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Arno Bernard Sr. in his knifemaking studio

Arno Bernard Sr. is a legendary figure in the world of knifemaking, with a career spanning over four decades. Born with a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, Arno embarked on his journey into the art of knifemaking in 1979, in the picturesque town of Bethlehem, Eastern Free State, South Africa. What began as a solitary pursuit evolved into a lifelong passion and profession.

By 1992, Arno Bernard Sr. transitioned to full-time knifemaking, dedicating himself to perfecting his craft and became a member of the Knifemakers Guild of Southern Africa in 1994. By 1996, he’d stopped his previous occupation as a school psychologist to focus on making knives. In 2005, Sporting Classic Magazine chose two of his knives for their Knife of the Year project. All 150 sets were sold out before April 2005, making it the most successful project in the history of the magazine. He continues to uphold the tradition of handcrafting custom knives. Renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, he utilizes some of the rarest and most exotic materials sourced from South Africa and beyond. From mammoth ivory and kudu horn to giraffe bone and unique synthetic materials, each piece reflects his commitment to quality and artistry and pays homage to his country.

While Arno Bernard Sr. continues to hand build each knife, Arno's sons established Arno Bernard Knives in 2005, a testament to their shared dedication and craftsmanship. The sons' company employs CNC machines for precision, though they remain true to many of Arno Bernard Sr.'s original designs. The knives by his sons feature a logo with a circled "AB" while Arno Bernard Sr.'s knives simply say Arno Bernard on the blades.

One of Arno Bernard Sr.'s hallmarks is his signature high-performance hollow grind, ground entirely by hand on a grinder he made himself. This method ensures excellent sharpness and prevents blades from becoming thicker at the edge after many sharpenings. His designs are not merely knives, but enduring works of art that promise to retain their allure and functionality for generations to come.

Arno Bernard Sr.'s knives are prized -- not only for their craftsmanship -- but also for their exceptional value. They have earned a reputation for combining collector-grade materials with unparalleled artistry, making them a must-have for any serious knife enthusiast. Whether for practical use or as a centerpiece in a collection, a knife from Arno Bernard Sr. represents a timeless investment in quality and heritage.

Affiliations:

  • Southern Africa Knifemakers' Guild

Arno Bernard harvests many of his own handle materials

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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with African Blackwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 082
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Black TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 094
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue Kudu Horn Inlay - M390 - Serial 122
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 061
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 071
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 074
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 083
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 003
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 041
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 043
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 085
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Blue TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 093
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Dyed Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390 - Serial 103
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Dyed Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390 - Serial 111
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Gold Snakeskin FatCarbon Inlay - M390 - Serial 004
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Gold Snakeskin FatCarbon Inlay - M390 - Serial 039
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Green Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 078
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Green TechnoCarbo Inlay - M390 - Serial 124
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 002
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 012
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 016
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 018
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 019
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 048
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 091
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390 - Serial 101
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390 - Serial 006
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390 - Serial 008
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390 - Serial 025
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390 - Serial 026
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 007
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 010
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 011
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 013
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 014
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 017
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 020
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Orange Dark Matter FatCarbon Inlay - M390 - Serial 046
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Orange Dark Matter FatCarbon Inlay - M390 - Serial 051
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Red Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390 - Serial 062
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Sheephorn Inlay - M390 - Serial 113
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Spalted Beech Inlay - M390 - Serial 066
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390 - Serial 001
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390 - Serial 005
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Orca 2.0 Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390 - Serial 034
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Giraffe Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Ironwood Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Bone Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Bone Inlay - M390 (Prototype)
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Kudu Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Mammoth Molar Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Marble Carbon Fiber Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Merino Hybrid Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Red/Black Carbon Fiber Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Red/Black Carbon Fiber Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Sheep Horn Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with Warthog Tusk Inlay - M390
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Orca Frame Lock Flipper with White/Black Carbon Fiber Inlay - M390
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