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Material of the Month: Mokume Gane

By William Henry June 20, 2019

https://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...

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FEATURED William Henry CUSTOMER : Tony Huffman

By William Henry June 20, 2019

As a child of the South, a pocketknife was as much a part of the wardrobe as the pants it was carried in, and I was no exception. There is not a time I can remember not having a Case or Buck or Gerber knife in my pocket. Little did I know there was a much wider world of knives...

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It Matters...

By William Henry June 20, 2019

Hi all, I’m just back from a big trade show in Vegas with William Henry. As exhausting as these big shows are, it’s always good to step outside the bubble and see what we do in the world. Left to right: Musician Matt Goss, William Henry Sales Associate Michelle and Matt Conable. While at the JCK event we got to...

Craftsmanship and Artistry & Q & A With Our Founder

Ask Matt - What is Koftgari?

By William Henry June 20, 2019

Have 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...

Craftsmanship and Artistry

Where it all began...

By Matt Conable May 06, 2019

As we begin our WH newsletter, I thought I’d share a little of the backstory of how I ended up here – what a long strange trip it’s been... I’m another one of those college drop-outs that did alright – in 1989 I left Cornell, mid sophomore year, to take a grunt job in a little knife shop in Davenport...

Exotic and Rare Materials

Woolly Mammoth Tooth

By William Henry May 04, 2019

We're starting a new Material of the Month feature, where we discuss the crazy materials and techniques that drive our artistry. We thought we should start off with a bang and dive right into fossil WOOLLY MAMMOTH TOOTH! William Henry Founder and Creative Director Matt Conable explains where we get this extraordinary material and what we do with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOXMcm3MD7s...

Craftsmanship and Artistry & Q & A With Our Founder

Ask Matt - How long does it take to make a knife?

By William Henry May 03, 2019

Have 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...

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FEATURED William Henry CUSTOMER - Christina Dale

By William Henry May 02, 2019

Just received another bracelet today. Screams....I love my William Henry jewelry. These rare pieces of gemstone put together are very unique and exotic. I especially love how these bracelets add such a sophisticated look to my casual wear. Not only does it give a bold statement to my attire, these precious stones have healing and protection properties that keeps my...