Bill Cheatham

Bill Cheatham, born in Pawhuska, Oklahoma and raised in Laveen, Arizona, transitioned into knifemaking in 1975 after a 20-year career in law enforcement. He gained recognition for pioneering the distinctive “chipped flint” grind and developing the first commercially successful gut-hook folding knife. Cheatham crafted both fixed blades and folders known for their rugged, practical design, often finished with mirror-polished blades, burl-wood handles, and nickel-silver accents. His legacy endures through collectors who value his innovative style and dedication to functional artistry.

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