Knifemaker
Marius De Klerk
MDK KNIVES
Hartbeesfontein, North West
Since c. 2023 · 3 yrs
In Marius’s own words
I've always wanted to make a knife and dabbled a bit here and there. So It started in 2023 when my eldest son turned 10 and wanted a handmade knife for his 10th birthday.
Well it came out "decent" but I was hooked to improve and try different techniques.
What I truly love about making knives, is bringing together all the different skills in steelwork, wood work, metallurgy, creativity and producing somthing someone will use and cherish for life!
Written for this directory in 2026.
Past work
These pieces show Marius’s style; most have found owners. Ask what’s on the bench now or commission your own.
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Tactical / Tanto
Steel: Sawmill blade · Handle: Canvas Micarta · Combination flat grind · Kydex sheath
