By Knifemakers. For Knifemakers.
We are knife enthusiasts. We make them; we carry them. We appreciate the details and craftsmanship put into a well designed knife and the custom made sheath that accompanies it.
Jonathan & Heather Caruso
Jonathan and Heather Caruso made Conway their home in 2020 after Jonathan retired from the Marine Corps. Jonathan began making knives in 2013 and competed to become a Forged in Fire champion in 2018 (Season 6, Episode 24). In 2022, Jonathan was honored to receive his Journeyman Smith stamp from the American Bladesmith Society.
The shop was founded in April 2023 by bladesmiths Jonathan Caruso and Scott Kirby. On July 1, 2024, Jonathan and Heather became the full owners.
At Arkansas Knife Shop, Jonathan works on inventory including working with knifemakers interested in consigning their knives in the shop, and Heather works as the accounts and marketing manager.