First Nations Knives, knives made by native Americans

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After flipping through my new Blade magazine, I noticed an ad for a company called First Nations Knives. Being of American Indian heritage, and having an interest in native American culture, I was of course interested. After checking out their site, they look they are trying to get on their feet, but I think it is a real opportunity to get some really neat knives. I only saw one design available, but I just visited their site several minutes ago. If any of you are interested, the site is http://www.firstnationsknives.com/index.htm. I can't wait to see what else they have. No, I don't have any ties with the company, just another knife nut doing his civic duty.
 
Although I'm not attracted to the fat spearpoint blade or laser etching, I love the handle design and choice of materials. Can't wait to see their future lineup.

-Bob
 
I wasn't too interested in the blade shape either, but I am cised to see what else they have to put out there!
 
I think it is a very good artistic knife. However I dig functional knives as I use them a lot.
 
I went to the site and reviewed the material. The one thing I didn't see them say was that the knives actually are "made" by Native Americans. Designed by Native Americans, and made by a company that is a partnership between descendents of the Case family and the Seneca tribe - but not made by Native Americans. (Of course I'm Canadian so "Native North American" might be more of a selling point.)

The design certainly isn't one traditionally used (or made) by indigenous North American peoples. If the knives aren't, in fact, made by them then this all seems like a marketing attempt.

I'm trying to not be overly critical and I do hope their joint venture is successful. But the wording of the marketing seems to imply more than I think is really the actual story.

David
 
Have you tried the knives by David Yellowhorse made by Buck the "hammered metal look " is quite unique and reminds me of many ancient blade types unearthed at many archaelogical sites.I believe D.Yellowhorse is Navajo in descent and his designs reflect a Southwest style. :p
 
The design certainly isn't one traditionally used (or made) by indigenous North American peoples.
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Being that Native Americans never developed metallurgy (not entirely true, I know), it would be impossible to create authentic Native knives made of steel. However, once Euopeans arrived, the Native Americans did make and utilize knives made from metal scraps, and many had access to trade knives.

Regardless, it is good to see another American knife brand, and I think there is a market for Native American - themed knives, handmade with traditional materials. As far as the geneology of the makers and owners, that's completely irrelevent to me, but probably makes good advertising.

Best Wishes,
Bob
 
Stickbait said:
Have you tried the knives by David Yellowhorse made by Buck the "hammered metal look " is quite unique and reminds me of many ancient blade types unearthed at many archaelogical sites.I believe D.Yellowhorse is Navajo in descent and his designs reflect a Southwest style. :p
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Yes, I really liked his United Cutlery and Buck collaborations, and I'm very interested in getting ALL of them :D .
 
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