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Handmade Knives - built in reno nevada
Handmade fixed blades remain the backbone of our operation and the standard by which all other AUX MFG products are measured. Each knife begins as raw American steel and is transformed through hours of meticulous handwork – from blank through hand wrapping each handle to final edge geometry – while maintaining the exacting standards that have made AUX MFG a name synonymous with reliability. When you hold an AUX fixed blade, you’re not just holding a knife; you’re holding a piece of American manufacturing heritage that proves the best tools are still made by craftsmen who take pride in their work and stand behind every piece that leaves the shop.

Deadhead Series
We’ve taken everything you love about our signature pocket bowie and reimagined it across four distinct offerings. From budget-conscious warriors ready for daily punishment to premium titanium masterpieces that redefine what a folding knife can be, the Deadhead Series delivers uncompromising quality at every price point.
Partnering with Miguron Knives – one of China’s most respected OEM manufacturers – allows us to deliver the precision and consistency that our customers demand. Their state-of-the-art CNC machining and grinding capabilities ensure every Deadhead Series knife meets the exacting standards that the Auxiliary Manufacturing name represents.

Find A Dealer
Looking for where to buy AUX MFG products? Our Find a Dealer page connects you with all authorized AUX MFG dealers across the USA and worldwide. Whether you’re after quality gear for work, everyday carry, or just want to flex something unique, our network of trusted dealers makes it easy to get your hands on knives and tools that don’t suck. Every dealer listed here is committed to the same standards of honesty, integrity, and craftsmanship that define AUX MFG-so you can shop with confidence, knowing you’re getting the real deal. Explore our dealer links below and find the perfect spot to pick up your next favorite tool, wherever you are in the world
Wrapped by Hand, One Handle at a Time
sharpened for the daily grind
Knives made with Blood, sweat, & beers


Coffin | Leaf
A drop point style blade with an agressive swedge designed specifically for everyday carry and self defense applications.

Coffin | Tanto
Clean grinds and aggressive lines are what the tanto variant is all about. The compound grind and tanto profile are standout features that I personally love about this knife. The compound grind allows for the belly portion of the blade, to have a very thin concave profile. Which makes extremely slicey. While the tip end of the knife still retains a lot of thickness making it more tough and less prone to breaking during hard use.

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Origin Story
Auxiliary Manufacturing is the work of me, Michael Jarvis. After 15 years of restaurant work (everything from dishwasher to executive chef), I started making various pocket tools (Pry bars!) as a hobby, and making things slowly grew on me until I eventually made the transition to knives. I left my last restaurant position as general manager, to help a sick family member. In that time my hobby had become a job and with the help of my wife, got my shop set up in Febuary 2016 and never looked back. Now I'm a self taught, full time blade smith honing my craft more with each blade.
