DESIGNED BY
Tom Krein
Tom Krein grew up with a passion for knives, in his sophomore year of high school he decided he wanted to become a custom knife maker. Starting in 1993 Tom began making fixed blade knives on his own, then later went to work for knife making legends, Bob Dozier and A.G. Russell. Today, Tom runs Krein Knives based in Gentry, Arkansas.
D7 Q&A
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
What was your first knife?
I honestly can't remember... I can remember having the old vintage Imperial knives when I was only 6 or 7 years old. My first custom knife was a Chuck Stapel piece my dad purchased for me around 1988 while on vacation to the Oregon coast, Canon Beach if I remember correctly.
Do you collect anything, or have a hobby that consumes you?
If you talk to my wife, 100% I collect too many things. From books, to mugs, and old Pentax film cameras... but, my lifelong passion has been and IS knives and edged tools. I have a decent collection of production and custom knives and axes.
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what is it?
Growing up I was very picky, and didn't really have much exposure to ethnic food. While maybe not quite a "foodie" I love food and especially different ethnic foods. I'm also one of those guys that can eat the same thing days and meals in a row... Eating the same thing every meal for the rest of my life would quickly turn into a chore, no matter what you choose. I'm going to pick Salmon, basmati rice and steamed broccoli. This is a meal I enjoy and eat several times a week already. I thought about choosing something I didn't particularly like, because you will come to hate it... but went with a choice I like and that is relatively healthy also.
What is your favorite movie?
John Wick, although the new Dune movies are VERY GOOD! I also like Forrest Gump. With that said... I'm WAY more of a book guy than a movie guy!
What’s the worst movie you have ever seen?
Postcards from the Edge!
If money is no object, do you build the ultimate overland rig, or a high horsepower pavement monster?
While I do like fast cars, I would opt for the overland rig without hesitation! I have a VERY difficult time staying close to posted speed limits... I also love the idea of overlanding adventure and exploration!
Do you carry the same EDC items daily or do you mix it up?
