmate Series
Compact. Capable. Trail-Ready.The Trailmate Series is designed for those who move. Smaller than our Heritage blades but larger than our miniatures, these mid-size knives are ideal for those who need a dependable tool that doesn't weigh them down.
Companion Series
Small Blades with Big CharacterThe Companion Series is our smallest set of knives, built for portability without sacrificing personality. These compact blades are crafted with the same care as our full-size knives and designed to be worn around the neck, clipped to your keychain, or tucked into a pack.
The Signature Series
Writing Tools with a StoryThe Signature Series brings our craftsmanship to a new form — elegant, hand-turned pens made from naturally shed antler and finished with metal components in bold, eye-catching finishes like black, rose gold, and iridescent.
The Ken Richardson Story
It All Started at the Forge
In the 1990s, Ken Richardson began making knives from old saw blades in the downtime between shoeing horses. Working out of a forge in the Missouri Ozarks, what began as a side project quickly became a family tradition.
With seven kids and a deep love for the land, Ken built more than knives — he built a way of life rooted in craftsmanship, faith, and hard work. Friends and hunters began requesting blades of their own, each one adding to the legacy that still guides our hands today.
Today, we still make knives the way Ken did — by hand, from quality steel, antler, and bone — one at a time.
Built by Hand. Trusted by Generations.
From carefully shaped steel to carved antler handles, each knife carries the spirit of craftsmanship passed down from Ken’s vision — durable, personal, and ready to be used.