Knifemaker
Jakobus Steyn
JFS Knives
Sasolburg, Free State
Since c. 1988 · 38 yrs
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In Jakobus’s own words
I am a hobby-ist knifemaker, making knives for more than 20 years.
All the work is done by myself, sheaths included.
I attend 2-3 knife shows a year; Baobab, Bloemfontein and Huntex..
Written for this directory in 2026.
Work
Pieces marked available are for sale. Contact Jakobus directly to buy one or to commission your own.
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Hunter Available · R2800
Steel: 440C · Handle: Wild olive and blue resin · Length: 236 mm · 440C with wild olive handle on white liners and a mirror finish.
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EDC Available · R2200
Steel: 440C · Handle: Blue maple burl · Length: 200 mm
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Drop point hunter Available · R3200
Steel: 1070 and 15n20 · Handle: Tambotie · Length: 250mm