Daniel Winkler, Master Bladesmith, Knives
Since 2006 Dan has been making knives for USA’s elite Military Special Operations Teams, working closely with United States and Allied SOF Teams developing items specifically for their use, as well as adapting their input to the Winkler Knives II Collection. Before that Dan specialized in historical reproductions and renditions of colonial America with the same solid integrity of the tools used by our forefathers. The leatherwork of Karen Shook completes the look of authenticity and integrity that Dan’s work represents. Dan produces some of the finest hand forged iron, steel, and Damascus blades.
Dan Winkler WK II Utility Truly a multi-tasker, this knife is well suited to a wide range of chores and environments. A full skeletonized tang enhances overall balance without compromising strength. The handle shape and double guard provide security as well as various grip options. Wide bevels and a diamond cross section tip mean low cutting drag and unfailing peformance. Sharpened serrations for sawing rope/fiber are located on the top of the blade, leaving the full length of the cutting edge intact. Blade length 4 7/8″ – Overall length 9 1/2″. Weight 6.5 oz – 8 oz. depending on handle material. Kydex sheath included in price. Caswell No-Glare Finish with Rubber handle, Maple, Micarta, Tribal SOLD
Winkler II Striker. The WK II Striker was developed at the request of an Allied Special Ops Team. They wanted a knife that with a hammer pole on the handle that would not break away or fail under heavy use. Striker has a 3/8″ integral hammer that extends 1/8″ beyond the handle. A skeletonized tang and full length taper reduce weight. As a conventional knife, Spike is made of 5160 steel that is impact resistant, sharpens easily and holds its edge well. The knife design means that the blade’s energy is centered, thus minimizing drift. Rubber handle contours make it possible to comfortably reverse grip when utilizing the hammer for its intended uses. Blade length is 5 1/4″ – Overall length 9 3/4″ – Includes ambidextrous leather covered Kydex sheath. Tan micarta SOLD No-Glare Caswell Finish Black Rubber SOLD
WRT Large SOLD (Weapon Retention Tool)
WRT SOLD (Weapon Retention Tool)
Winkler II NSFW dagger. Caswell finish maple handle. SOLD
Winkler Knives II Field Knife. This knife is 3/16″ thick, 52 -100 steel. Blade length is 5 3/4″ and overall length is 10 1/4″. The ambidextrous kydex lined sheath can be worn vertically or horizontally with minor adjustments. Tan Micarta SOLD
Curly Maple (brown sheath) SOLD
No-Glare Finish with Sheath, Black Rubber SOLD
Winkler II Tactical dagger. Caswell finish. Tan micarta or Maple handle. Both are SOLD
Dan Winkler WK II Belt knife This knife is very similar to the standard issue model Dan is providing to active duty operators within Naval Special Warfare. The 3/16″ steel is 52-100 with a no-glare finish. A full tapered tang means great balance. The knife measures 9″ overall- blade length is 4 3/4″. Handle choices are curly maple, oak or recycled rubber. The Kydex lined with felt, leather sheath can be worn vertically or horizontally for right or left hand draw with simple adjustments. Brown leather sheath for wooden handles, black for rubber. All SOLD
Winkler II Hunting knife. Caswell finish maple handle. SOLD
Winkler II SD2 / Maple SOLD
Winkler II Blue Ridge hunter. Felt lined kydex sheath. Looks like belt knife but smaller.
Caswell finish /tan micarta. SOLD
Caswell finish /maple handle. SOLD