Knifemaker

Edward Pretorius

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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In Edward’s own words

My name is Edward Louis Pretorius, I currently reside in Little Falls, Johannesburg. I started knife making three and a half years ago, as a side-line hobby, which ended up turning into a full-time business. I love making tactical fighters, bowies, and art knives. I ran and owned my own fish taxidermy company for 18 years, which gave me an upper hand in being creative, as well as I am a tool-maker by trade which lead to my interest in working with steel and ultimately the fine art of making knives. So, I decided to open my own company in producing knives.

This has become a big part of my life and a massive passion. My day to day inspiration comes from military and early pioneer days through history. I also take a lot of inspiration from famous knife makers-past and present-who have been in the trade longer than myself.

Written for this directory in 2020.

Past work

These pieces show Edward’s style; most have found owners. Ask what’s on the bench now or commission your own.

  • Small Japanese-Style Tanto EDC by Edward Pretorius

    Small Japanese-Style Tanto EDC

    Small Japanese-style Tanto EDC · Blade steel: W2 with Harmon · Handle: G10 with paracord and skull bead lanyard · Sheath: Kydex

  • Small EDC Utility by Edward Pretorius

    Small EDC Utility

    Small EDC Utility · Blade steal: 440C, Acid stone wash · Handle: Paracord wrap with skull bead · Sheath: Kydex Scout carry

  • Small Bowie-Style Fighter by Edward Pretorius

    Small Bowie-Style Fighter

    Small bowie-style fighter · Blade steel: W2, with Japanese harmon and spine file work · Handle: Deer antler, guard and pommel is stainless steel · Sheath: Leather with Ostrich shin inlay

  • Hunter by Edward Pretorius

    Hunter

    Hunter · Blade steel: N690, Mirror polish finish · Handle: Bocote, mosaic pin with stainless steel bolsters · Sheath: Leather

  • Utility EDC by Edward Pretorius

    Utility EDC

    Utility EDC · Blade steel: 440C Satin finish · Handle: Orange & black Micarta with tube rivets, Black paracord lanyard with skull bead · Sheath: Kydex

  • European Camp-Style Knife by Edward Pretorius

    European Camp-Style Knife

    European camp-style knife · Blade steel: W2 Japanese harmon, spine file work · Handle: Guard and pommel nut bronze, bronze patina and deer antler · Sheath: Leather

  • Small Veld Knife by Edward Pretorius

    Small Veld Knife

    Veld Knife · Blade steel: Astro-Damascus(Piet Groosen), hot blued · Handle: Wild olive, Black & white liners with mosaic pin and stainless steel bolster · Sheath: Leather

  • Push Dagger by Edward Pretorius

    Push Dagger

    Push Dagger · Blade steel: O1 (k460), acid stone wash · Handle: Red bush willow, Mosaic pin and brass rivets and red liner · Sheath: Kydex

  • Bird And Trout Knife by Edward Pretorius

    Bird And Trout Knife

    Bird and Trout knife · Blade steel: N690 Satin finish · Handle: Wild Olive with titanium bolsters and mosaic pin · Sheath: Leather

  • Fairbyrne Sykes by Edward Pretorius

    Fairbyrne Sykes

    Fairbyrne Sykes · Blade steel: 5160 Cerokoted knife and handle · Sheath: Kydex · Blade length: 7 inch

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