KnifeKits.com

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Overview

KnifeKits.com operates as an online retailer specializing in knife making supplies, including kits, blade blanks, handle materials, tools, and holster-making products. It serves hobbyists and custom knife makers with over 9,000 items available through its website. The company positions itself as a comprehensive supplier in the knifemaking market, established since 2001.

History

KnifeKits.com was founded around 2001 and has been operating for 24 years as of recent records. It is managed by President Alex Whetsell from its location in Senoia, Georgia. The business has grown into one of the largest online retailers for knife making components without noted acquisitions or major pivots.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Folding Knife Kits	Entry-level assembly kits for hobbyists	$50 - $300
Fixed Blade Blanks	Blade blanks for custom fixed knives	$20 - $150
Handle Materials	Scales and slabs in various woods and synthetics	$10 - $100
Pocket Clips & Hardware	Components for knife customization	$5 - $50
Holster Making Supplies	Sheets like Kydex and Boltaron for sheaths	$20 - $200
Grinders & Tools	Equipment for blade shaping and finishing	$100 - $1,000

Manufacturing

KnifeKits.com sources pre-manufactured components such as 440 stainless steel blades (RC 52-55) and kits from external suppliers, with no details on specific manufacturers. Products are not made in-house but distributed from its Georgia facility. Assembly is intended for end-users.

Notable Products

Folding Knife Kits - Pre-cut kits with 440 stainless blades for user assembly into pocket knives.
Blade Blanks - Unfinished stainless steel blanks for fixed blade knives.
Handle Scales - Micarta, G10, and wood materials for knife handles.
Kydex Sheets - Thermoplastic sheets for custom holsters and sheaths.
Blade Grinders - Tools for grinding and sharpening knife edges.

Reputation

KnifeKits.com is viewed by hobbyists as a convenient one-stop supplier for affordable knife making parts and kits. It receives customer reviews on its site but lacks BBB accreditation, which may concern some buyers. Enthusiasts appreciate the product variety, though discussions on forums question the origins of kit manufacturers.

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