Bill Levengood

Bill Levengood is a veteran master of custom cutlery and a prominent member of the Knifemakers Guild, celebrated for his "one at a time" handcrafted excellence since 1983. Specializing in high-performance liner-lock folders, rugged hunters, and specialized fillet knives, Levengood utilizes premium American steels like ATS-34, CPM-S30V, and custom Damascus. His work is defined by impeccable fit and finish, often featuring fully file-worked titanium liners, Mokume-gane bolsters, and rare handle materials including Westinghouse Micarta, mammoth ivory, and genuine stag. As a founding pillar of the Florida Knifemakers Association, Bill Levengood’s knives are highly sought-after by collectors for their smooth mechanical action, artisan-grade aesthetics, and heritage-driven durability, making them premier investments in the world of custom American bladesmithing.