About us

High Pines Knives was born from a love of craftsmanship and the outdoors. I first tried forging knives as a kid, turning out little more than pointed pieces of metal I used to whittle sticks. As I grew into my teens, camping and hiking became a bigger part of my life, and I always carried a knife—usually from one of the larger production companies. In college, I returned to knife making, initially as a way to avoid the hefty price tags of commercial knives. I quickly realized I could also design knives for the way I actually used them, rather than settling for models labeled “Survival” or “Tactical,” many of which felt more like props than tools. So I began creating knives that were functional and dependable for real outdoor adventures. I tested them on trips, pushed them to their limits, found their strengths and flaws, shared them with friends and family, and refined my designs to meet the needs of real-world use. After making a few dozen, I discovered how much I loved the craft and chose to pursue it instead of waiting tables. That was the start of High Pines Knives, and today it continues to grow with the same spirit of making real knives for real use.

 

If you have any questions about the knives, comments about a design, or want to see them in a store near you, give me a call! 617-501-8891