Q & A With Our Founder
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Ask Matt - Where do you make your products?
By William Henry August 14, 2019Have a question about the William Henry multiverse? Email community@williamhenry.com and Matt will choose a couple to answer in this monthly forum... Question: Where do you make your products? We design and build virtually every WH piece, across all categories, in our studio in Oregon. We have three separate shops – one for knives and money clips, one for pens... -
Ask Matt - Where do you get your amazing materials?
By William Henry July 15, 2019Have a question about the William Henry multiverse? Email community@williamhenry.com and Matt will choose a couple to answer in this monthly forum... Question: Where do you get your amazing materials? Everywhere. Literally. I’ve been at this for 30 years now, and WH has been around for 22 and counting. During all that time, I and the staff at WH have... -
Material of the Month: Mokume Gane
By William Henry June 20, 2019https://youtu.be/uRYHBC5Rwnc Mokume Gane Jewelry & Knife Guide Some materials tell stories through their sheer existence. Mokume gane, a centuries-old Japanese metalworking art, embodies history, craftsmanship, and innovation in every swirl and layer. This guide delves into its journey from traditional samurai weaponry to contemporary jewelry and knives, revealing why mokume gane has become a hallmark of both artistry and utility... -
Ask Matt - What is Koftgari?
By William Henry June 20, 2019Have a question about the William Henry multiverse? Email community@williamhenry.com and Matt will choose a couple to answer in this monthly forum... Question: What is Koftgari? Koftgari is an ancient Persian technique for inlaying precious metal into steel. I have an old knife that I found in a bazaar in Pakistan that features sterling silver inlaid into the forged steel... -
Ask Matt - How long does it take to make a knife?
By William Henry May 03, 2019Have a question about the William Henry multiverse? Email community@williamhenry.com and Matt will choose a couple to answer in this monthly forum... Question: How long does it take to make a WH knife? I’ve always answered this question “Until it’s done”. Maybe a little trite, but it’s the truth. It’s also true that we orchestrate a global dance on many...