What’s included:


It’s more than just a blade…


One of the biggest complaints I hear when talking with people who have purchased a custom knife from another maker in the past is that they can’t remember a particular detail about their knife. Whether it’s the type of steel used, the materials in the handle, or something else, it’s a frequent complaint. Because of this, I decided to give my customers a little something extra. That’s why I include a Certificate of Authenticity with EVERY custom knife I make!! The Certificate includes a picture of the knife, the serial number, the name of the original purchaser, and a spec list of every aspect of the knife. It also lists individualized instructions for care, specially tailored to your knife and the materials and finish used. The bottom of the blade is signed and dated by myself upon completion of the knife.

Example of the Certificate of Authenticity

A note about certificates: I understand that life happens. So if something happened to your Certificate of Authenticity, or if you purchased your Josh Harley Custom Knife second-hand and did not receive one, feel free to contact me for a replacement Certificate. I keep a database of every knife sold, so all I need is the serial number.


I also include a hand-made leather sheath. I make each one personally, and each one is custom fit to its own knife. I can forego the sheath if requested by the customer, but I usually only do so for kitchen knives.

Lastly, in addition to the Certificate of Authenticity, the sheath, and the knife itself, each knife and sheath are marked with my unique makers mark. This mark identifies each knife and sheath as my handiwork, and assures the customer of its quality.


"Information" table of contents

  1. Information
  2. What's included:
  3. The Anatomy of a knife
  4. My Process...
  5. Materials I use: Steel
  6. Materials I use: Handles
  7. Other Materials