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How Engraved Gerber Knives Slid Into the Arena of Pocket Knives

Gerber Mini Paraframe

Engraved Gerber Knives weren’t developed by a knife expert. They were started by the owner of an advertising agency. This weird start developed into a huge pocket knife company known around the world.

In 1939, Joseph Gerber, the advertiser, used a set of kitchen knives as an unusual Christmas gift to his customers. At the time, it was considered inappropriate to give anything sharp to a customer. Joseph broke tradition, and started a revolution. Abercrombie & Fitch contacted him to sell his knives in their next catalog. So that’s how Gerber Knives slid into the knife arena.

The company then climbed the ladder of success. In 1947, it developed the AF Hunter and the Shorty hunting knife. The next rung of the ladder happened in 1967. They made the Mark II combat knife for soldiers in the Vietnam War.

GERBER COMPLEAT MINI CUTTING BOARD 1072327

Now in 2026, Engraved Gerber Knives are extremely popular as Christmas gifts with a company logo laser engraved on the blade. Also in this year, they introduced a portable cutting board with an attached knife. It is sure to be a popular gift for campers and boaters.

Best of luck in the lucrative future!

The Hidden History of Engraved Buck Knives

“Buck knives” is a a common household name these days. That’s because they are made by a company that goes way back. Every man eventually wants a Buck knife.

Hoyt Buck made the first one in 1902. However, it wasn’t until 1961 that Al Buck incorporated the company. That was a long stretch by today’s business standards. Engraved Buck Knives really came into being in 1964, when the magical model

110 Buck Folding Hunter Lockback

110 Folding Hunter was invented. That is the model that epitomizes the brand to this day. Happy 62nd birthday to that one! That’s a long time to be idolized with the name of the company.

Engraved Kershaw Knives Has a Jump Start

Kershaw Chive 1600

Where did Kershaw come from? It started as a company not too long ago, in 1974.

Pete Kershaw founded it, and brought a lot of pocket knife experience with him.

He used to be the national sales manager of Gerber Legendary Blades. His vast knowledge of pocket knives gave Pete a jump start into his own knife business.

Three years later, he partnered with a Japanese blade manufacturer, called KAI

Kershaw® “Leek” Knife 1660 (USA) IN COLORS

Group. In the years 1996-2003, he started manufacturing some of the knives in the USA, in Wilsonville, Oregon. In 1998, he was helped by designer Ken Onion and developed the patented “SpeedSafe” mechanism, an assisted-opening feature. This opening feature is utilized in the Leek, Scallion, and Chive models, which remain very popular to this day. Today, in 2026, Engraved Kershaw Knives remain a very popular set of gift knives. Companies who want to give a lasting Christmas gift to their customers choose Kershaw. The company logo is permanently laser engraved on the blade or metal handle.

We wish many more successful years to Pete and Engraved Kershaw Knives.

How Old Are Company Logo Knives?

Back in the late 1800’s pocket knives began their use as promotional products. The Remington Cutlery Company started to produce knives with other company logos, like Purina Nehi, Franklin Fire Insurance, and Kelly Tires. These “Company Logo Knives” are the earliest examples that I can find. So, if you ever find an old-looking pocket knife at a flea market with those logos, it is probably over 100 years old.

The 5 criteria that determine the value of an old company logo knife, are,

Age of the knife
Condition
Material of the handle
Style
Brand

An extensive source of knowledge on Company Logo Knives can be found in this fantastic book:

White, Richard D., Advertising Cutlery With Values, Schiffer Publishing Ltd. , 1999

Don’t Let March End Without A Kutmaster Knife In Your Arsenal

Having a Kutmaster Knife in your toolbox leaves you prepared to tackle so many things –

Need to slice a fruit or veggie? Done.
Need a set of pliers? Done.
Need to cut a rope? Done.
Need to filet a fish? Done.

So many options under one brand!

Kutmaster 5″ Lockback with Brass Bolsters & Stainless Blade 15-17101L

4 3/4″ Stainless Fruit/ Vegetable Knife 95-1712ss

Kutmaster Filet Knife 15-701E

Kutmaster Multimaster Tool Needle Nose 15-3566E

These Personalized Pocket Knives Are On The Top Of Our List

The Best Personalized Pocket Knives

With there being so many pocketknife options to choose from these days, it’s important to focus on key qualities to separate the “good ones” from the “great ones.” Do your Personalized Pocket Knives check all of these boxes?

Compact
High-quality steel blade
Lightweight, yet heavy-duty
Fair price
Sturdy handle

Kershaw Shuffle

Gerber Ultralight Lockback 6050

Buck Bantam BBW Camo

Pocket Knives Engraved For March

As we enter the last week of March, it’s time to think about how you have shown your appreciation to your best customers and employees this year.
Have you . . .

Bought them a morning coffee “just because”?
Taken them out to lunch?
Ordered them custom Pocket Knives Engraved?

Traditional Series 2.0 Trapper Green Bone 110829

Kershaw Shuffle

Grab These Engraved Gerber Knives For Ag Day

Engraved Gerber Knives for National Ag Day

Today is National Ag Day – maybe not a holiday that most people know about, but for those of you who live in the heartland of America, you know that this is a special day. Today we should recognize those who work in the agriculture industry, and help keep our country nourished and support our economy. How can we say thank-you?

Shop at your local farmer’s market, or buy local items from your grocery store
Encourage kids to join 4-H
Order Engraved Gerber Knives that say “National Ag Day”

Gerber Ultralight Lockback 6050

Springtime Is Better With Engraved Buck Knives

We have finally rounded the corner and entered springtime! I don’t care what anyone says, spring is by far the best season. The air is fresh, the temperature is moving up, and everything is blooming. To top it all off, you should add some Engraved Buck Knives to your list of what to gift to your best customers this season. It’ll be one more reason to brighten their day!

Buck Bantam BBW Camo

How Engraved Kershaw Knives Became So Popular in a Short Time

Engraved Kershaw knives have grown in popularity as both practical tools and meaningful keepsakes. Known for combining performance, affordability, and sleek design, Kershaw knives have long held a respected place in the everyday carry (EDC) community. Adding custom laser engraving has made them valuable as keepsakes.

Kershaw Scallion Knife

Founded in 1974, Kershaw Knives built its reputation on innovation, precision heat treatment, and collaborations with respected designers like Ken Onion. Models such as the Leek and Scallion are especially popular choices for engraving due to their clean blade surfaces and strong brand recognition.

One reason engraved Kershaw knives are in demand is their versatility as awards. They are commonly personalized for weddings, retirements, and corporate milestones. A name, badge number, meaningful date, or short message transforms a high-quality tool into a lasting memento. For groomsmen gifts in particular, engraved knives have become a modern alternative to traditional accessories.

Collectors and outdoor enthusiasts also appreciate the balance between customization and usability. Unlike decorative-only blades, Kershaw knives are built for rugged every day use. The blades always come out of the box with extremely sharp blades.