All About Pocket Knives

Just letting everyone know I updated the list again, with 4 more knife shows added.

Here is the Oregon show flyer for the OKCA show in April, with all the details.

I am going to the show in Inez tomorrow never been will see how it goes.

zktk01 wrote: ↑Thu Mar 12, 2026 1:20 am I am going to the show in Inez tomorrow never been will see how it goes.

Take a pic or two.

I missed the Inez show, I got my days mixed up drove halfway there on Thursday before realizing the show started on a Friday. I did hit some pawn shops and some other stores to not make a total waste of the day. I didn't have the gumption to try to go Friday morning.
I will be going to the Shepherdsville Spirit of Steel show tomorrow, will try to get a few pictures.

I went to the Shepherdsville show it was very nice. I met Plumbob he has an amazing selection of GEC and Cooper cutlery knives.
I may go back tomorrow some old Winchester knives I am going to have to sleep on.

In less than a week I will be on my way to the OKCA show in Eugene. Show starts the 10th. I can make it in two days of driving, but, last year took three to make it a bit more relaxing. That way I am going through Portland a little earlier in the day and the traffic is a bit lighter.
I will be wearing my AAPK tee shirt. I know Dale (orvet) will be there, looking forward to seeing him again. If there is anyone else from the forum it would be nice to meet them.
I will be carrying a knife from Ivoryman's collection in memory of him.

danno50 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 01, 2026 2:37 pmI will be carrying a knife from Ivoryman's collection in memory of him.

this brought a tear to my eye Dan, that’s a very thought and kind gesture; Brian loved that show!

Here is a picture of Brian sitting beside knowtracks at last year's show.

Safe travels Danno! Looking forward to seeing you all again. Great gesture to carry one of Brian’s knives! I’ll do the same! He will definitely be missed. I’ll also have my oldest AAPK shirt on Friday for the set up. Please stop by and say hi @ table U4 right alongside Gunstock’s Jack and Charlie’s tables.

Dave

That gives me an idea. I might have to bring Ivory's Bear Lake to the SVKCC show tomorrow.

Carl, here is another knife show ...
In Lebanon VA September 25-26 ... 45 Gibson Street behind the Police Dept in the Lebanon Town Hall Building.
This is their second show, first one was in March ... had a great turnout! A lot of collectors in this area.
I will have two tables at this show.
Thanks Carl for posting all these shows, and it was great meeting you at Harrisonburg!

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Thu Apr 16, 2026 8:50 am Carl, here is another knife show ...
In Lebanon VA September 25-26 ... 45 Gibson Street behind the Police Dept in the Lebanon Town Hall Building.
This is their second show, first one was in March ... had a great turnout! A lot of collectors in this area.
I will have two tables at this show.
Thanks Carl for posting all these shows, and it was great meeting you at Harrisonburg!

Perfect Tony, I'll add it to the page. Nice talking with you as well. I think this page of quick/easy info all in 1 spot has been very well received.

the Easton, PA show earlier in the month was a good one

Another Southwest Virginia Show. I will have two tables at this one.

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 1:28 pm Another Southwest Virginia Show. I will have two tables at this one.

Nice Tony, thanks for the info. I'll add it to the DFKB site. Is this being held at the EconoLodge Conference Room?

Rookie wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 3:31 pm

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 1:28 pm Another Southwest Virginia Show. I will have two tables at this one.

Nice Tony, thanks for the info. I'll add it to the DFKB site. Is this being held at the EconoLodge Conference Room?

Rookie, I am not sure if it is at the Econo Lodge or not.

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 4:18 pm

Rookie wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 3:31 pm

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 1:28 pm Another Southwest Virginia Show. I will have two tables at this one.

Nice Tony, thanks for the info. I'll add it to the DFKB site. Is this being held at the EconoLodge Conference Room?

Rookie, I am not sure if it is at the Econo Lodge or not.

I texted Shannon and she confirmed yes, it is going to be in the Econolodge Conference Room.

Rookie wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 5:53 pm

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 4:18 pm

Rookie wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 3:31 pm

Nice Tony, thanks for the info. I'll add it to the DFKB site. Is this being held at the EconoLodge Conference Room?

Rookie, I am not sure if it is at the Econo Lodge or not.

I texted Shannon and she confirmed yes, it is going to be in the Econolodge Conference Room.

Thanks Rookie for all you are doing for us with this thread!
Here's one more that is not in the list...

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 8:22 pm Thanks Rookie for all you are doing for us with this thread!
Here's one more that is not in the list...

Nice! I'll add it.

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 8:22 pm

Rookie wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 5:53 pm

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2026 4:18 pm

Rookie, I am not sure if it is at the Econo Lodge or not.

I texted Shannon and she confirmed yes, it is going to be in the Econolodge Conference Room.

Thanks Rookie for all you are doing for us with this thread!
Here's one more that is not in the list...

Well stated about Rookie.

At the recent Knoxville knife show, I found flyers for some other upcoming shows. I have updated the website to add on 8 more knife shows. The total list is now nearly 60 shows across the country. I'll try to keep updating this list up through 2027 as new shows are announced.

Just FYI, I have not included shows that focus solely on customs, art knives, or forging hammer-in shows. This list is for shows that focus primarily on traditional style pocketknives.

It is kinda sad that there is no major knife shows in Las Vegas. ShotShow in January has some tactical stuff but nothing traditional. I really wish they did.

ViniVidiVici wrote: ↑Thu Jun 11, 2026 5:24 pm It is kinda sad that there is no major knife shows in Las Vegas. ShotShow in January has some tactical stuff but nothing traditional. I really wish they did.

I know what you mean. The main slipjoint pocketknife crowd is the rust belt, around the Great Lakes, and Appalachia, and a bit of New England.

Have any of you folks ever attended the AIK knife show in Washington, Missouri?

It’s coming up this weekend and I am considering going on Saturday. Not sure though.

Do they typically have a lot of slip joints there?

I’m interested in both old and new pocketknives.