Lamson

Lamson Knives, founded in 1837 by Silas Lamson and his sons in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, proudly holds the title of America’s oldest cutlery manufacturer, blending over 185 years of tradition with modern innovation.
From their historic brick facility at 45 Conway St, they craft premium kitchen knives using high-carbon stainless steels like German 4116 and American 420HC-LAM, offering both forged and stamped lines such as Premier Forged and Vintage. Known for durability and ergonomic design—think triple-riveted walnut or vibrant acrylic handles—Lamson knives earned a presidential nod when they gifted Ulysses S. Grant a 62-piece set in 1869. Each blade, meticulously finished by descendants of original English and German cutlers, comes with a lifetime guarantee, reflecting their commitment to quality.

High-performance kitchen cutlery delivers its best results only when properly maintained. Check out our knife sharpening services for home cooks and professionals alike or our strops and stones section for all of your at home sharpening tools.