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As many of you know, June 2024 we lost our son Benjamin in an auto accident. This has been quite a challenge for me and my family as we move forward. As of today's update, (08/28/25) my website will be open for custom knife orders. I am also trying to keep up with making 'Homeless' knives of various models. As these are made, you will find a link for them below or on the HOMELESS KNIVES tab.
With the website open for orders on knives, mugs, apparel and more, please be patient as I fulfill them. Regarding custom knife orders, there may be a 1-2 month wait time for knives but this is all dependent of impact of orders. I will attempt to keep the website as updated as possible moving forward. Whatever knives are listed as "Homeless" are available to ship within a day or two. If you choose to add custom etching to the knife, this may add a few more days.
Thank you for all the continued support.
Chad Kauranen
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“With gratitude, optimism is sustainable.
If you find something to be grateful for,
then you find something to look forward to, and you carry on.”
~Michael J. Fox
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Welcome to CK Knife and Tool, where our primary objective is to consistently achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with the knives we create. This straightforward philosophy has been instrumental in propelling our growth. From humble beginnings as a hobbyist, I've transitioned into a full-time knife maker and YouTuber.
The journey of building a knife business and a YouTube channel has been quite something and I would like to first say thank you to everyone that has been following along on this journey. I would also like to extend my appreciation to those that are still showing support for me as well as other small businesses throughout America. It's the little things that mean a great deal.
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American Handmade Knives
Customize Your Own Knife
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Custom-made knives offer a level of personalization and craftsmanship that sets them apart from mass-produced knives made overseas. When you choose to have a custom knife made with me, you are involved in every step of the creation process, allowing you to select various elements to create a unique and highly functional tool that suits your specific needs and preferences. When completed, you will have a truly one of a kind knife. A knife no one else has in the world.
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*** ABOUT ME ***
I'm a U.S. Marine Veteran and a former Law Enforcement Officer. I began making knives back in 2014 when my good friend and mentor, Jeff Conti first walked me through the process. After my first knife, it just went crazy. Knife after knife I just kept making, practicing and designing. Staying true to what I was taught, "Form follows function", and to not get caught up in all the gimmicks and fads surrounding the knife world.
After almost 20 years living in Washington, my family and I left the Pacific Northwest and rooted ourselves here in Gillette, Wyoming. After spending most of 2021 moving and rebuilding CK Knife and Tool I now am in the process to become Wyoming's premier knife maker.
But besides making knives and running a successful YouTube channel, I have become an Ambassador for the Made in America Movement.
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Please take a look at the knives I have made to-date as well as checking out my YouTube channel for customer knives, gear and tools as well as a more personal look into who and what CK Knife and Tool is.
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Thanks,
Chad