Kershaw Knives

What Kershaw Knives does

Kershaw-Knives.net is an independent online reseller of Kershaw brand knives, operating under Two Point Enterprise, LLC since 2004 from a single warehouse facility in DeRidder, Louisiana. The company explicitly states it is not affiliated with KAI USA, Ltd., the manufacturer of the Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and KAI Kitchen knife brands it carries. The platform maintains over 6,000 knives in stock at any given time — including 109 unique Made-in-USA SKUs — and supports same-day shipping on most orders.

The core technology stack is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront with integrated in-house laser engraving and commercial embroidery equipment that enables personalization of customer logos, text, and designs onto purchased knives. The catalog spans folding knives (Leek, Scallion, Blur, Chive), automatic knives (Launch series, Livewire OTF), fixed blades, fishing and camping gear, Zero Tolerance premium knives, KAI kitchen cutlery, replacement parts, sheaths, and sharpeners. No public API, SDK, mobile app, or AI/ML features are offered.

The business model combines one-time retail unit sales of cutlery at MSRP-discounted pricing (typically $25 to $400+ per knife) with value-added professional services revenue from laser engraving for individual collectors and corporate gifting. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the company website, toll-free phone orders, and in-person warehouse pickup in DeRidder. Marketing is organic and content-driven across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Pinterest, and a WordPress blog. Customer segments include EDC enthusiasts, corporate buyers seeking branded gifts, outdoor and tactical users, and gift purchasers. The business is privately held, with no venture or private-equity backing disclosed.

Name

Kershaw Knives

Legal name

Two Point Enterprise, LLC

Website

https://kershaw-knives.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kershaw-Knives.net is an independent e-commerce reseller of Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and KAI Kitchen knives operating since 2004 from DeRidder, Louisiana. It serves EDC enthusiasts, corporate gift buyers, and outdoor users with 6,000+ knives in stock and in-house laser engraving.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Knife and Cutlery Retail

NAICS

Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing (33221)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Hunting & Shooting Specialty Knife/Tool Retail (CRAMAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Kitchen Gadgets & Tools Retail (CRACADAB)

Keywords

• Folding knives
• Tactical knives
• Everyday carry knives
• Kitchen cutlery
• Knife accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Deridder

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Knife Sales: Direct retail sales of Kershaw knives, Zero Tolerance knives, and KAI kitchen knives to consumers. Revenue generated through markup over wholesale pricing with competitive MSRP-based discounts.
2. Laser Engraving Services: Custom laser engraving on knives for personalization, corporate branding, gifts. Adds margin to base knife sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kershaw-Knives.net is an independent e-commerce reseller of Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and KAI kitchen knives, stocking over 6,000 units for direct consumer purchase through its website and phone order line. The company differentiates through in-house laser engraving and commercial embroidery services that personalize knives with custom text, logos, and corporate branding. Operated from a warehouse in DeRidder, Louisiana, the business offers same-day shipping on most orders and in-person warehouse shopping.

Product overview

Kershaw-Knives.net is an independent reseller of Kershaw knives, offering over 6000 knives in stock. The product portfolio centers on Kershaw's core knife lines including Folding Knives (Leek, Scallion, Chive, Blur), Automatic Knives (Launch series, Livewire OTF), and Fixed Blade Knives, complemented by Zero Tolerance premium knives and KAI kitchen cutlery. Specialty sub-brands include Cryo (Rick Hinderer collaboration), Emerson Knives, Junkyard Dog, and Shuffle (with built-in bottle openers). The company differentiates through in-house laser engraving and commercial embroidery services for personalization. Camping/survival gear (machetes, fire starters, carabiners) and fishing knives round out the outdoor-focused inventory. All products are physical cutlery items; no software or AI-enabled products are offered.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kershaw Folding Knives Assisted, manual, and flipper opening knives for everyday carry, tactical, and utility use. Encompasses signature sub-lines such as the slim Leek, compact Scallion, smaller Chive, Ken Onion-designed Blur with SpeedSafe assisted opening, Cryo with Rick Hinderer titanium/G10 framelock, Ernest Emerson CQC-series, rugged Junkyard Dog composite blade, and Shuffle with integrated bottle openers. Targeted at EDC enthusiasts, collectors, and general consumers.
• Kershaw Automatic Knives Push-button automatic opening knives including the Launch 1-17 series and Livewire out-the-front OTF models. Designed for users who prefer rapid automatic deployment for everyday carry, tactical, or collection purposes.
• Kershaw Fixed Blade Knives Boot, skinning, diving, and throwing fixed blade knives for outdoor, hunting, and tactical applications. Targeted at hunters, fishermen, divers, and outdoor users requiring durable, full-tang cutting tools.
• Zero Tolerance Knives High-precision premium knives including models 0230, 0308, 0350, 0357, 0450, 0450CF, 0470, and 0562CF. Constructed with premium materials such as titanium and CPM steel, with collaborations from Rick Hinderer and Sinkevich. Aimed at collectors and enthusiasts seeking higher-end EDC and tactical cutlery.
• KAI Kitchen Knives Kitchen cutlery including the Pure Komachi 2 series, Wasabi knife block sets, and Luna steak knife sets. Targeted at home cooks and culinary enthusiasts seeking KAI-manufactured kitchen knives.
• Kershaw Camping and Survival Gear Outdoor equipment including Camp 10 machetes, fire starters, Jens carabiners, Ration spoon/fork camping tools, and TaskMaster saws and shears. Targeted at campers, hikers, and survivalists needing supplementary outdoor gear.
• Kershaw Fishing Knives Fixed blade and folding fillet knives in sizes from 7 to 12 inches for fishing and seafood preparation. Targeted at anglers and fishermen needing specialized fillet tools.
• Kershaw Sheaths Kershaw brand and aftermarket knife sheaths including leather sheaths for Blur and Leek models, and nylon sheaths in various sizes. Designed for users needing protective carry and storage solutions.
• Kershaw Sharpeners Diamond knife sharpeners such as the Auto-Tek designed to maintain blade edge retention. Targeted at knife owners seeking maintenance accessories.
• Kershaw Leek Parts Replacement parts for Kershaw Leek knives including plain and serrated blades, blade locks, handles, torsion bars, pocket clips, hinge screws, and spacers. Targeted at Leek owners needing to repair or refurbish their knives.
• Laser Engraving Services In-house laser engraving service that personalizes knives with custom text, logos, or designs, including logo digitization for company branding. Targeted at individual collectors seeking personalized items and corporate buyers needing branded gifts or promotional items.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 6000 knives in stock ready to ship
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KAI USA Ltd. (Kershaw Manufacturer)minorOthersKershaw-Knives.net is an independent reseller of Kershaw knives manufactured by KAI USA Ltd. They explicitly state they are 'not affiliated with KAI USA, Ltd.' This is a supplier relationship rather than an official partnership.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Blade HQ: Blade HQ is a leading online specialty knife retailer carrying 100+ brands including Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, Benchmade, and Spyderco. It is the most direct competitor to Kershaw-Knives.net given overlapping brand mix, EDC customer focus, and similar multi-channel D2C model with engraving services.
• KnifeCenter: KnifeCenter is one of the largest online cutlery retailers in the US, stocking a broad range of Kershaw and Zero Tolerance models alongside major knife brands. Targets EDC, tactical, and kitchen segments via D2C with extensive product content.
• Smoky Mountain Knife Works (SMKW): SMKW is a long-established online and physical-store knife retailer carrying Kershaw, Case, Buck, and many others. Directly comparable given its multi-channel retail format (e-commerce + physical locations) and breadth across folding, fixed, and automatic knives.
• DLT Trading: DLT Trading is an authorized online dealer specializing in Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and other tactical/EDC brands. Comparable as a brand-aligned online retailer with similar specialty positioning and limited-edition drops.
• GP Knives: GP Knives is an independent online cutlery retailer carrying folding knives, automatics, and fixed blades including Kershaw product lines. Comparable as a small-to-mid specialty D2C operator targeting EDC enthusiasts.
• Knife Country USA: Knife Country USA is an online retailer carrying a wide selection of Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and other knife brands, with email and phone sales channels. Directly comparable as a multi-channel specialty cutlery reseller in the same niche.

Broad incumbents

• Amazon (cutlery storefront): Amazon is the dominant broad-incumbent online marketplace that lists Kershaw, Zero Tolerance, and competing knife brands through authorized third-party sellers. Competes with Kershaw-Knives.net on price, shipping speed, and selection but lacks specialist content and personalization services.
• Benchmade: Benchmade is a premium American knife manufacturer that sells direct-to-consumer alongside authorized dealers. While a manufacturer rather than pure reseller, it competes for the same EDC and tactical buyer dollars that Kershaw-Knives.net serves.
• Spyderco: Spyderco is a knife manufacturer operating direct-to-consumer alongside its dealer network. Comparable as a brand-side incumbent in the EDC folding-knife category, competing for end-buyer mindshare that Kershaw-Knives.net also targets.

Others

• KAI USA Ltd. (Kershaw/Zero Tolerance manufacturer): KAI USA Ltd. is the manufacturer of Kershaw and Zero Tolerance knives and the upstream supplier to Kershaw-Knives.net. Comparable not as a competitor but as the principal supply-chain counterpart whose allocation, MAP policies, and product roadmap directly shape the reseller's catalog and economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/KershawKnivesandTools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kershaw-knives-net
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• Pinterestpinterest.com/denns25/kershaw-knives

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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