June 2026 – Update

Welcome back to the shop. It has been a season of giving, returning, and building, and we have real news to share on all three fronts. Community Supporting Battle of the Blade Maidens We were proud to donate 84 custom patches to this year’s Battle of the Blade Maidens. The throwing community has always been the backbone of Tru-Bal, and events like this are exactly why we do what we do. Find out more at WWK. The Shop Back at the bench after a long hiatus After an extended break, the machine shop is running again in Cadillac. We have returned to the shop and resumed production, steel in hand, heads down, making knives the way they have been made here since 1949. 84 Custom patches donated to Battle of the Blade Maidens Each patch was made with the same care we put into every blade that leaves this shop. The Battle of the Blade Maidens is one of the most spirited events in the community, and we were grateful to play even a small part in it. Thank you to everyone who competes, organizes, and keeps knife throwing alive and growing. Coming Soon Model 1 Pre-order Run in the Works We are currently sourcing materials for a dedicated production run of the Model 1. Once supplies are locked in, we will open pre-orders. This is your opportunity to reserve one before the run begins. Stay tuned to our website and Instagram for the announcement. Materials sourcing underway Pre-order opening soon

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Tru-Balance Knife Company Comes Back Home to Michigan

CADILLAC, Michigan - William Bednarick is the new owner of Tru-Balance Knife Company. Lifelong sportsman and knife thrower, William Bednarick joins Tru-Balance Knives as CEO/COO after acquiring the brand from Branton Knifeworks on February 19, 2022. “Buying Tru-Balance Knife Company is a dream come true. Back in 1989 I passed up the opportunity to buy the company from founder Harry K. McEvoy. When Branton Knifeworks was ready to sell, I knew it was time to bring the company back to its roots in Michigan.” said Bednarick. As a collector and user of Tru-Balance Knives, William is committed to upholding the quality and legacy of Tru-Balance Knives that started in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1949. William has devoted much of his professional career developing the leadership skills needed to guide the company into the future. William is also the co-owner of Foggy Forest Bladeworks. Avid outdoorsman, James Bednarick joins Tru-Balance Knives as Head of Production. As a zealous collector and aficionado of Tru-Balance Knives, James is committed to upholding the quality and legacy of Tru Balance Knives started in 1949 by company founder Harry K. McEvoy. James has established himself as skilled knifemaker as the co-owner of Foggy Forest Bladeworks and has over 20 years of sales experience in the furniture industry. James is also a member of The Order of the Arrow, and a proud Michigander. William and James are dedicated to preserving the craftsmanship of the Tru-Balance brand. Tru-Balance throwing knives will be made in the same manner they have been for the last 72 years and will be made in Michigan where the company originated.

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