3rd Hill Customs

3rd Hill Customs, are the handcrafted creations of Tre’ Hill, a talented blacksmith and knife maker from the Atlanta, Georgia area, where he founded his shop to showcase his distinctive designs.
Working from his home forge, Hill specializes in forging very distinctive high-performance kitchen knives, often using premium steels like W2, O1, and Hitachi Blue #2, striking looks and blade profiles. His knives stand out in particular with their signature handles—typically wa-style, tapering to a narrow ferrule—crafted from stabilized woods like curly ash or bog oak, accented with materials like Detroit agate for an unmistakeable aesthetic. Tre’ Hill’s blades reflect a blend of American, rugged craftsmanship and refined artistry, appealing to those with a taste for high performance and flair.

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.