Wednesday, 22 February 2012
 



"In everything I do, I design and build to the limit of my imagination. The William Henry Collection is a hybrid between the traditional art of knifemaking and modern technology. I use only state-of-the-art alloys and premium natural materials in combinations that merge form with function to create pieces of enduring value.

My studio works with some of the finest artisans in the world to build each piece, and a typical knife requires more than eight months from concept to completion. The integration of various traditions, materials and technologies allow me to create cutlery that is elegant, distinctive and without peer in performance."   

- Matt Conable

William Henry Studios
 
The William Henry Studio is devoted to the vision of designing and building the finest tools possible. Founded in 1997 by partners Matthew William Conable and Michael Henry Honack, the studio has grown from a one-man shop to a 20 person company that has established a new benchmark of excellence.

In 2007 we celebrated our 10th anniversary, and continue to build on a legacy of exquisite form and function that has gained us worldwide attention among connoisseurs of fine objects.

The seamless integration of classic natural materials and state-of-the-art alloys is a hallmark of William Henry's work — no compromises, no shortcuts, exceptional quality. Each component is precision machined to tolerances reserved for aerospace level work — often measured at 0.0005", or one twelfth the size of a human hair. The final fit, finish, action, and sharpness of each knife are achieved entirely by hand, employing the irreplaceable craftsmanship developed by generations of master cutlers.

Every pocket knife we make is a distinctive heirloom-quality testament to the art of knifemaking. Each piece takes more than seven months to produce, and incorporates the work of more than 30 artisans across 800 individual operations.

William Henry creates a range of tools so perfectly conceived and executed that they transcend superlative function to become superlative art. Our cutting instruments offer unmatched performance as daily carry tools and are found among the finest collections in the world.
 
"... the way this knife sits in the hand, the way it indexes, it's a rare treat for me to find something that keeps getting better the longer I have it, but this is it. (the knife) defies any comparison — thank you so much."
- Derek T.
"I just wanted to send you a note letting you guys know there is nothing better on the face of the earth than your knives. I just bought my first WH knife and saving money to get another. I have never seen a knife so well made. I really can’t believe that I actually own one."
- Leland H.
"The recently released pens are just amazing. William Henry has perhaps the best product line of any company... Keep up the good work."
- Mike D.
"I have been a knife aficionado for many years and this is by far the best off the shelf knife I have ever had the pleasure to own. The quality, craftsmanship, design and materials are superbly perfect... It appears to be a work of art."
- Bart B.
"I'm happy to say that I'm the proud owner of 50+ William Henry knives...With each acquisition I grow more and more impressed with the exceptional caliber of workmanship, aesthetics, vision, and taste. These are truly satisfying works of art."
- John F.
"...your collection is a thing of absolute beauty and perfection. My William Henry T12-BT has become my one and only carry knife, despite a drawer full of very nice knives to choose from."
- Dean R.
"I know no other manufacturer presenting such a unique combination of functional utility coupled with exquisite beauty and unsurpassed symmetry. And your price — reasonable to say the least. Suffice to say, I am very impressed!"
- Dane N.
"I really enjoy owning and using your knives. They are the highest quality and I love showing them off to friends and co-workers. Thank you for having such an excellent piece of art that is so useful ! "
- Kyle G.
"There is not one single ill remark about your knives on the entire net. I had to buy one because anything that highly lauded is rare in today's world."
- Kevin F.