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HOOTER DESIGNS GALLERY

Each artefact in this collection is defined by its technical and aesthetic details, then tailored to your personal preferences. Every piece is one of a kind and carries the Hooter Design branding and marks of its hand-made origin. Prices are a guide and may vary slightly after your consultation.

Welcome to the Hooter Design Inquiry Page.

Here you have two simple options:

1. Buy exactly what you see - if you’ve already found a knife you love – for example, #UK1 Refined EDC – you can purchase it directly from the Product or Home Page using the product description and photos as your guide. This is the best option if you’re happy with the design, size and finish exactly as shown.



2. Design your own piece - if you’d like to personalise your knife, this Inquiry Page is for you.  By answering the questions below, you can tell us about your preferred materials, handle shapes, sheaths, finishes and any special details that matter to you.

We’ll then review your answers and get in touch to confirm options, pricing and timeframes before we begin.  Our goal is to make the process clear, simple and enjoyable – whether you’re buying a knife as shown, or creating a one-of-a-kind piece that’s uniquely yours.

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KNIVES: To help guide our conversation and ensure your Knife is built exactly the way you want it, you may wish to consider the following options:

  • Product Number — which blade style or size best suits your intended use

  • Left‑ or Right‑Handed Use — for correct handle and sheath shaping and edge bias

  • Handle Timber — choose from Australian hardwoods or speciality/exotic woods

  • Leather Sheath — optional handmade sheath, lanyard, and/or restrainer for secure carry and storage

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To help develop a bespoke knife crafted for you, we can think ahead on more specific preferences:

Blade‑Related Options

  • Primary Use Case — everyday prep, heavy chopping, fine slicing, camp use, display piece

  • Blade Finish — forge‑marked, polished, brushed, acid‑washed, or forced‑patina

  • Steel Preference — only high-carbon speciality knife steel (1084) is used to enable forging and heat-treatment

  • Edge Geometry — thin slicer, robust workhorse, or hybrid

  • Balance Preference — handle‑heavy, blade‑heavy, or neutral

Handle & Ergonomics

  • Handle Shape — slim, palm‑filling, flared, or oversized for long prep sessions

  • Grip Texture — smooth, faceted, or lightly sculpted

  • Spacers & Bolsters — brass, copper, kydex or contrasting timbers

  • Handle sealant/finish - epoxy, oil or wax

Aesthetic & Personalisation

  • Colour Preferences — warm tones, dark tones, high contrast, or natural/raw

  • Engraving or Stamping — limited to maker’s mark placement

  • Matching Sets — a single blade or a pair or set

  • Presentation Options — limited to badged gift box 

Practical Considerations

  • Maintenance Expectations — care guidance for carbon steel

  • Environment — humid kitchen, outdoor use, commercial kitchen, home cook

  • Hand Size — small, medium, large — to shape a fitting handle 

  • Budget Range — a consideration for the selection of materials

  • Timeline — whether it’s for a gift, event, or personal use

Sheath & Carry Options

  • Sheath Style — fold‑over, stitched, belt‑carry, or kitchen‑drawer protector

  • Leather Colour & Finish — can includenatural, dark brown, black, oiled

  • Retention Style — friction fit, strap, snap, or lanyard loop

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