Forged in Fire
The Soul of The Blade
The Craft, The Story, and The Man Behind it All.
Workable Art
Obviously, you like knives! Me too! And you found me because you like knives that are forged in fire, hammered, and created the time-tested method of forging the steel and creating workable art! Now with that said, finding one of these types of knives is not the most easy thing to do.
Here at Indy Hammered Knives, I make the knives myself; I do this as my career and keep every single aspect of the process in my own shop with my own hands. My commitment to you is to provide you with the highest quality handmade, hand-forged knife that hands can make, at a price you can afford.
“The best part of the knife, in my eyes, is the story and making each knife personal or unique.”
The Journey
From Corporate Hallways to the Anvil.
The Re-Birthday
“At just the right time, I heard you. On the day of salvation, I helped you.”
That day was May 12, 2011! My actual birthday and my true re-birthday. My life was out of control, and I certainly wasn’t focused on much else other than myself. I was formally a Nursing Home Administrator / Social Worker—a “hot mess” dying slowly due to my alcoholism.
But by the Holy Grace of Our Father, he kept his promise and heard my cry, and I have been free from the chains of alcoholism and pride for over 11 years. He has led me here to this place today where I use my hands and toil in the “fields” to secure my “bread”.
Making items passionately and creatively has been more rewarding than any other venture I have ever encountered. Not only are these items timeless, but they are treasures that can be passed on for generations.
Faith & First Fruits
Wool Blankets
Every wool blanket that we sell, we will be purchasing and delivering a matching wool blanket to someone who is homeless or in need.
Meaningful Employment
As we grow, we will be employing folks that might not otherwise have a chance to find meaningful and rewarding employment.
Tithe & Housing
10% of the profits, “first fruits,” will always go to God first, and anytime we can assist someone with finding secure housing that needs it, we will assist them.
James C Wahls, Sr.
Founder, Indy Hammered Knives
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a Piece of the Forge?
Explore our collection of hand-forged knives, camp essentials, and custom work. Each piece is crafted with purpose, faith, and American steel.