Williams Blade Design. Knives and tools designed by Americans James (father) and Christopher (son) Williams. Designs based on ancient, proven patterns (e.g. Japan) produced by prestigious contractors. Among them we can find the cult manufacturer: Winkler Knives (USA) and the best European knifemakers in their class: TRC Knives (Lithuania), LionSteel (Italy). The assortment includes folding knives, knives with a fixed blade, axes and other tools dedicated to everyday use (EDC), outdoor and tactical.
Williams Blade Design OZFS01 Osoraku Zukuri Folder Spectral Series 3.5″ M390 FatCarbon Integral
Williams Blade Design OZFS01 Osoraku Zukuri Folder Spectral Series 3.5" is a project limited to 400 pcs created in cooperation with FatCarbon Materials and LionSteel.
OZFS01 is a knife from the Osoraku Zukuri Folder series. Equipped with a 3.5-inch blade and slimmed down profile, it provides impressive lightness and compactness. Made of innovative, especially developed for this project FatCarbon "Sepctral", the innovative Solid handle is shaped from a single piece of material. In combination with the frame lock, tested over 100,000 closing and opening with zero loss of stability provides an exceptionally strong and rigid construction. The classic tapered handle provides a comfortable and versatile grip. The Bohler M390 steel blade provides great durability. This knife is the culmination of more than two decades of design experience. OZFS01 is the perfect folder for gentlemen.
Williams Blade Design OZM002 Osoraku Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5″
Williams Blade Design OZM002 Osoraku Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5"
The OZM series is a compact fixed blade with our classic Osoraku Zukuri grind. The high performance Sleipner steel blade and canvas micarta handle, with hidden tang construction, make for a streamlined package that stays true to classical Japanese design. The raised screw on the outward facing side of the handle allows for indexing in the same way as a traditional rayskin handle, mimicking the emperor node. The Kydex sheath is expertly crafted by TRC Knives, and features a loop with Pull-the-DOT snap for a range of carry options. This is a premium compact fixed blade for EDC and outdoor use.
Williams Blade Design SZK004 Shobu Zukuri Kaiken 4.5″ | Vanadis 4 Extra | Burlap Micarta
Williams Blade Design SZK004 Shobu Zukuri Kaiken 4.5" | Vanadis 4 Extra | Burlap Micarta
The SZK series features a classic Shobu Zukuri grind for excellent lateral strength and cutting ability. Part of our EDC fixed blade line, this knife is optimized for compact and comfortable carry. Featuring a Vanadis 4 Extra blade, one of the toughest tool steels on the market, and burlap micarta handle scales with brass pins. We produced this blade with TRC Knives because of their reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail. The SZK 004 is a limited run batch of 130 pieces. This knife features a tool steel blade, basic care is required to avoid corrosion.
Williams Blade Design SZT001 Shobu Zukuri Tanto 5.75″ | Elmax | Black Canvas Micarta
Williams Blade Design SZT001 Shobu Zukuri Tanto 5.75" | Elmax | Black Canvas Micarta made by TRC Knives.
The largest blade in our Shobu Zukuri series, with the same classic grind for excellent lateral strength and cutting ability. This full sized knife is designed for maximum utility in an easily carryable size. Featuring a tough Elmax blade, for serious field use, and black canvas micarta handle scales with brass pins. We produced this blade with TRC Knives because of their reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail. The SZT 001 is a knife made for hard use, but with the refinement of a collector’s piece. This is an individually numbered batch of 100 pieces.
Williams Blade Design OZM001 Osoraku Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5″
Williams Blade Design OZM001 Osoraku Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5"
The OZM series is a compact fixed blade with our classic Osoraku Zukuri grind. The high performance Sleipner steel blade and canvas micarta handle, with hidden tang construction, make for a streamlined package that stays true to classical Japanese design. The raised screw on the outward facing side of the handle allows for indexing in the same way as a traditional rayskin handle, mimicking the emperor node. The Kydex sheath is expertly crafted by TRC Knives, and features a loop with Pull-the-DOT snap for a range of carry options. This is a premium compact fixed blade for EDC and outdoor use.
Williams Blade Design SZM002 Shobu Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5″ | M390 | Green Canvas Micarta
Williams Blade Design SZM002 Shobu Zukuri Mini Kaiken 3.5" | M390 | Green Canvas Micarta
The smallest blade in our Shobu Zukuri series, with the same classic grind for excellent lateral strength and cutting ability. Part of our EDC fixed blade line, this knife is optimized for compact and comfortable carry. Featuring an M390 blade, with market leading edge retention, and green canvas micarta handle scales with brass pins. We produced this blade with TRC Knives because of their reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail. The SZM 002 is a knife made for hard use, but with the refinement of a collector’s piece. This is an individually numbered batch of 150 pieces.