DAWSON KNIVES'
2020 CUTTING COMPETITION
2020 CUTTING COMPETITION
JULY 18-19, 2020
Join us again next year for lots more fun, giveaways and great custom knives!
DAY 1: Saturday, July 18th
9AM - 11AM MST ONLINE ONLY
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
9AM - 11AM MST ONLINE ONLY
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Location: Instagram Live, Facebook Live
- NEW Purchase Lottery. Don't miss your chance at one of our limited edition custom pieces! Get your name on the list to buy your fave now!
- FREE Giveaways. Enter to win a Dawson tee, exclusive steel keychain or $25 gift card online or on event day, totally free!
- -Online Only- Get an exclusive discount code to use online for special event-only savings.
- -Online Only- Meet this year's Cutting Competition competitors and get a first-look walkthrough of our expanded cut course.
- -Online Only- Watch as Dennis puts the finishing touches on some of his edged art, crafted just for this event.
- -Online Only- John takes you feature by feature over each of our new custom pieces, including those available exclusively through the lottery. Watch for show-stopping materials like CPM Damascus, Titanium Damascus, Mammoth Ivory, exotic woods and more.
- -Online Only- See the official unveiling of our new 001 Cyrus sword, the prize in our first-ever sword raffle!
- -Online Only- Preview of our new Marble Carbon Fiber handles. Look for this gorgeous, limited edition handle material exclusively on Arizona Copper-finished blades in 2020/2021, starting at this event at 12 noon MST!
- -Online Only- Q&A session with John and Dennis on all things knives and cutting competition
- -Online Only- Save on everything sitewide at dawsonknives.com starting at 12 noon MST on July 18th! Subscribe NOW to receive the special event savings code, then enter it during checkout to save!
And stay tuned for our second annual Steel Sharpens Steel Cutting Competition July 18th on Instagram TV! Our competitors go head-to-head in Dawson Knives' very own timed cut-test course, with the winner taking home their very own Dawson blade!
DAY 1: Saturday, July 18th,
12PM to 4PM ON SITE ONLY
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
12PM to 4PM ON SITE ONLY
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Location: Dawson Knives Shop
8737 E Florentine Rd, Prescott Valley, AZ
8737 E Florentine Rd, Prescott Valley, AZ
- NEW Lottery system. Don't miss your chance at one of our limited edition custom pieces! Get your name on the list to buy your fave now, or sign up in-person beginning at 12 noon.
- Sword Raffle. Be sure to enter our first-ever sword raffle for the NEW 001 Cyrus sword. Entries are only $10 each and limited to 250 total.
- FREE Giveaways. Enter to win a Dawson tee, exclusive steel keychain or $25 gift card online or on event day, totally free!
- -On Site Only- Live demonstrations. Watch as Dennis takes you step by step through one of our knifemaking processes, then give it a try yourself!
- -On Site Only- See the second annual Steel Sharpens Steel Cutting Competition LIVE! Our competitors go head-to-head in Dawson Knives' very own timed cut-test course, with the winner taking home their very own Dawson blade!
- Knives, swords, bowies and more knives! We'll have a great selection of your favorite Dawson models, plus custom and one of a kind pieces, the new Cyrus sword and a new skeleton knife design.
- -On Site Only- Official Marble Carbon Fiber handle release. Look for this gorgeous, limited edition handle material exclusively on our Arizona Copper-finished blades in 2020/2021, starting at this event!
- -On Site Only- Snacks provided. A selection of prepackaged snacks and ice-cold drinks will be available to munch on throughout the day.
Due to ongoing health concerns, the number of attendees at the live portion of the event will be limited. Pre-registration is required!
WIN A DAWSON SWORD - Enter Today!
Enter our first-ever sword giveaway raffle NOW for a chance to WIN the NEW 001 17" Cyrus Sword!
Cyrus is an elegant, Persian-inspired sword with a 17" blade, serialized 001 and tricked out with a beautiful polished Marble Carbon Fiber handle, genuine leather wrap and gorgeous Specter finish.
We'll be offering a sneak peek at this gorgeous addition to the Dawson Knives 2020 lineup in this space, so check back soon!
Entries to win the NEW 001 17" Cyrus Sword are just $10 each, and available first come, first served. Online entry closes July 16th, 2020. The winning entry will be drawn July 18th, 2020. You need not be present to win.
ONLY 250 ENTRIES WILL BE SOLD. Don't wait, enter now!
Cyrus is an elegant, Persian-inspired sword with a 17" blade, serialized 001 and tricked out with a beautiful polished Marble Carbon Fiber handle, genuine leather wrap and gorgeous Specter finish.
We'll be offering a sneak peek at this gorgeous addition to the Dawson Knives 2020 lineup in this space, so check back soon!
Entries to win the NEW 001 17" Cyrus Sword are just $10 each, and available first come, first served. Online entry closes July 16th, 2020. The winning entry will be drawn July 18th, 2020. You need not be present to win.
ONLY 250 ENTRIES WILL BE SOLD. Don't wait, enter now!
NEW FOR 2020: PURCHASE LOTTERY
SCIPIO'S TALENT
Roman-style Dagger
- Approx 7 3/8" blade
- CPM-154 and CPM-3V Damascus steel by Vegas Forge
- Anodized Titanium Damascus guard by Vegas Forge with Roman eagle motif
- Mammoth Ivory handle
- Handmade mosaic pins
- Stitched leather sheath
- Cost: $2,485
JESSE JAMES
Western Bowie
- Approx 12 3/4" blade
- CPM-154 and CPM-3V Damascus steel by Vegas Forge
- Anodized Titanium Damascus S-guard by Vegas Forge
- Mammoth Ivory handle
- Handmade mosaic pins
- Stitched leather sheath
- Cost: $3,585
HAWKWOOD
Medieval Dagger
- Approx 6 3/4" blade
- CPM-154 and CPM-3V Damascus steel by Vegas Forge
- Anodized Titanium Damascus guard by Vegas Forge
- Mammoth Ivory handle
- Handmade mosaic pins
- Stitched leather sheath
- Cost: $2,425
TOYOTOMI (SET OF 2)
Japanese-style Wakizashi + Tanto
- Waki: Approx 17.5" blade, Tanto: Approx 13 5/8" blade
- CPM-154 and CPM-3V Damascus steel by Vegas Forge
- Anodized Titanium Damascus tsubas by Vegas Forge
- Mammoth Ivory handles
- Handmade mosaic pins
- Stitched leather sheath
- Cost for Set (Includes Wakizashi + Tanto): $7,100
This year we're implementing a Purchase Lottery system to give everyone an equal opportunity to purchase our most exclusive one of a kind or custom pieces. Please read the following carefully for all the details!
HOW IT WORKS
- 1. Choose the piece(s) you want the opportunity to purchase. Watch this page and our Instagram feed in the coming weeks, and especially our live broadcasts on Saturday, July 18th from 9AM-11AM MST via Instagram Live and Facebook Live. We'll be offering sneak previews of the gorgeous knives and swords that will be available to purchase exclusively through this lottery.
- 2. Enter your name in the lottery. Don't wait! Get your entry in as soon as you see the piece you want by clicking the links below! Fill in the form to get your name on the list for the pieces you want the opportunity to purchase.
- 3. Winning names will be drawn beginning at 1PM MST on Saturday, July 18th. If your name is selected, we'll contact you by phone and email immediately. You'll only have 30 minutes to complete your purchase before a new name is drawn, so keep your phone handy!
JOIN US ONLINE VIA YOUR FAVE SOCIAL MEDIA
The online event begins at 9AM MST on Saturday, July 18th!
TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM LIVE
Follow us now for easy connection on event day!
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WATCH ON FACEBOOK LIVE
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DON'T MISS OUR FREE GIVEAWAY!
Win a tee shirt, gift card or limited edition steel key chain replica of one of our most popular models -- FREE!
Have you entered our FREE awesome Dawson giveaway yet? We'll be giving away Dawson tees, gift cards and limited edition steel keychains from 1PM to 4PM MST on Saturday, July 18th, during the Cutting Competition, absolutely free! You need not be present to win. Click to enter now!
DAY 2: Sunday, July 19th, 1PM-?
COME HANG OUT WITH US!
COME HANG OUT WITH US!
Talk knives. (Or bowies, or swords.) We'll be kicking back in a beautiful private home for the afternoon, grillin' and chillin'. Bring your favorite blades to show off, pass around and admire with fellow collectors in a casual, relaxed setting. Try your hand at knife-throwing against our home made target. Shoot the bull with Dennis, John Roy and the rest of the Dawson gang over sizzling steaks hot off the grill!
Due to ongoing health concerns, the number of attendees at the Sunday BBQ and Knife Throw will be limited. Pre-registration is required.
Choose the Saturday and Sunday ticket option to join us for the Sunday BBQ and Knife Throw!
Due to ongoing health concerns, the number of attendees at the Sunday BBQ and Knife Throw will be limited. Pre-registration is required.
Choose the Saturday and Sunday ticket option to join us for the Sunday BBQ and Knife Throw!
Saturday, July 18th
SECOND ANNUAL
STEEL SHARPENS STEEL
CUTTING COMPETITION
SECOND ANNUAL
STEEL SHARPENS STEEL
CUTTING COMPETITION
Watch Live, On Site or catch the action on Instagram TV as this year's competitors go head to head in our no-holds-barred cutting competition! Cheer for your favorite as they race through our timed course, with the winner taking home their very own Dawson blade!
BRING YOUR APPETITE
We'll be providing snacks on Saturday and a delicious meal on Sunday for our On Site attendees, included in the cost of your ticket. Reserve your space now!
Due to ongoing health concerns, the number of attendees at the live portion of the event will be limited. Pre-registration is required!
Due to ongoing health concerns, the number of attendees at the live portion of the event will be limited. Pre-registration is required!
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT
Centrally located and within walking distance to shopping, dining and the theater, the beautiful Hampton Inn & Suites is great choice for a restful and comfortable stay in Prescott Valley.
Contact the hotel at 928-772-1800 to make reservations.
Contact the hotel at 928-772-1800 to make reservations.