Top Knife Brands We Carry

For more than thirty years, BudK has been an industry leader in providing customers with the absolute top of the line in knives. The bottom line is that we only offer knives to our customers that we ourselves would use and carry. It is the careful selection of Brands that we secure that allows us to maintain such a wide array of products with tried and true industry pedigrees. Here are some of the most popular brands you’ll find.

With over a hundred years of American heritage, Case Knives are built by people with integrity for people of integrity. From designs that tamed the American wilderness, landed on the moon, and defended freedom for our country, these knives have earned their place in some of our nation’s defining moments. And because they’re carefully crafted with the finest materials and twice tested for durability, Case knives are not only passed down for generations, but they have found their way into the hands of famous admirers and avid collectors, including country music greats, and even former US presidents.

Reminding you that each Case knife is made in the USA, the American Red Workman Stockman bears the Case Stars and Stripes shield on its deep, red handle. The robust pocket knife packs three blades in a convenient and very practical cutting tool. The clip point, spey and sheepsfoot blades are crafted with Tru-Sharp stainless steel, which is a special high-carbon steel that helps the blades hold an edge longer than conventional steel. It also offers extraordinary blade strength and corrosion resistance. Making a bold, rugged visual statement, the Case American Workman Stockman backs it up with outstanding performance.

A rich family tradition in knife making has led Bear & Son Cutlery to the forefront in excellent quality and real value to customers. Their factory is unique in that it’s fully self-contained. They do everything in-house from building their own blanking dies to heat-treating, grinding and assembly, and hand-finishing each knife, as well. The commitment to excellence is due to the skilled and experienced work force that is capable of performing many of the extra hand operations that go into the making of their products. The Bear & Son Cutlery’s ongoing commitment is to proudly make their knives in America and make them affordable for everyone.

The Bear Song VIII Butterfly Knife is an example of the diverse line of products that Bear & Son Cutlery designs and manufactures. There’s just something cool about flipping out a butterfly knife to cut something with. Yes, these knives are most known for using to perform flipping tricks but with its razor-sharp, 154CM American made steel blade, the Bear Song is ready to work. It’s corrosion-resistant and has excellent edge-retention. The handles are milled stainless steel with a grey Cerakote finish and have a smooth locking latch. The butterfly knife is put together entirely with Torx screws and the flipping mechanism rides smoothly on ball-bearing washers. So, even if you’re just getting into flipping, it’s easy to manage and hone your skills with.

When you think of Gerber Gear, you think of tough tools that will perform for years and years. Renowned as a master of knives and tools, their problem-solving, life-saving products are designed with the unique needs of specific activities in mind. Decades of innovation and dedication to excellence have made them an American brand whose products have global reach and relevance. All Gerber products have been designed and engineered in Portland, OR for over 70 years and whether the products are used to save time, save the day, or save a life, Gerber always delivers.

Also, when you think about this brand, you think about the Gerber Multi-Tool, which has become a legend in its own right. Always using innovation as their base to expand their knife and tool line, the Black Truss Multi-Tool is all-inclusive with 17 tools built to the exacting needs of the professional user in a size-conscious design. The full size multi-tool aims to remove excess heft while keeping all of the functionality and the result is a professional-grade multi-tool that bridges the gap between the problem and the solution. It’s optimized to remove unused tools and include much-requested ones and the handle is constructed from one single piece of steel, allowing for additional strength in a slimmer design. The Truss is built to handle any and all tasks thrown at it: at the job site, around the house, and everywhere in between.

As the creator of some of the most widely recognized knives in the industry today, Gil Hibben’s knowledge and over 60 years of experience are unprecedented in the world of custom knife making. Hibben Knives has gained a legendary status in the industry that is unparalleled and these knives are some of the most sought after in the world. This top-selling brand consists of throwing knives, hunting knives and personal protection knives. Each of these exceptional knives is made for hard, everyday use because no one knows knives better than Gil Hibben with his first-hand experience as an Alaskan hunting guide and throwing knife expert.

Take the Gil Hibben Old West Bloodwood Bowie with you into the most untamed environments and use it under the harshest conditions. It has a keenly sharp, stainless steel clip point blade with a high-polish finish and a beefy profile and the red-brown, natural-look wooden handle is complemented by a gold-plated blade catcher and handguard. A custom leather belt sheath protects and stores the massive bowie knife.

With well over a hundred years of experience, Schrade Knives has a rich, long history that is built on fine craftsmanship, quality and dependability. A leading manufacturer in the industry, it specializes in lightning-fast OTF knives, tough survival knives and survival tools. Each innovative product is built of premium materials and built for a lifetime. Schrade’s strength lies in the third and fourth generation craftsmen who learned their trade from their parents, allowing for unparalleled consistency and quality and the impetus to continue expanding and diversifying their line of exceptional knives.

The Viper OTF Pocket Knife illustrates the way that Schrade has truly taken assisted opening technology to the next level. When you own this OTF, you are as close as you can get to a fully-automatic knife and still be legal. Simply release the safety lock mechanism, engage the blade actuator and watch as the spring mechanism deploys the blade into the locked and open position. A sturdy safety lock prevents accidental misfires to ensure safe carrying of the pocket knife. The premium stainless steel blade features a piercing tanto point and an anodized black finish and the rugged aluminum handle provides a secure, slip-free grip complete with a glass-breaking spike.