It wasn’t just hard work that honed Bryan’s craft. A fortuitous encounter with Bohumil Nebesky, a Czechoslovakian master cutler, transformed his approach. Nebesky shared invaluable secrets, including a unique hardening and tempering process that gave Svord knives their distinctive strength and edge. Equipped with this newfound knowledge, Bryan built his own heat-treating plant, further elevating his product.

While Svord produces a wide range of knives, one of its standout products is the Peasant Knife. Modelled after 16th-century Bavarian designs, this folding knife is beloved for its simplicity and utility. The blade, crafted from Swedish high-carbon steel, boasts superior edge retention and ease of sharpening. The polypropylene handle ensures that the knife is lightweight, durable, and easy to maintain.

As Svord grew in reputation, the business also became a family affair. Bryan’s daughters, Kelsey and Madison, have both joined Svord, bringing fresh perspectives to the knife-making craft. Bryan and his daughters continue to honour Svord’s commitment to quality, offering a lifetime warranty against breakage under normal use, ensuring that each blade can be passed down as a family heirloom.

In a world of mass-produced goods, Svord knives offer something rare: a tool crafted with care, built to last, and designed to be a lifelong companion.