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Custom  knives
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​​Built to thrive anywhere, anytime.
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- Each knife is handmade by elite survivalist and bladesmith, Matt Wright -  

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*Current buildout time on custom knives averages 6 months.* ​​​Order time varies based on the knife, complexity of the order and the availability of special materials. If time is a concern please send us a message first to find out the estimated completion time.

The Naked and "Not" afraid

The Naked and "NOT" Afraid

$480.00 - $520.00
Custom options
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Pictured: Naked and Afraid XL: Legends personal knife used for 60 Day Survival Challenge in Louisiana
As owner and knife maker at Extreme Instinct I went right to the shop the second Discovery Channel's Naked and Afraid called me to do the show. Knowing I would be dropped off anyplace in the world with only one item I knew I had to make the ultimate knife. This one knife was fired in the forge of years of tested survival knowledge. 

Legendary and built to take a beating.

Features 1/4" thick steel giving this knife the weight needed to tackle big jobs.  Depending on handle material and steel thickness, this knife averages 1lb 10oz to 1lb 15oz (can be reduced in weight if desired). It measures 16" overall, 10" blade length with a sturdy brush hook for cutting vines and small brush. The eye hole is set up to mill out arrows, atlatl darts or trigger sticks. An optional spindle socket on one side for friction fire. The various holes in the blade are designed to allow you to lash the knife to a spear or long stick to reach hard to get fruit or cut hard to reach items. The back and bottom of the handle are designed to flint-knapp and break open nuts. The edge is a convex grind to stay sharp through even the toughest chores. It comes standard with a flat backbone allows it to be used as a draw knife and added hand placement for small detail work. A sawback can be custom requested. 
I have special built these knives and have now shipped them worldwide to take on the toughest places on the planet. After personal use on more than 260 days of hard everyday primitive survival on 8 seasons of Naked and Afraid, Naked and Afraid: XL Legends and Last One Standing, I can attest this knife truly dominates from the jungles of Thailand and the Amazon to the thorns of Africa, the unforgiving salt water of the Bahamas and the swamps of the Louisiana bayou in the Atchafalaya Basin for 60 days.
That's why I guarantee this knife to be backed by our lifetime warranty.  

*Each knife is built custom and can be made with different handle materials. Our preferred and recommened handle choice is Suretouch G10. Other finishes are available upon request.  
*All knives come with Kydex sheath, various colors or camo of your choice.
​*Custom laser engraving available upon request. 
*Most customs require a minimum of 90 days for buildout, please allow for at least 4-6 months for completion*  


Naked and "Not" Afraid Legend: V.2.0

$390.00 - $430.00

Our smaller, but equally Savage alternative to our legendary "Naked and "Not" Afraid" full size signature knife. Featuring CPM 3V steel with an overall length of 13" and 8" blade it's a lighter counterpart for those who may not need or want the full heft of our original beast yet still retains all the same features of: a sturdy brush hook for cutting vines and small brush. The eye hole is set up to mill out arrows, atlatl darts or trigger sticks. An optional spindle socket on one side for friction fire. The various holes in the blade are designed to allow you to lash the knife to a spear or long stick to reach hard to get fruit or cut hard to reach items. The back and bottom of the handle are designed to flint-knapp and break open nuts. The edge is a convex grind to stay sharp through even the toughest chores. It comes standard with a flat backbone allows it to be used as a draw knife and added hand placement for small detail work. All the amazing workhorse features in a smaller, lighter model.



Other steel, like Damascus, may be available upon special request. Contact us for pricing and availability.



**All customs require a minimum of 90 days for buildout, please allow for at least 3-4 months for completion**

​*Ask about our custom laser engraving to personalize your knife*

Custom Options

Alpine Chopper

$380.00 - $390.00
This knife can be made from Nitro V or CPM 3V steel with a hammered or convex grind and forged patina finish. This sturdy chopper style was originally built for a Naked and Afraid XL survivalist. It has twice the power of a standard chopper with enough heft to baton hardwood or persuade your next dinner meal.
Each knife is custom made by hand. The blade can be altered slightly to fit your desired profile and made with your choice of a spindle socket for friction fire and a built in ferro rod on the sheath. Handle material is custom to your preference. (Note: upgraded handles like the pictured pine cone and turquoise scales are by special request and vary based on availability)
​Includes a Kydex sheath and belt clip -or- paracord lanyard. Please specify preferred sheath color or camo and carry option right or left style for belt clip or paracord lanyard in the comments section of your order. 
**Please allow a minimum of 90 days for buildout** 
Custom Options

The Warrior Knife

Built to go into the worst and cut your way out. This knife is a true beast and is built from high grade 1/4" thick steel. Available either 400+ layers of high carbon damascus steel or the tough as nails CPM D2 steel. 
(Please allow a min of 60 days to build)
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Each knife comes a custom kydex sheath.
Warrior Savage Edition

This knife was featured in Knives Illustrated magazine 2019. When we first developed the Warrior knife years ago this is the tried and true combination. With over 400 layers of damascus steel this beast is ready to cut, chop or slice your way through any adventure. Designed so you don't loose your grip the handle is a CNC machined textured G10. If you're looking for a solid go-to knife that will never let you down the Warrior Savage edition is built for just that. Kydex sheath included.

Each knife is custom handmade to order. Pattern of Damascus may vary, but the lifetime warranty stays true.

$
425.00    
 
Warrior G10 Black/OD

Over 550 layers of Damascus steel and a hand ground textured G10 black and olive drab contoured grip. Damascus and handle pattern will vary. Kydex sheath in color of your choice.

$
425.00    
 
Warrior Survival

Built from either CPM 3V or CPM Magnacut steel, G10 black/orange handle, features a serrated top edge, black kydex sheath with adjustable belt clip. 


$
350.00    
 
Warrior Camo

Set up with the same incredible damascus steel used on all the Warrior line. The handle is a hand shaped and contoured in multi colored micarta. Kydex sheath in color of your choice.

$
425.00    
 
Warrior Black Ops

Built from either CPM 3V or CPM Magnacut steel, features serrated top edge, then covered with a Cerakote black finish, black micarta handle and kydex sheath with adjustable belt clip. 

$
375.00    
 
Warrior: Special Operations Kevlar

**D2 steel is out of stock at the moment. We have CPM 3V or CPM Magnacut available. Email us for this option**

This knife might just be bullet proof with its laminated kevlar handle and Cerakote coated CPM D2 steel. It is a knife ready for any combat situation. Custom design your kydex sheath and it's ready for whatever or wherever you need it. 10% off discount for active duty military.

$
350.00    
 
Warrior Stag Damascus

The same incredible damascus steel used in all of our Warrior knives, but fixed with a one of a kind slab of elk antler. The *damascus is over 400 layers of high grade steel making this knife hold an incredible edge. Every antler we use is selected from elk antlers shed in the spring and hand picked in Colorado. Includes Kydex sheath in color of your choice. The stag handle used to make a knife of this size is unique and is sometimes hard to find. Order times may take longer to complete. 

*Damascus is made by hand and each one is unique and one-of-a-kind. Patterns vary.

-We can also customize this knife with your own antler to commemorate a special memory. Contact us for details.-

$
435.00    
 

Warrior hunter Edition

The Warrior Hunter is capable of the most challenging demands in the field for big and small game. Built from high grade 1/4" thick steel. Available either 400+ layers of high carbon damascus steel or the tough as nails CPM D2 steel. 
(Please allow a min of 60 days to build)
Turquoise Cholla Cactus

This Hunter is built with a full tang 1/4" and 400 plus layers of 1095 high carbon damascus steel. The handle is crushed turquoise embedded in stabilized cholla cactus. Set up with a drop point and triple tempered blade make this the last knife you will need on your hunting excursions and will stay sharp when the real work begins. Not to mention the envy of others at camp. Our cholla cactus and damascus is one-of-a-kind. Your knife and handle will vary from pictures but will always have our lifetime guarantee.

Please specify your preferred sheath color in order comments.

$
430.00    
 

Warrior special editions

Warrior "The Journalist"

**D2 steel is out of stock at the moment. We have CPM 3V or CPM Magnacut available. Email us for this option**

The Journalist knife always makes the story. That story becomes legend. That legend becomes a myth. A myth that becomes folklore told for eternity. The Journalist is never afraid to speak its mind and has no idea the definition of retreat. Its been said that this knife is so sharp it can infiltrate the truth or even cut the tension in an interview. The Journalist knife can simultaneously leave a statement and documents it. It’s inarguably the only item one needs whether interviewing a rock star or cutting your way into history. This knife will get the story and make it epic. 

Features include CPM D2 steel, OD/Black G10 handle, fire starter rod, sharpener, paracord and kydex sheath. Pictured has a double grind (top and bottom), however it can be made with a single grind (bottom).

*The first edition was built for Steve Helling, Senior Writer at People Magazine*

$
375.00    
 
Warrior "The Producer"

**D2 steel is out of stock at the moment. We have CPM 3V or CPM Magnacut available. Email us for this option**

The producer always get results. Cerakote camo coating designed to be concealed behind the scenes and cut out the best shots. The producer is never afraid to travel into the unknown. It is impossible to be alone with this knife because it in itself is a companion. The first knife was built for Dave Story, Executive Producer on Discovery Channel's Naked and Afraid and XL. Dave is part of an elite group of producers who film the Everest of survival challenges on Naked and Afraid.

Features CPM D2 steel, cerakote coating, CNC machined G10 handle, fire starter rod, sharpener and Kryptek camo sheath. Pictured has a double grind (top and bottom), however it can be made with a single grind (bottom).

$
375.00    
 

Sidekick Series
Built to be light enough that you never leave it behind

**ALL KNIVES ARE MADE TO ORDER**
Sidekick High Carbon Tan

This knife is built lightweight and easy to carry. The 550 cord handle provides a good grip and even extra cordage in a pinch. The blade is 1095 high carbon steel Cyro treated. Blade has been Cerakoted for corrosion protection. Includes a kydex sheath. In your order comments let us know if you want it as a neck knife sheath or belt carry sheath.

$
140.00    
 
EDC CPM 154K

This every day carry knife is built lightweight and easy to carry. The blade is built from an awesome steel called CPM 154. This super steel is tough and holds an incredible edge. Handle is a unique bowling ball material. Includes kydex sheath. Please specify in the comments section of your order if you want the neck knife sheath -or- belt carry sheath.

$
185.00    
 
Sidekick High Carbon OD

This knife is built lightweight and easy to carry. The 550 cord handle provides a good grip and even extra cordage in a pinch. The blade is 1095 high carbon steel Cyro treated. Blade has been Cerakoted OD green for corrosion protection. Includes kydex sheath. Please specify in your order comments if you want the neck knife sheath or belt carry sheath.

$
140.00    
 
EDC CPM 154 G10

This every day carry knife is built lightweight and easy to carry. The blade is built from an awesome steel called CPM 154. This super steel is tough and holds an incredible edge. Handle is made from OD/black G10. Includes kydex sheath. In order comments let us know if you want the neck knife sheath -or- belt carry sheath.

*This style knife can be customized with a different handle material. Ask for details*

$
185.00    
 
Sidekick D2

This knife is built lightweight and easy to carry. The 550 cord handle provides a good grip and even extra cordage in a pinch. The blade is a high grade corrosion resistant CPM D2 steel, Cyro treated. Includes kydex sheath so after purchase let us know in the comments if you want the neck knife sheath -or- belt carry sheath.

$
150.00    
 

Savage Survival Tomahawk

$270.00 - $290.00

No job is too big for this 16" Savage survival multitool made from 52100 High Carbon tool steel, for chopping, line cutting, puncturing to digging. Rugged, exceptionally balanced, sturdy but light enough to carry around in your pack to the backcountry to tackle those necessary camping and hunting jobs. Our tomahawk is a popular choice among law enforcement for its practical and tactical design that includes a pry bar on the shaft. It also makes for a great addition to our Naked and "Not" Afraid knife.


Includes a custom Kydex safety sheath in your color choice. Please specify in your order comments. We can also add personalized laser engraving to make your custom even more uniquely Savage.


Other steels or scaled up or down sizing may be available upon request.


**Buildout time frame varies by order**

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Spike Camp

Built with over 400 layers of 1095 Damascus steel and an exotic Zebra wood handle. Small enough to take anywhere, tough enough you will never leave it, built to work. Includes kydex sheath in color of your choice and belt clip.

$
280.00    
 
Stag Hunter

Elk (pictured) or deer antler handle with W2 tool steel (pictured), 52100 steel, or Damascus customized for hunting in the field. Features a deeper finger guard, 6" blade length, overall 10 - 10.5". We can also commemorate your hard-earned success by turning your antler(s) into a one-of-a-kind knife or set of knives. Skinning/gut hook is available upon request.

$
250.00    
 
The Comrade

The Comrade neck knife is sharp and stunning. Made from high grade 52100 Ball Bearing steel or Damascus and the finest detailed craftsmanship. This neck carry blade measures approximately 2" and is no ordinary tiny knife. Like a true Comrade, it's built to be there when you need it, whether concealed or everyday accessory. Includes adjustable leather lanyard, G10 handle and molded kydex sheath in color of your choice (please specify in order comments).


*Our neck knives are all made to order* If you would like a different handle material like those featured in the pictures or want a paracord lanyard, contact us before placing your order.

$
145.00    
 

Tribute to The knife

The knife is the one tool that has guided mankind through  survival and evolution. Evidence of knives has been found along with the earliest of man. The importance of  this tool is unmatched due to its role mainly in propelling mankind into the future. It has been used for creating tools, hunting, protection, or winning that battle that changed history and is renowned as the most important tool in the battle for survival. 
Today times have changed.  We are no longer cave men or Roman gladiators but the knife is still a daily necessity. Sure we don't need to make shelter or fend off wild beasts every day but there has been an innate bond to this -over 30,000 year old- companion. Currently being clipped in the pocket, on the belt, or used in combat strapped to your battle rattle,  it is carried by nearly every American  and its statement is evident. 

Carry a knife you will be proud of and, more importantly, carry one that works.

To better an already spectacular blade, many of our knives  undergo
Cryogenic Treatment

Cryogenic Treatment, first discovered by NASA in the 1960’s, produces additional transformation in steels after heat-treating.
The process uses computer-controlled time & temperature profiles to gradually bring the steel to cryogenic temperatures of -300°F. The cryogenic treatment is followed by double post tempering for additional material refinement. The entire process is an extension of heat-treating that modifies the micro-structure of the material . Cryo treating, like heat treating, transforms the micro-structure of a knife blade to increase edge holding capabilities and sustained life. 


All info on cryo can be found at [email protected].

Customs at a glance

Please email or call us if you have a specific style knife in mind. We can custom build most anything!
Terms & Conditions: By purchasing a knife from Extreme Instinct, you are acknowledging you are of legal age and have the appropriate legal status to own and possess the knife you are purchasing.  Consult your local and state laws before ordering if you are in doubt.  Absolutely no sales to minors.  By placing an order, the buyer represents that the products ordered will be used in a lawful manner and that he/she is of legal age and can legally possess the products being purchased.
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