Today we’d like to introduce you to Russell Montgomery.
Hi Russell, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I started Serenity Knives in January 2010. I’ve developed a passion for collecting and using knives for most of my life. I sought out Master Smith Murray Carter to train with him. Over the next 2 years, I studied the traditional Japanese way of bladesmithing. After honing those skills, I took several workshops with the American Bladesmith Society and learned the Appalachian Mountain way of doing things. I now incorporate a balanced combination of these two very divergent techniques and design methodologies to build the best knives I can. I am currently focused on getting the Serenity Knives Mid-Tech Line of knives into the showroom and on the market.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Absolutely not. I wanted to make knives, that was the idea. But as I moved from it being just me, to shop of two makers, then three. Other things had to grow along side our team. This means becoming a subject matter expert in things you are not interested in. While learning new things something always goes wrong. The growing pains businesses go through in the almost two decades I have run Serenity Knives are real. We improve our production, that means we need more space to show off knives. Okay, where do we put a showroom? THERE! Then when we outgrew that showroom, how do we fund our first addition to our building. It is a constant game of paving for the future, while keeping it going today.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Serenity Knives is a Houston-based knife shop dedicated to craftsmanship, performance, and the care of every blade we touch. Founded on a passion for bladesmithing and restoration, we bring together custom knife making, expert sharpening, and a curated selection of premium knives for chefs, collectors, and outdoor enthusiasts.
From our shop in the Heights area of Houston, we serve customers locally and across the United States. Whether you’re visiting in person, shopping online, or mailing in your knives for service, our goal is simple: to help every blade perform at its best.
What was your favorite childhood memory?
Camping. I love to camp and be in the woods, or mountains. Anywhere out in it. We camped a lot for most of my childhood. Spending time hiking or canoeing in the wilderness with my family. I still love it. We still do it as often as we can.
Pricing:
- Small Sharpening $15
- Large Sharpening $20
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.serenityknives.com
- Instagram: @serenityunlimited
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/serenityknives1
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/serenityknives
