The Daniels family have been involved in knives for five generations, from trading, selling, manufacturing, and now distribution.
This new chapter has begun for Ryan and Courtney Daniels. "Daniels Family Knife Brands" is offering the exiting new Excelsior Knife Company line of knives directly crafted by the knife makers that also design them. They also are continuing the very popular Tuna Valley Cutlery Co. knife brand, marketed towards the contemporary collector.
Thanks to everyone for all their support over the years, and we hope to talk with you in person at one of the many knife shows we attend throughout the year! We have many projects on the horizon, and hope you check here often to see what is coming next.
Carl Bradshaw
I see they are carrying the Little Giant Miniature Axe line now. Very unique, you should check them out!
May 28, 2019
Carl Bradshaw
Group shot of the humpback whittlers!
Apr 5, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Tuna Valley newest offering, the Phoenix Jack. Did you get one? They sold out quick!
Apr 9, 2020
Dan Lago
Great to see you folks are carrying on! Best wishes - Keep producing great knives.
Apr 9, 2020
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Jeremy B. Buchanan
This is very exciting news. I am so happy to see the Daniels family staying involved in the knife community. I wish Ryan and Courtney the best and will certainly support them in anyway I can.
Apr 9, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I'm sure they will be making posts here occasionally. And they've asked me to help admin this group for them as well. Kind of a dream job, go from being a fan and collector of Tuna Valley to being part of the team now. :)
Apr 9, 2020
Dan Lago
Carl has a strong background to administer this site. I include a link to a reference piece he wrote on Tuna Valley Knives on our website. Great information! He covers the early name and Case, the Great Eastern connection, and Queen Cutlery's role and production of some super knives over the last five years.
https://queencutleryguide.com//wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Brief-TV-...
Apr 10, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Check out the group of lockbacks from 2012.
Apr 11, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Group shot of the 2012 Cotton Kings.
Apr 16, 2020
Bill Fletcher
Real regal set of Cotton Samplers !!!! Congrats Carl !!
Apr 16, 2020
Jan Carter
Long live the Kings! They certainly are impressive
Apr 17, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I like these group shots. Here is another, showing all 6 variations of the Cigar knives from 2010 and 2012.
Apr 23, 2020
Jan Carter
I like those shots also!! Thanks for sharing them
Apr 23, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Everyone get ready! The newest Tuna Valley knives are nearly finished. The Phoenix Jack is coming out in 3 new variations!
50 pieces with Raindrop Damascus blades, and Catalina Wine Mixer Bone handles.
50 pieces with Raindrop Damascus blades, and Smooth Buffalo Horn handles.
50 pieces with 154CM Steel blades, and Genuine India Amber Stag handles.
Apr 29, 2020
Tim
That Wine Bone is nice.
Apr 29, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I like that wine bone a lot too!
May 4, 2020
Ralph Nelson
The Catalina Wine Mixer Bone... looks superb with the raindrop. Can't wait to get my hands on one of those.
May 6, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I got a nice photo of my Phoenix Jack knife in Burnt Stag today. I really like the heavy feel of these knives. Anyone else have one to show off?
May 19, 2020
Tim
Great picture. Those are really nice. Like the stag on that one.
May 20, 2020
Jan Carter
That truly is a beautiful knife Carl ! As a user I think I like the 154CM best
May 21, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I like the 154CM also. But the raindrop Damascus sure is eye catching.
For anyone looking, I see there are just a handful still available at a few dealers.
May 22, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Here is a neat one to show off. A handle material that was never used on Tuna knives, on a pattern that was never made for Tuna knives. 2017 1 of 1 special, Boy's Jack Knife in Lightning Wood. Pretty unique!
May 28, 2020
Dan Lago
Looks like a very special knife.. The lightning wood is scary when you think about the voltage right beside your hands in making it - I have abandoned plans to use this process. I like the boys knife especially with a bail and chain - I lost too many of this boy's knives...
May 28, 2020
Jan Carter
I have a couple in the lightning wood and it is just a stunning reminder that even when she is heavy handed Mother Nature can create beauty
May 28, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
It is one of the most interesting handle materials to come out in the last 30 years I think.
May 28, 2020
Tim
That is a very special & unique knife.
May 29, 2020
Bob Welch
That's a very good looking knife, Carl! There's certainly no mistaking that it's lightning wood.
May 29, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Thanks guys! It is one of my favorites in the Tuna Valley collection!
May 29, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Here is a look of what is upcoming from the Tuna Valley line. This graphic will be updated as the manufacturing progresses.
Jun 2, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
The newest Tuna Valley knife, the Phoenix Jack in Burnt Stag with a 154CM steel blade is available at dealers now. I'll post photos of mine once I have a chance to take some pics. Here is a group photo of them.
Jul 2, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Also there is an update to the production schedule. Coming up soon is Maple Burl and Amber Stag!
Jul 2, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Here are a few photos of my knife, the new Tuna Valley Phoenix Jack with Burnt Stag and 154cm blade steel.
Jul 4, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
A few other Tuna images to show here.
-pile side photo of the Phoenix Jack with Burnt Stag and Damascus
-2 pics of the 2012 Sunfish in Amber Stag with Engraved Bolsters
-knife pick = Orange Maple Burl
-knife pick = Jigged Green Bone
-knife pick = Ironwood
-knife pick = Superman Burl
Jul 9, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
I will be hosting the IKC chat this Wednesday evening, talking about the history of the Tuna Valley brand for 100+ years!!! Please attend if you are interested.
Aug 3, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
These are going to be popping up on dealer sites very soon. Check them out!!!
Aug 6, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
The Tuna Valley next release of Phoenix Jacks, in Amber Stag with Damascus blade are shipping out soon to dealers!
Aug 9, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Here is a photo of my green burl Phoenix Jack.
Aug 15, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Amber Stag versions are available now at dealers.
Aug 17, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Cool amber stag Phoenix Jack!
Sep 1, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
Big news from DFKB!
Nov 9, 2020
Carl Bradshaw
This was just released!
Nov 22, 2020
Jan Carter
From the Website
The line of Dixie Cock knives, in limited quantities of only 50 pieces each, will be available from our YET TO BE ANNOUNCED new line of knives! These should be available in January 2021. Keep an eye out!
Jan 2, 2021
Carl Bradshaw
Yes they are going to announce the new knife brand sometime this month. I'll be sure to post it here when it is official.
Jan 3, 2021
Carl Bradshaw
Here is a nice group shot photo I took of the Tuna sunfish patterns I have.
Jan 13, 2021
Carl Bradshaw
Newest release just announced. Phoenix Jack in Green Maple Burl with 154CM steel.
Jan 20, 2021
Dan Lago
That is a beautiful jack Love the green burl!
Jan 20, 2021
Jan Carter
That sure is a pretty one and love the steel choice!!
Jan 20, 2021
Tim
Wow, those are nice.
Jan 20, 2021
Ralph Nelson
Wow! Those look great with the polished 154cm blades vs the damascus
Jan 20, 2021
Carl Bradshaw
I really like them too. They look pretty classy.
Jan 20, 2021