Louis Martin Custom Knives
Handmade Everyday Carry (EDC) Knives
Quick Answer
An everyday carry (EDC) knife is a compact, practical folding knife carried daily for utility tasks. Louis Martin EDC knives are handcrafted in Damascus and high-carbon steel with slim, pocket-friendly profiles designed for reliable daily carry and use.
The best EDC knife is the one you actually carry — every day, effortlessly. Louis Martin's EDC knives are designed with this reality in mind: compact, lightweight, with a slim pocket profile and blade quality that makes every cutting task a pleasure.
Characteristics & Construction
Compact Carry
EDC knives in our lineup feature blades 2.5–3.5 inches — the sweet spot for legal carry across most jurisdictions and genuine daily utility.
Pocket Clip
Deep-carry pocket clips in tip-up or tip-down configuration ensure the knife is always accessible but never obtrusive.
Care & Maintenance
- 1
Daily wipe
A quick daily wipe with a dry cloth prevents the gradual accumulation of pocket debris, oils, and moisture that degrade Damascus and high-carbon blade finishes.
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Weekly strop
A brief weekly strop (5–8 strokes per side on a loaded leather strop) maintains a working edge without shortening blade life through frequent grinding.
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