Tortuga Bladeworks
Custom and small-batch knives made one at a time
Hand-forged knives built for real work.
Designed for the field, the camp, and everyday carry - built to be used, not babied.
The shop is being rebuilt. Limited blades are released in small batches. Custom commissions are currently limited. Available blades are listed in the shop or announced on Instagram and the Tortuga Outpost group.
I build knives the way I believe tools should be made
-simple, durable, and honest.
If it doesn’t earn its place in the field, it doesn’t leave the shop. -Brian
For current builds, finished knives, and behind-the-scenes work, follow along on Instagram and Facebook.
The Grizzly is the flagship Tortuga blade—built as a true do-everything outdoor knife. Made from monosteel 80CrV2, it’s tough, dependable, and easy to maintain in the field, with excellent edge retention and resilience under hard use.
A mid-to-deep saber grind balances strength and cutting performance, while the ergonomics are tuned for long days of real work—camp, hunt, and bushcraft.
Specs
Steel: 80CrV2 carbon steel
Blade Length: 4.25”
Overall Length: 8.25”
Thickness: 5/32”
Grind: Mid-to-deep saber
Hand-finished (options vary)
Sheath: Handcrafted Wickett and Craig leather (included)
Featured Products
A bold, hard-use showcase blade forged in stainless san mai—416 cladding over an 80crv2 carbon steel core—combining corrosion resistance, edge performance, and a vivid etched contrast.
The harpoon clip point reinforces the tip for control and strength, while the balanced grind keeps it comfortable and capable in the real world.
Specs
Steel: 416 stainless / 80CrV2 core
Blade Length: 5.25’
Overall Length: 10.5”
Construction: San mai, hand-finished, etched
Sheath: Handcrafted Wickett and Craig leather (included)
The Overlander is a large, versatile camp knife built for serious outdoor work. Forged in stainless san mai—416 stainless cladding over an 80CrV2 carbon steel core—it delivers toughness, corrosion resistance, and a bold etched finish.
Its long glade with a deep belly excels at food prep, game processing, and camp chores, while the balanced design keeps it controllable despite its size.
Specs
Steel: San mai 416 stainless/80CrV2 core
Blade Length: 6”
Overall Length: 11”
Construction: San mai, hand-finished, etched
Sheath: Handcrafted Wickett and Craig leather (included)
A compact, no-nonsense fixed blade built for everyday carry. Made from 80CrV2 carbon steel, this knofe is thin, sharp, and deceptively capable—designed to disappear in the pocket while still handling real work.
Simple lines, a secure grip, and a razor-keen edge make it an ideal companion when you want utility without bulk.
Specs
Steel: 80CrV2 carbon steel
Blade Length: 2”
Overall Length: 6”
Thickness: 1/8”
Grind: Saber
Carry: Pocket or discreet belt carry sheath (included)
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