The Top Hand Series
Every outfit has a top hand. These knives are a tribute to the hardest hand on the ranch. Built from MagnaCut steel and ancient bog oak, these blades won't quit before you do. Don't beleive me? See the difference for yourself.
The Turquoise Heeler
The Pink Pony
The Desert Dawn
The Mescalero
Handmade Montana Knives
Out here in Montana, where the wind scrapes the hills clean and the work’s never quite done, I make knives the old way—by hand, with heat and grit. Every piece I forge is a custom knife born of fire and purpose, whether it’s a bull cutter built tough enough for the ranch or a finer blade meant for the kitchen. These are Montana made knives, shaped with intention and sharpened with care. I release them in small batches—knife drops I announce when the steel’s ready and the handles speak true. No imports, no shortcuts—just honest USA knives made to last and carry stories.
Montana made knives
What they are saying
"It's not often in this modern era that one gets to hold a current piece of hand forged America"
"With finish and workmanship exceeding what one would expect, this piece that so strongly personifies what America once was and will hopefully be again will have a permanent place in my safe. Rest assured it will not be my last blade purchased from Stetson Forge."
"Excellent Craftsmanship"
"I plan on trying to buy a few more in the next drop"
"I absolutely love my newest blade"
"This is actually my second bull cutter & both are 11/10 on craftsmanship. I love the feel of my knives from Stetson Forge. And as if that's not enough, the quality and attention to detail are second to none. These knives are almost too beautiful to use!"
How I got into hand crafted knives
I’m Jese Stetson, a rancher and Montana knife maker dedicated to crafting high-performance, handcrafted knives built for the working cowboy, the avid outdoorsman, and the all-around blade enthusiast. Every knife I forge is made to work hard, get dirty, and still look sharp—built to last a lifetime and ready for whatever you throw at it.
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