Louis Martin Custom Knives
Handmade Stiletto Knives
A stiletto is a slender, needle-pointed knife with minimal or no edge, designed as a thrusting weapon. Modern stiletto pocket knives refer to spring-assisted folding knives with a slim Italian-style profile. Louis Martin stilettos are handcrafted as fine collector pieces.
Quick Answer
A stiletto is a slender, needle-pointed knife with minimal or no edge, designed as a thrusting weapon. Modern stiletto pocket knives refer to spring-assisted folding knives with a slim Italian-style profile. Louis Martin stilettos are handcrafted as fine collector pieces.
The stiletto — elegant, precise, historically significant — is one of the most refined knife designs in history. Louis Martin's stiletto knives are crafted as collector-grade pieces, combining traditional profiles with master-level blade work in Damascus and high-carbon steel.
Characteristics & Construction
Profile
Our stiletto blades feature the classic Italian stiletto profile — slender double or single-edged blade, pronounced taper to a needle point, and elegant bolsters in nickel silver or brass.
Handle Design
Stiletto handles echo the Italian tradition: curved, waisted handles in stag antler, mother of pearl, celluloid imitation, or exotic stabilized wood.
Made to Order Assorted Lot
Stiletto Knives — 10-Piece Lot
A hand-picked assortment of 10 stiletto 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, Amazon & Etsy storefronts, on Whatnot and at gun & knife shows, and for wholesale volume.
Care & Maintenance
Full care guide →- 1
Handle with care
Stiletto points are extremely fine and fragile. Avoid tip contact with hard surfaces.
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Store in a display case
Collector stilettos are best stored in a lined display case to prevent handle material degradation and tip damage.
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Oil the blade
Apply Renaissance Wax or museum-quality blade wax for long-term storage and display.
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