Primeaux-Our Journal

Damascus steel, known for its strength, durability, and unique aesthetic appeal, has a rich history and continues to be highly valued in modern applications.

Unveiling the Secret Behind Primeaux Knives' Success in the Competitive Market

Hello, knife enthusiasts and culinary aficionados, I'm John Phillips, the founder of Primeaux Knives, reaching out to share something exciting with you all. Recently, our journey was fe...

From Phillips Forged to Primeaux

It's been a fantastic year and the transition from artist to entrepreneur has its ups and downs but I was able to create the first iteration and brand new style of knives.

Video Premiere: A More Intentional World

Join us in celebrating not just a video, but a vision. A vision that's shaping the future of Primeaux and, we hope, kitchens everywhere. Dive in, and let the journey of intentionality begin.

Discover John Phillips' Knives: A Cut Above the Rest in Knoxville, Tennessee

Unveiling the master craftsmanship of John Phillips, a champion of the renowned History Channel's "Forged in Fire", based in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee.

The lazy man's guide to sharpening a knife

We strive to make the sharpest knives out there, but even the best knife will dull with use. A sharp kitchen knife is essential for any home cook, but keeping it sharp can sometimes be a challenge....

Unleash Your Culinary Passion with Primeaux Knives

The precision, quality materials, artistry, and community that come with each blade make the experience of using Primeaux knives truly exceptional.

6 Knives that you need to elevate your entire kitchen experience

With all the options of kitchen knives available, its can sometimes be tricky and overwhelming to know what you *really need* read on to find the ones you need to take your kitchen to the next level!

The Kitchen Essentials: 10 Must-Have Kitchen Accessories

These are the essential tools that every kitchen should have. So whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, read on to learn more about the kitchen essentials you need to succeed.

Thank you for entering our Grateful Giveaway!

We received over 300+ entries for our first-ever chef knife giveaway earlier this month, a.k.a. The Grateful Giveaway! We were so astounded to hear from you and it was a joy reading the entries.

Enter the Grateful Giveaway-Win a Zenith Chef Knife!

Click here for the official entry form for the Grateful Giveaway!

Grateful Giveaway-Win a Zenith Chef Knife

Do you have a special someone that could use and love a brand new Primeaux Zenith Chef Knife? Primeaux is offering a Giveaway for that special someone!

Sneak peek-Join the Phillips Forged x Primeaux Sale on Saturday 12/10/22 at 5p EST!

Pre-Order is SOLD OUT but don't worry cuz we made it to 10k!

We are so GRATEFUL! We are so shocked. We are so ready for the next steps...stay tuned for more awesome content and a HUGE SPECIAL SALE.

John Phillips Wins Best Cleaver at DCI 2022!

Damasteel Chef Invitational 2022 (11/12/22) was great fun and John Phillips had a big win! Read more here...

Watch John Phillips of Primeaux on PBS Tennessee Crossroads!

Watch John Phillips of Primeaux and Phillips Forged on PBS Tennessee Crossroads! Miranda Cohen interviews this Knoxville Craftsman who creates culinary art through metalwork.

Available for Pre-Order: Zenith Chef Knife and Meridian Petty Knife

Available for Pre-Order for the holidays: The Zenith Chef Knife and the Meridian Petty!

WBIR: John Phillips, The 'Crowd Favorite' at Innov865 Startup day talks about his crafted cutlery

Watch an interview with John Phillips from moments after the big win at Innov865 Startup Day 2022!

Listen to the Big Ideas Podcast with John Phillips of Primeaux

In this episode of the Big Ideas Welcome Podcast, John Phillips and Chris discuss how John's art affected his idea of community, how things that matter in his life evolved and how John's experience...

Prithvi Mudra: What does our Primeaux Logo mean?

What does our Primeaux Logo mean? We get asked this question a bunch, read on to find out more about the story behind our logo.