About
Chris Hunt
Knife Maker, Plymouth, UK
Why "Stammer"?
I've had a stammer my whole life. Growing up, it was something I struggled with—the frustration of knowing exactly what you want to say but having the words catch in your throat. Over time, I learned that my stammer isn't a weakness. It's part of who I am.
When I started making knives, I realised there was a parallel. Forging a blade takes patience. You can't rush the steel. You work with it, not against it. The same way I've learned to work with my stammer—taking my time, finding my rhythm—I approach each knife with that same deliberate care.
The name "Stammer Knives" is my way of owning my story. Every blade I make carries that spirit: patience, perseverance, and the belief that what makes us different can become our greatest strength.
My Journey
I'm based in Plymouth, on the south coast of Devon. My journey into knife making started with a fascination for tools and craftsmanship—the idea that you could take raw materials and transform them into something both beautiful and functional.
What began as a hobby in my workshop quickly became an obsession. I spent countless hours learning about metallurgy, heat treatment, and blade geometry. Every knife taught me something new, and I'm still learning with every blade I forge.
I work alone, by choice. Every knife that leaves my workshop is made entirely by my hands—from the initial forging to the final edge. There are no production lines here, no employees, no shortcuts. Just me, the steel, and the time it takes to do things properly.
Patience
Good things take time. I don't rush the process—each knife gets the attention it deserves.
One of a Kind
Every knife is unique. No two are exactly alike—each one has its own character and story.
Made with Heart
This isn't just work—it's what I love doing. That passion goes into every blade I make.
Materials I Work With
Blade Steels
- 1095 High Carbon Steel
- O1 Tool Steel
- 80CrV2
- Damascus (1095/15N20)
- San Mai
Handle Materials
- Stabilised Wood (British & Exotic)
- Bog Oak
- Micarta
- G10
- Natural Materials
Based in Plymouth
I work from my workshop in Plymouth, Devon. While I don't have a storefront, I'm always happy to arrange collection for local customers or discuss your requirements in person.
All knives are shipped across the UK and internationally.
Ready to Work Together?
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