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AL Mar Knives
1491 East Poinsett Street, Greer, SC
•Founded in 1979 by Al Mar—a Green Beret and hall-of-fame knife designer—Al Mar Knives manufactures hand-made, precision-crafted blades that combine mass-production reliability with custom knife quality. Located in Greer, South Carolina, the company designs knives specifically for military personnel,...
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Founded in 1979 by Al Mar—a Green Beret and hall-of-fame knife designer—Al Mar Knives manufactures hand-made, precision-crafted blades that combine mass-production reliability with custom knife quality. Located in Greer, South Carolina, the company designs knives specifically for military personnel, law enforcement, first responders, and outdoor professionals.
The difference is real: while most production knives cut corners, Al Mar builds blades engineered for life-or-death situations where failure isn't an option.
SERE® Collection - SERE® Operator (Fixed Blade) - 4" 154CM blade, 4.5 oz, black G10 handle, made in USA with TOPS Knives - SERE® T Series - Classic Al Mar design with super steel blade - SERE® 2020 Series - Among the strongest tactical folders in existence
Specialized Tools - Rescue Assist Knife (AMK1050RAK) - Purpose-built for first responders: 3.5" D2 blade, belt cutter, carbide glass breaker, oxygen tank valve wrench, safety orange handle, spring-assisted opening - B-21 Series - Modern-day Bowie design - Payara Series - High-performance everyday carry - QuickSteel Series - Sleek design with razor edge - Ultralight Series - Incredibly light but powerful - Ultra-Thin Series - EDC with slim profile and robust blade - Honey Jigged Bone Series - Classic EDC lockback - Havana Clipper - Gentleman's cigar cutter and money clip - Stingers - Portable, concealable, colorful options
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1979 by Al Mar, Green Beret designer |
| Manufacturing | Hand-made, custom-quality in USA |
| Blade Materials | 154CM, D2 steel with cryo treating, super steel options |
| Target Users | Military, law enforcement, first responders, outdoorsmen |
| Key Partnership | TOPS Knives (Rocky Mountains manufacturing) |
| Warranty | Yes (RMA program available) |
Rescue Assist Knife Details: Designed with input from paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement. Features blunt-tipped 3/4 serrated curved blade for cutting belts/clothing safely, integrated carbide glass breaker for vehicle rescue, oxygen tank valve wrench, high-visibility safety orange handle with aggressive texture for gloved operation.
Al Mar Knives exhibits at SHOT Show 2026 (January 20-23) at the Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada - Booth #14623, Level 2 alongside Born Primitive Tactical. SHOT Show is where the shooting sports, hunting, outdoor, law enforcement, and armed forces industries gather to showcase new products and connect.
Al Mar Knives / SUNEX Tools 1491 East Poinsett Street Extension Greer, SC 29651 (877) 960-2491 [email protected]
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
Al Mar knives are available through authorized retailers and distributors listed on their website. They also maintain a distributor network for bulk/wholesale orders.
"Al Mar's legacy is strength, precision, and reliability in the most demanding environments." — Al Mar Knives mission statement