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Louis Martin Custom Knives

Louis Martin Custom Knives

Handmade Combat Knives

A combat knife is a fixed-blade knife designed for military and law enforcement use — robust construction, reliable deployment, and blade geometry optimized for thrusting and utility tasks. Louis Martin combat knives are hand-forged for durability and dependability.

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A combat knife is a fixed-blade knife designed for military and law enforcement use — robust construction, reliable deployment, and blade geometry optimized for thrusting and utility tasks. Louis Martin combat knives are hand-forged for durability and dependability.

A combat knife must never fail. Louis Martin's combat blades are built to that standard — full-tang construction, proven steel, and ergonomics designed for performance under stress. From our workshop to the field, these knives represent our most demanding craftsmanship.

Characteristics & Construction

Full-Tang Fixed Blade

All combat knives are full-tang fixed blades — no folding mechanisms to fail, no pivot to wear. The blade and tang are one continuous piece of forged steel.

Blade Geometry

Double-edged and clip-point profiles for optimal thrusting capability. Blade lengths from 5–8 inches for balance between utility and carry practicality.

Combat Knives 10-piece assorted lot Made to Order

Assorted Lot

Combat Knives — 10-Piece Lot

A hand-picked assortment of 10 combat knife pieces, hand-forged to order in East Northport, NY. Perfect for resellers, gifts, or building a collection. Always available — no waiting on stock. Tell us what you need and we'll confirm options and pricing.

Also available on our eBay store (Top Rated, 110K+ sold), Amazon & Etsy storefronts, in our daily live Whatnot auctions (4.8★, 11,200+ reviews), at gun & knife shows, and for wholesale volume. Carry rules vary: see knife laws by state.

Care & Maintenance

Full care guide →
  1. 1

    Clean after field exposure

    Blood, mud, and salt water are corrosive. Clean and dry immediately after field exposure.

  2. 2

    Inspect the sheath

    Test sheath retention before any mission. A knife that cannot be drawn or falls from the sheath is a liability.

Combat Knives — Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a good combat knife?
Reliability, robustness, and appropriate blade geometry. Full-tang fixed blades outperform folders in demanding situations. A 5–7 inch blade in D2 or high-carbon steel with a secure sheath system is the proven combat knife formula.
What blade steel is best for a combat knife?
D2 tool steel is our primary recommendation — semi-stainless (functional corrosion resistance), 60–62 HRC (excellent edge retention and toughness), and proven in hard-use applications. 1095 high-carbon is an excellent alternative for field repairability.

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One of a kind

Each piece is the only one we made. Sold once, gone for good.

Hand-forged since 1993

Forged, ground, and finished at our own facility.

Warranty in the box

Every knife ships with our warranty card.

Free US shipping

Dispatched within 3 business days.

What Live Buyers Say

★★★★★
"very nice. good quality exactly what i ordered. no micro cracks no bend. the chef knife is straight and very sharp! Great knife!"
@waterboy1991 · via Whatnot
★★★★★
"Outstanding quality and Craftsmanship, incredible customer care, and fast shipping. I will be returning to shop again."
@cdub071 · via Whatnot
★★★★★
"amazing Bowie with pinecone handles and an incredible cutout design on the blade"
@ludom0734 · via Whatnot
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