A.G. Russell Knives

Hand Knapped Blades

During the time when a cutting tool was some form of stone, volcanic glass (obsidian) was the most prized of all the materials available. It enabled blades to be made that would cut better than any other material. Obsidian was so prized that men would travel hundreds of miles on foot to gather enough for a supply of tools.

Our expert craftsman who has made our obsidian knives for years, uses the same materials and the same techniques to create these models. Each Obsidian knife is handmade and will vary in size, shape and color. While the blades are sharp enough to skin a deer, we do not recommend their use as a tool. They are fragile.

Hand Knapped Obsidian Skinner - Elk Horn