Knife #2 Launching June 19, 2026

Liberty (Chestnut Handle)

The Liberty stands as a bold tribute to the ideals of freedom and justice that define America. Its chestnut wood handle, known for its durability and rich character, speaks to the strength and resilience of the American people. Chestnut, once abundant in American forests, was the backbone of early America. Chestnut trees flourished across Eastern North American and was the foremost lumber used for barns and homes in colonial America. It is a wood that has endured the tests of time and hardship — much like the spirit of liberty itself. The American chestnut tree once so abundant was driven to functional extinction by the Chinese Chestnut Blight in the early 1900’s and chestnut trees which once stood 100 feet tall and numbered in the billions, no longer grow in our forests.  All American chestnut wood is now only available as reclaimed lumber from those early pioneer barns and houses.  The Liberty is a knife that honors the principles of freedom, equality, and democracy that are at the heart of this nation.

With its handcrafted chestnut handle and razor-sharp blade, the Liberty from Emerson Knives is not just a piece of fine craftsmanship, but a statement of pride and patriotism. As part of the American Freedom Series, it represents the continued pursuit of liberty and the unwavering belief in the power of the people. This knife is a reminder that the quest for freedom is not just a part of our past, but something that endures and evolves — a legacy to be celebrated during the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Overall Length: 9.2 in.
Blade Length: 3.9 in.
Blade Thickness: .125 in.
Weight: 5.8 oz.

Hardness: RC 57-59
Handle: G-10, Chestnut
Blade: 154 CM
Finish: Stone Washed

KNIFE #3 Launching July 2026

1776 (Tiger Maple Handle)

The 1776 is more than just a knife; it’s a nod to the birth of our nation. The tiger maple handle — with its striking, fluid grain pattern — reflects the dynamic and evolving nature of the United States. Just as the maple tree thrives in the American wilderness, so too has the spirit of freedom and innovation blossomed across the centuries.  This beautiful figured maple was used by the finest gunsmiths of the colonial period for their superb and highly crafted  flintlock rifles and pistols. The name "1776" evokes the year of our independence, and this knife is a timeless reminder of the courage, unity, and resolve that led to the birth of a new nation.

Handcrafted by Emerson Knives, the 1776 represents the finest of American craftsmanship. As part of the American Freedom Series, this knife honors the legacy of those who fought for the ideals of liberty and justice. The tiger maple, with its distinctive beauty, stands as a tribute to the strength and resilience of those who built the foundation of our great country. For the 250th anniversary, the 1776 is a true collector's item — a piece of history, crafted for today’s American heroes.

KNIFE #4 COMING SOON

Patriot (Hickory Handle)

The Patriot is the embodiment of strength, loyalty, and American pride. With its rugged American hickory handle, this knife reflects the toughness and resilience that have defined the nation since its founding. Hickory is one of the strongest native American hardwoods, prized for its incredible shock resistance and durability. Since colonial times it has been the traditional choice for hammer and axe handles, tools that quite literally helped build the country. Its strength and flexibility later made it the preferred wood for baseball bats, tying it forever to America’s national pastime and the hardworking spirit of the American people.

Hickory has long been associated with endurance, grit, and the frontier character of early America. Even President Andrew Jackson carried the nickname “Old Hickory,” a testament to his toughness and the unyielding resolve that came to symbolize the young republic. The Patriot knife carries that same spirit forward. Its hickory handle represents the steadfast character of the American people and stands as a tribute to those who have fought and sacrificed to preserve the freedoms we hold dear—from the founding generation to the countless men and women who continue to defend liberty today.

Crafted 100% in America by Emerson Knives, the Patriot is more than a tool—it is a connection to the legacy of those who stood for freedom when it mattered most. As part of the American Freedom Series, this knife is designed not only for utility but also as a piece of living history honoring the courage, sacrifice, and determination that built this nation. With its bold hickory handle and unmistakable American craftsmanship, the Patriot stands as a fitting tribute to the enduring strength of the American spirit. 

KNIFE #5 COMING SOON

The Lexington Bowie (Walnut Handles)

The Emerson Lexington Bowie stands as a tribute to the birth of American liberty and the men who first stood their ground in its defense. Part of the Emerson Liberty & Freedom Series, the Lexington is built to honor the spirit of April 19, 1775, when ordinary citizens became warriors in defense of their freedom. The knife is fitted with handles crafted from American walnut, one of the nation’s most revered hardwoods, long associated with heritage, craftsmanship, and the tools of those who defended the country.

American black walnut has been prized for generations as the premium hardwood used in some of the most iconic American firearms, including the M-1 Garand, the M-14, and the legendary 1911 pistol. Its rich color and enduring strength have made it the wood of choice for rifle stocks carried by soldiers and patriots throughout American history. Because of this legacy, walnut has come to symbolize both American craftsmanship and the enduring resolve of those who have stood in defense of the nation.

The Lexington Bowie embodies that same spirit of quiet determination that defined the Minutemen on Lexington Green—men who answered the call to stand for liberty when the fate of a young nation was still uncertain. Built by hand, grounded in tradition, and dedicated to the timeless ideals of liberty, courage, and the defense of freedom, the Lexington Bowie carries forward that legacy in steel and wood. It is more than a knife; it is a tribute to the moment when history turned and a free people chose to stand their ground.

Each wood handle knife model was limited to 50 total knives.

• The first 10 wood handle knives (001–010) are Super Customs handmade by Ernest Emerson.
  
• The other 40 wood handle knives (011–050) were production versions.
  

Out of the 10 wood handle handmade knives:

• 001, 002, and 003 will not be sold by themselves. They will be kept and sold as matching sets across all models.
  
• That means only 004–010 were available for individual purchase.

A production run has also been made of each knife, which features black G-10 engraved with the American flag.

The Liberty and Freedom Collection from Emerson Knives stands as a tribute to the spirit that forged the United States of America. Created in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this series reflects the principles that built the country—courage, independence, sacrifice, and an unbreakable commitment to liberty. Each knife in the collection is more than a tool; it is a symbol of the American character, crafted to commemorate the men and women who stood for freedom when the future of the nation hung in the balance.

Liberty & Freedom Series – Limited Production Structure

Each knife in the wood handle Liberty & Freedom Series is produced in a strictly limited run of 50 pieces per model, built with the same iconic American hardwood handles that define this collection.

Within each 50-piece run, the first 10 knives (Serial Numbers 001–010) are not production pieces—they are handmade Super Customs, individually built by Ernest Emerson. These represent the highest level of craftsmanship in the series.

The remaining 40 wood handle knives (Serial Numbers 011–050) are production versions, built to the same design and specifications, carrying forward the character of the originals in a more accessible format.

From those 10 Super Customs, the first three serial numbers—001, 002, and 003—are never sold individually. Instead, they are reserved as matched serialized sets across all five models, creating an extremely rare collector offering.

This means that for individual collectors, only Serial Numbers 004 through 010 from each model will be available for purchase as standalone Super Custom knives.

In addition to the wood handle knives, each model was also made in a version with G-10 handles featuring a flag engraving.

ECA members receive reminder emails leading up to the release.

At the exact release time, ECA members are emailed a direct purchase link.

Orders are first come, first served while inventory lasts.

If inventory remains after the ECA release, it may later become available to the public on our website.