Muller Forge had its beginning back in 1984 when Jody, then 12 years old, decided to try his hand at making a knife. He so much enjoyed the work, that he made several and enlisted help from his dad, Pat. They made a few knives and gave them away or traded them for materials, and really enjoyed their new hobby. Then folks started asking to buy their knives or to make one for them and this started the ball rolling. After making many stock removal knives, in 1994 they built a forge and started making their own Damascus steel. At that time, Jody Muller Knifeworks became Muller Forge. Today, Jody and Pat collaborate to make knives, letter openers, cleavers, bottle openers, swords, etc. and will attempt almost anything made of steel. Each piece is a combination effort with both craftsmen adding their special touch. Both work at the forge making Damascus from 1095, L6 & other high carbon steels. They especially like making the mosaic patterns. Jody does most of the design and finish work, with Pat grinding blades, making handles and guards and making sheaths. Jody has training in hand engraving and many of their pieces show that skill, as well as carving and file work. He recently created a bracelet with engraving for the Missouri Jewelers Assn. which won the Best of Show award and will represent Missouri in the National competition.
Each Muller Forge knife is completed from steel to sheath in house by Jody and Pat. Every piece is different in style and materials and if they don’t have what you are interested in, they’ll make it for you. Their meat cleavers are a popular item , especially with oosic handles. They are making some beautiful pieces with Jody’s hand engraving as a final embellishment. Contact Jody or Pat to make your new knife today.
Jody is an ABS member and they belong to the Arkansas Knifemakers Assn.
They attend several shows each year including: Springfield, MO NKCA Show; Arkansas Knifemakers Show; Mesquite, TX Spirit of Steel Show; St. Louis, Heart of America Show; and the Blade Show.