Custom & Handmade Knife Market Value
Analysis of 92,063 listings for custom and handmade knives.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 60% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Damascus Steel blades, which sit 27% below the market median. Conversely, Aluminum blades and Rat-Tail tangs command the highest premiums, with deltas of 72% and 99% respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by blade material
Why? Prices range from 24 for Ceramic to 80 for Aluminum.
Price by tang
Why? Construction varies from Full tang at 39.98 to Rat-Tail at 92.5.
Price by blade length
Why? Value increases with size, from 30 for under 2in. to 64.9 for over 5in.
Price by type
Why? Specialized types like Bowie Knives (59.99) cost more than Survival knives (45.5).
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Common questions
What is the median price for a handmade survival knife?
The median price for survival knives is 45.5.
How does the price of Damascus Steel compare to Carbon Steel?
Damascus Steel has a median price of 33.99, while Carbon Steel is higher at 70.5.
Are used handmade knives more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 80 compared to the new median of 49.94.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $20–$188, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 23, 2026.