I first joined AK University as a gift from my dad, and what started as excitement over a unique experience quickly turned into a deep passion for knife making. I wanted to learn what goes into crafting a quality knife—from the materials used to the techniques required—and AK University delivered on all fronts. I particularly [...]

As a self-taught knifemaker, I reached a point where I knew I had to go back and properly learn the skills I had rushed through, especially when it came to grinding. AK University stood out as the perfect place to refine my techniques under the guidance of a seasoned expert. Andreas helped me break free [...]

Our son’s long-standing interest in crafting quality knives led us to AK University. After he completed his college degree and specialty certificate program, we fulfilled our promise and sent him to learn from the renowned knife maker Andreas Kalani. Parker’s experience was exceptional, and he created a stunning custom knife. Impressed, I decided to attend [...]

My journey with AK UNIVERSITY began with my long-standing interest in metalwork, fueled by my background in woodworking and sharpening hand tools. My recent involvement in martial arts, especially with edged weapons, combined with my passion for fishing, camping, and cooking, made AKU's knife-making classes the perfect fit. Watching YouTube videos about metalworking only further [...]

What initially sparked my interest in AK University was the diversity of knife-making classes and the instructors, some of whom I had seen on TV before. Previously, I took a one-day class, but this time I opted for the hand-forging class, which taught me an entirely different side of knife-making. I had an absolute blast! [...]

I work in an environment where I am constantly around knives of all kinds, and over time, I became increasingly interested in their artistic aspects and practical uses. This curiosity led me to AK UNIVERSITY, where I hoped to learn the basics and eventually add my own twist to knife-making. While I haven't mastered the [...]