Mission Statement:
To support and preserve the art of knifemaking and related crafts in Louisiana. We aim to share knowledge, skills, and experience in knifemaking, knife collecting, engraving, and sheath making by encouraging learning, creativity, and collaboration. Our association provides a welcoming place for members to exchange ideas, techniques, and inspiration while promoting craftsmanship, individuality, and artistic expression.
Goals:
The goal of this association is to educate, mentor, and encourage new craftsmen and collectors while building a strong community that supports and promotes the custom knife industry. We also strive to represent and protect the interests of our members and the knife community by staying involved in issues and policies that may affect knife owners’ rights and the future of custom knifemaking.
Latest News
Made by Dan Cormier Sr
You are invited to join us for the 7th Annual Louisiana Custom Knife Show, taking place
September 19–20, 2026, at the Lamar Dixon TradeMart in Gonzales, Louisiana.
Our annual show brings together custom knife makers, industry suppliers, and dedicated enthusiasts from across the region for a weekend focused on craftsmanship, quality materials, and community. We are currently welcoming applications from makers, suppliers, and vendors who would like to showcase their work and products at the 2026 event.
Event Details
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Event: 2026 Louisiana Custom Knife Show
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Dates: September 19–20, 2026
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Location: Lamar Dixon TradeMart, Gonzales, LA
If you are interested in participating, we encourage you to sign up early to secure your space.
Vendor information, registration details, and setup guidelines are provided on the 2026 Louisiana Knife Show tab.
We would be honored to have you join us and be part of another outstanding year at the
Louisiana Custom Knife Show.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you in September.
Made by Dan Graves
Made by Byron Meche
Made by Darrin Sanders
Event Schedule
LCKA Hammer-in
May 16th
Robert, LA
Knife Nite
July 17th
Location TBD
2026 Louisiana Custom Knife Show
September 19-20
Gonzales, LA
Knife Nite
October 16th
Location TBD
Meet Your Maker
Mike Sanders 1943-2015
Mike started making knives in 1965 as a hobby. He was a full time Louisiana knife maker since 1985.
Mike has made many knives over the years for different organizations and causes to sell as fund raisers and donations. He has sold and shipped many different kinds of knives all over the United States and internationally as well. Examples of the knives he made include, one-of-a-kind bowies, as well as daggers, miniatures, slip joint and liner lock folders, and fantasy knives. Mike was a heck of a knifemaker and a heck of a friend. Dearly missed.