Who I Am

Welcome to my website. My name is Bill Ruple. I have been making knives since 1988 and serve on the board of directors of the Texas Knifemakers and Collectors Association. I specialize in multi-blade folders. I prefer to do only slip joints, however I do make some locking folders by request. My first love is reproducing some of the older patterns made by the early knife companies, but I do make more "modern" looking knives as well.

What Goes Into My Knives

I use 440C, ATS-34, D2 and commercial Damascus for blades, however I can use any blade material the customer wants. I offer filework on some models and can also filework liners. My prices start at $350 for a single-blade knife, and can go up to $1000 depending on fittings and handle material. I prefer natural materials for handles, such as bone, ivory, and pearl. I also use stag (in limited supply) and other materials as requested by customers.

Getting Around My Website

Examples of my knives can be found in the Gallery.
Knives available for immediate sale are listed in the Available section.
Words from my customers can be found in Comments.
Check the Schedule for a listing of knife shows I'm attending.
Read up on the Guarantee that comes with each knife I make.
Email me with comments, questions, or suggestions.
When you're done here, check out some Links to other knife-related sites.

Thanks for visiting my website! Feel free to email me at bill@rupleknives.com or give me a call at (830) 277-1371.