The Edge of the New West: Fine Knives and Accessories
Sculptural, useful and crafted by hand, distinctive handcrafted knives and accessories from New West KnifeWorks are gifts worth remembering. And now, visit their newest location in Vail, Colorado.
There is something deeply satisfying about an object that is as beautiful as it is useful, especially one designed to be part of the rhythms of everyday life. That belief has guided New West KnifeWorks since Corey Milligan founded the company in Jackson Hole in 1999.
Heading West after college in pursuit of powder days and mountain living, Milligan supported himself as a line cook, where time in the kitchen sparked a fascination with finely crafted knives. What began in a spare bedroom has grown into a nationally recognized cutlery company, with every production knife hand-finished in Victor, Idaho, in the shadow of the Tetons. Their goal, according to Milligan, is to “make the finest knives in the world by whatever means necessary.”
That pursuit is rooted as much in craftsmanship as in place. Each knife is crafted start to finish by a single maker, blending skilled handwork with precision technology. Designed alongside chefs, guides and outdoorsmen, the knives pair exceptional performance in demanding environments with striking design. The New York Times praised them as “as beautiful as [they are] useful.”
The marriage of art and performance extends beyond the blade. Sarah Gage creates one-of-a-kind Rock Blocks from American hardwoods and Teton river stones, while custom knifemaker Jack Rellstab transforms Damascus steel and rare natural materials into handmade heirloom pieces. The MTN MAN Toy Shop carries that ethos into the backcountry with finely made goods inspired by the spirit of the West.
This holiday season, New West KnifeWorks brings its magic to Vail, joining locations in Jackson Hole, Victor, Park City, Big Sky, Napa Valley and Denver. For Milligan, a knife makes an especially meaningful gift, one described by Bon Appétit as the “perfect balance of power and grace.” Perhaps that is the ultimate luxury: something extraordinary enough to treasure, yet useful enough to reach for every day.
Visit New West KnifeWork’s newest location in Vail, Colorado, and indulge in extraordinary, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.
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