Modern Kephart – Tradition Refined for Today
Some designs never fade.
The Kephart pattern has earned its place in the woods for over a century — trusted for hunting, camp work, and living close to the land. But tradition doesn’t mean standing still.
The Modern Kephart keeps the timeless blade profile that made the original legendary, while upgrading the handle for real-world comfort and control.
Handmade with precision and purpose, this knife features a contoured, ergonomic handle designed to lock naturally into your grip. Whether you’re breaking down game, carving by the fire, or handling long hours of camp chores, the sculpted handle reduces fatigue and improves control — especially during extended use.
This isn’t a flat slab handle from 1902.
This is a Kephart evolved.
The blade maintains the clean, versatile lines that made the pattern famous — balanced, efficient, and capable across a wide range of outdoor tasks. From processing game to preparing kindling, from food prep to fine carving, the Modern Kephart handles it all with confidence.
It carries the spirit of the old woodsmen —
but it’s built for the modern outdoorsman.If you appreciate history but demand performance, this is your knife.
All Adirondack Knife Works knives can be customized.
Email us at adirondackknifeworks@gmail.com
Put “CUSTOM” in the subject line, include the model name, and let us know what you’d like done.
Modern Kephart
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1/8" stock w/90-degree spine (Standard)
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OAL: 9.5 inches
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Blade approximately 5.0 inches with a satin finish
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Grind: Saber Grind
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Sheath - Leather
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Rockwell: 55-60
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Knife Manufacturer: AKW - Adirondack Knife Works
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LIFETIME WARRANTY
Made in the USA
Sprakers, New York
*These knives are made by hand and your knife may vary slightly from one pictured.
*Custom orders can be made by contacting us by email and putting CUSTOM in the subject line
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