Fremont Knives

Founded in 2014 in Fremont County, Wyoming, Fremont Knives draws inspiration from an unlikely source: ancient stone tools discovered in Wyoming's Great Red Desert. This unique design philosophy, rooted in prehistoric artifacts, shapes the brand's approach to modern survival and hunting tools. The company was established by industry veterans with over 15 years of experience at major knife manufacturers like Gerber, bringing professional expertise to their Wyoming-based operation.

The brand's flagship offering, the Farson Blade, exemplifies their archaeological inspiration—modeled directly after prehistoric Wyoming artifacts while incorporating contemporary materials and manufacturing techniques. Fremont Knives specializes in fixed-blade designs optimized for survival tools, hunting, and outdoor utility applications, with particular emphasis on durability and field performance.

Material selection reflects practical outdoor needs, with the company utilizing 1095 carbon steel for maximum durability in demanding conditions and 154CM stainless steel for applications requiring superior corrosion resistance. This dual-steel approach allows users to select blades suited to their specific environment and maintenance preferences.

Fremont Knives operates with a hybrid manufacturing model, offering both affordable imported options produced in China and premium US-made collaborative custom designs. This strategy makes their archaeologically-inspired designs accessible across different price points while maintaining quality standards. The brand has collaborated with custom makers like Mike Draper on specialized folding and fixed-blade projects.

The company has also partnered with traditional knife makers, including collaborations with Northwoods Knives on classic slip-joint patterns. While Fremont Knives maintains a relatively low profile in the broader knife community, their unique design inspiration and practical approach to outdoor cutlery have carved out a distinctive niche in the survival and hunting knife markets.