Hidden Tang Fighter - DIY Knife Kit - (w/Handle Combos)

Built around the timeless lines of a classic fighter and inspired by traditional Bowie knife styling, the Hidden Tang Fighter Knife Kit Series offers makers an outstanding platform for crafting a custom fixed blade with premium materials and proven performance. Featuring a dramatic upper clip, hidden tang construction, and a pre-installed brass guard, this series is designed for craftsmen who appreciate traditional knife aesthetics combined with modern manufacturing precision.

 

Each Hidden Tang Fighter blade is manufactured from heat-treated and cryo-treated 440 stainless steel, providing excellent durability, corrosion resistance, edge retention, and ease of maintenance. The 7.5-inch hollow-ground blade arrives with a clean satin finish and is ready for handle installation and final customization. With a substantial 1.5-inch blade width and robust 0.180-inch blade thickness, this design delivers the visual presence and performance expected from a classic fighter-style knife.

 

The hidden tang design allows builders to create a full handle using the material of their choice while maintaining the elegant appearance associated with traditional custom knives. Every kit includes a pre-installed brass guard, a pre-drilled tang hole, and stainless steel pinstock to simplify assembly and provide a secure mechanical connection within the handle.

 

Available as a blade-only configuration or complete kits with premium handle blocks, builders can choose between Black Limba or Bloodwood handle materials to create a truly personalized knife. Both hardwood options offer distinctive grain patterns and rich natural beauty that complement the polished brass guard and satin-finished blade.

 

Whether you're building your first hidden tang knife or adding another custom piece to your collection, the Hidden Tang Fighter Knife Kit Series delivers an enjoyable project and a finished knife worthy of display, field use, or gifting.

 

From its sweeping clip point profile and polished brass guard to its durable stainless steel construction, the Hidden Tang Fighter Knife Kit Series captures the spirit of traditional fighter knives while providing modern makers with everything needed to create a custom knife they'll be proud to carry, display, or pass down for years to come.