We’ve always believed high performance should never come at the expense of innovation—or style. That’s why when we dreamed up the idea of combining one of the most iconic American materials with our best-selling blades, we knew it had to go far beyond a surface-level collaboration.
Enter: The Wrangler x Made In Knife Collection, where time-tested denim meets French-forged performance. Here’s a peek behind the scenes of how—and why—this collection came to fruition.
Handles Made from Authentic Wrangler Denim
These aren’t just knives with a denim look. The handles are crafted with over 40 layers of real Wrangler denim, resin-infused and compressed under heat and pressure to create a Micarta™ handle that’s as functional as it is iconic.
Micarta™ is prized by professional chefs for its high grip, durability, and resistance to moisture and bacteria. By infusing it with genuine Wrangler denim—that we sent to and from France multiple times—we’ve created a handle that honors workwear tradition while meeting the demands of serious cooking.
The Wrangler x Made In Knife Collection includes three of our most essential shapes:
- Chef Knife – A versatile workhorse ideal for all tasks, including slicing, dicing, and chopping.
- Utility Knife – Mid-sized and precise, perfect for prep on the go.
- Paring Knife – Small but mighty for peeling, trimming, and smaller, more detailed tasks.
These are the same high-performance knives you’ll find in Michelin-starred kitchens—just reimagined with an all-American soul.
Forged in France, Built to Work
At the core of each knife is the same craftsmanship that’s earned Made In knives a spot in award-winning kitchens around the world. Every blade in this collection is:
- Full tang for optimal strength and control
- Fully forged from a single rod of stainless steel
- Made in Thiers, France, the knife capital of the world
This is the gold standard in knifemaking—elevated even further by thoughtful, collaborative design.
Performance-Driven, Field-Tested
From fireside meal prep to 12-hour shifts on the line, these knives are engineered to thrive wherever serious cooking happens. With precision balance, razor-sharp edges, and handles built for grip under pressure, they deliver the kind of performance chefs can trust—indoors or out.
We’ve field-tested them with our pitmaster and restaurant partners, putting them through the paces to ensure they stand up to heat, moisture, and constant use. The result? A limited-edition knife that’s as rugged and reliable as your favorite pair of jeans.
Details That Matter
True to Wrangler’s roots, we finished each knife with custom gold rivets—a subtle nod to their iconic denim hardware. The handle’s distinct weave and rich indigo color give each piece its own unique visual texture, while the ergonomic handle provides a secure, comfortable hold for long prep sessions.
And while the process of sourcing and refining the denim wasn’t easy, we sent samples back and forth across the Atlantic until we got it just right. Because if it didn’t meet our standards, it wasn’t going on the knife.
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This collaboration celebrates what happens when two brands with a shared belief in craftsmanship, longevity, and function-first design come together. As Wrangler’s VP of Global Design, Vivian Revetti, put it: “We all know Made In is meant to last. Wrangler jeans are meant to last. These connectivities really fuel us.”
Whether you're slicing brisket by the fire or breaking down veggies at the prep station, these knives bring together denim heritage and French craftsmanship in a way that’s never been done before.
Looking to complete the look? Explore the full Wrangler x Made In Collection, featuring performance-ready denim apparel and accessories made to move from the kitchen to the fire pit—and everywhere in between.
