Knife Styles - Introduction
Like the legendary knifemaker Bill Moran, founder of the bladesmith school in Old Washington, Arkansas, where the first Bowie Knife was made, Bill Post is a self-taught knifemaker who started at a young age. Through trial and error, many books and videos and feedback from great knifemakers over the years, Post honed his skills. Today, his knives stand out for their unique curves and angles. The Post Signature fighter-style knife won Best in Show in the Fixed Blade Division at the Central Texas Knife Collectors Show last year.
One unique feature of Post’s knives is his use of Delta Post Oak wood from the The Nature Conservancy’s Kingsland Prairie Preserve. Because Post owns land adjacent to the Preserve, he is permitted to use the deads and falls from the Delta Post Oaks there. Normally, wood from this type of tree is used for common purposes, such as railroad cross-ties, and would not be very desirable for a knife handle. However, according to the Nature Conservancy, the soil in the Preserve “is extremely rare, making it a high priority for conservation. The unusual soil type—Lafe soil—is high in salts toxic to most plants…” As a result, the Delta Post Oaks there are dwarfed and very knotted, and the wood makes a beautiful knife handle.
Post Alien Custom Hand-made Fighter Style Knife
This is the Post Alien knife, custom-made by hand for you. While Bill does not condone knife fighting, he believes this knife is more ergonomically designed because the wrist does not have to bend to maximize cutting potential--a feature James Bowie, a fellow Arkansan, would have likely appreciated. The knife pictured (with a handle made of Birdseye Maple) is only an example. [Approximate length: 4 inch blade; 9 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Bat Wing Style Knife
This bat wing style knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured (with an ebony handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 5 inch blade; 8-1/2 to 9 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Bird & Trout Knife (BT10)
This bird & trout knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured (with an alternative ivory handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 3 inch up-swept blade; 6-1/2 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Bird & Trout Knife (BT20)
This bird & trout knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured (with a water buffalo horn handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 3 inch blade; 6 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Clip- or Drop-Point Knife
This clip- or drop-point knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured (with a Delta Post Oak handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 4 inch blade; 7-1/2 to 8 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Gut Hook Hunting Knife
This gut hook hunting knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured (with a Central American Cocobolo wood handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 4 inch blade; 7 to 7-1/2 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Custom Hand-made Whitetail Deer Jawbone Knife
This whitetail deer jawbone knife is custom-made by hand for you. The knife pictured is only an example. [Approximate length: 3-5 inch blade; 6-9 inches overall; your choice.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Post Signature Custom Hand-made Fighter Style Knife
This is the Post Signature knife, Bill's own design, custom-made by hand for you. This fighter-style knife has won multiple awards. While Bill does not condone knife fighting, he believes this knife is more ergonomically designed because the wrist does not have to bend to maximize cutting potential--a feature James Bowie, a fellow Arkansan, would have likely appreciated. The knife pictured (with a cocobolo wood handle) is only an example. [Approximate length: 4-3/4 inch blade; 10 inches overall.] Bill offers many options so he can make exactly what you want, but if you're not sure, just click on "Bill's Choice", and Bill will make a great choice for you based on his considerable experience. Bill Post of Kingsland, Arkansas is known for the unique curves and angles of his knives as well as his use of high carbon D2 tool steel, which he polishes to a mirror finish. He is the only knifemaker in the world to use Delta Post Oak, which grows near his home. Your knife comes with a custom-fit leather sheath, stitched and tooled by hand, and a life-time warranty, which includes free polishing and sharpening! Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.