Knew Concepts creates...
Knew Concepts reinvented the centuries-old jeweler's saw with modern engineering precision. Founded by machinist Lee Marshall and designer Brian Meek in Santa Cruz, California, the company creates patented tools that combine aerospace-grade materials with innovative tensioning systems, delivering professional instruments that feel luxurious to use but are built to last a lifetime.
Signature$119
The flagship fret saw with 50-60lbs blade tension, powder-coated red finish, and 360-degree swivel blade clamps for precise cuts.
Signature$235
The strongest, most rigid fret saw available. Features welded titanium beam spine inspired by the Birdcage Maserati racing car design.
Signature$165
Revolutionary coping saw with cam-lever tension so taut the blade 'sings' when plucked. Spring-loaded blade hooks lock in eight 45-degree positions.
Signature$85
Lightweight aluminum fret saw with rigid truss design. Rapid blade changes with flip-lever tension system.
$105
Compact 3-inch depth saw perfect for intricate piercing work. Heat-treated aluminum minimizes flex for improved accuracy.
$90
Solid 3/16" stainless steel bench pin with adjustable delrin ring hook and brass guide fence for precise angle work.
🇺🇸 US · $50-$150
Big Idea Design creates innovative EDC (Everyday Carry) gear with a focus on doing more while carrying less. Their products are engineered for versatility and durability, featuring patented mechanisms like auto-adjusting pen collets and universal refill compatibility, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in compact tool design.
🇺🇸 US · $$$$
Bridge City Tool Works creates precision woodworking hand tools that merge exceptional accuracy with sculptural beauty. Founded on the premise that craftspeople deserve quality craftsmanship in their tools, the company follows form follows function while believing that since tools spend most of their life idle, they should be pleasing to look at and inspire their owners.
🇺🇸 US · $15-$178
Craighill creates everyday objects that balance tactile, real-world functionality with an intangible sense of wonder. Founded on the belief that the world has too much 'stuff,' they design products to be as functional and timeless as they are beautiful and intriguing, returning users to the sensory pleasures of touching, seeing, and doing.
🇺🇸 US · $$$$
Lie-Nielsen Toolworks designs heirloom-quality hand tools that marry function and beauty, drawing inspiration from traditional Stanley Bedrock designs refined with superior modern materials. The company believes that 95% of the time a tool sits on a shelf, so it should be beautiful, and looking at it should inspire you to craft.
🇯🇵 JP · 46935
Founded in 1916, Vessel embodies the Japanese philosophy of Monozukuri - the art of making things with pride, dedication, and relentless pursuit of perfection. As Japan's first volume manufacturer of screwdrivers and the original JIS-certified tool maker, Vessel maintains a 'never compromise on quality' attitude, with each tool reflecting their three foundational 'isms' of precision, durability, and customer satisfaction.
🇹🇼 TW · $$$
711L embodies Taiwanese engineering excellence with a focus on compact, powerful EDC tools. Founded by engineers Kenny Yan and Leo Chen, their philosophy centers on solving the torque-vs-portability challenge through patented mechanical innovations like the retractable lever system. They believe tools should keep evolving through user feedback, treating each product as a living design that improves over time.