Louis Martin Custom Knives
Handmade Boot Knives
A boot knife is a compact, slim fixed-blade knife designed to be carried concealed in a boot or leg sheath. Louis Martin boot knives feature slender double-edged or single-edged blades in Damascus and high-carbon steel with clip-type leather leg sheaths.
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A boot knife is a compact, slim fixed-blade knife designed to be carried concealed in a boot or leg sheath. Louis Martin boot knives feature slender double-edged or single-edged blades in Damascus and high-carbon steel with clip-type leather leg sheaths.
The boot knife is the secondary carry companion — always accessible, completely concealed. Louis Martin's handmade boot knives are slim, precisely balanced, and built for the rigors of daily carry in a leg or boot sheath.
Characteristics & Construction
Slim Profile
Boot knife blades are 3–5 inches long and slender — typically under 0.75 inches wide — to sit flat against the leg without printing through clothing.
Double-Edge Option
Many boot knives are double-edged, with both a primary cutting edge and a sharpened false edge on the spine. Verify local laws regarding double-edged knife carry before purchasing.
Leg Sheath
Our boot knives ship with leather leg sheaths equipped with an adjustable Velcro or snap strap for secure positioning at mid-calf or ankle.
Made to Order Assorted Lot
Boot Knives — 10-Piece Lot
A hand-picked assortment of 10 boot 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
Clean daily
Boot carry exposes the sheath to sweat and leg movement. Clean the sheath weekly and condition monthly with neatsfoot oil.
- 2
Inspect sheath retention
Check the sheath snap or strap for secure retention weekly. A boot knife that falls out of its sheath is a safety hazard.
Boot Knives — Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to carry a boot knife?
What is the difference between a boot knife and a dagger?
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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
"Nothing but beauty and fine quality..! Everyone should own some of these knives...!"
"great packaging and great over all product. shipped fairly quickly will definitely be buying from this guy again"
"These guys are legendary and their blades are sick!"
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