Getting metal to bend to one’s will is no easy feat.
I am a Master Smith based in New Hampshire and specializing in hand forged knives. In 2012, I earned the rank of ABS Journeyman Smith and opened up a workshop where I could create custom knives and share my knowledge with aspiring bladesmiths. I subsequently earned the rank of Master Smith in 2019, making me one of about 120 in the world.
Forging knives is an arduous process from the first moment the steel is heated, through to the final stages of the work. Each knife or sword starts as a solid bar of steel and is shaped blow by blow into a one-of-a-kind custom piece. I have created a variety of blades to fit into every aspect of your lifestyle, from the kitchen to the field and everything in between. I pride myself on crafting the finest blades with high carbon steel or damascus steel and wood handles that feature materials sourced from all over the world.
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Culinary
In the Jonas Blade & Metalworks Culinary Collection, there are culinary knives available in 3”- 10” inch lengths (and beyond) for every cook, from the novice to the skilled chef. Whether you’re chopping onions or butterflying a filet mignon, it is important to have a sharp chef knife to ensure your meal takes shape the way you envision. It is also safer; a sharp knife does what you want it to-–a dull knife needs to be forced, and that’s where accidents happen.
If you want the very best in performance and aesthetics, consider adding a damascus steel chef knife to your collection. A good place to start would be a 7” or 8” inch option, these are the best chefs knives to have on hand for daily use in a broad range of tasks. A high-end chef knife will last for the rest of your life–-and beyond–-as long as it is properly taken care of.
Field
If you spend time outdoors, a hunting knife from the Field Collection can make a huge difference in your outings. While setting up camp it can be the perfect tool to cut rope or whittle kindling for a fire. Out in the forest it can help you dress game for your dinner or build a last minute shelter. It is a compact tool with a fixed blade that is versatile, easy to carry and easy to control.
If you are not a hunter, do not be put off by the term “hunting knife.” Over the years, trends have refined the hunter’s preferred knife into the compact package you see today, but the truth is that the design is simply a compact, useful carry-knife; in most cases there is nothing uniquely (much less exclusively) hunting-oriented about the design.
Legacy
Over the years, I have created a wide variety of pieces that reflect my skills as a bladesmith and now my master metal works are available to you in my Legacy Collection, which reflects my ever-growing skills as a smith. These are truly one-of-a-kind pieces, designed straight from the heart of the maker. Often inspired by historical typologies, these pieces are intended to make a statement in any collection.
If you are looking for something different, maybe with New Zealand swamp kauri wood, damascus steel or an African blackwood handle, custom projects are available to order. I will work with you personally to create a custom designed project anywhere between $1,000 to $100,000 or beyond. Anything is possible with your personal tastes and my range of experience and skill.
The Latest News:
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Annual Craftsmen’s Fair
On August 1-9 2026, I will be at the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s annual fair at Mount Sunapee right here in New Hampshire with a large selection of available work. I will be in Tent 6 from 10am-5pm daily. If you would like to learn more about the show, see the League’s website.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS – LEAGUE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE CRAFTSMEN
During the Summer of 2024 I was honored to assume the role of Chair of the Board of Directors for the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen. The Board bears ultimate responsibility for the oversight of the entire organization, and it is an honor to hold this leadership position so that I can give back to the League’s membership and the community of craft at large. For more information on the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, visit its website.