Our Story
Love The Journey
It all started in Springville, Utah. Childhood friends Jacob Dodd, Westley Dodd, and Andrew Florence grew up fishing, hunting, skiing, and building things — always outside, always creating. That passion eventually led them to Tedd Harris, an experienced bladesmith who lived just down the street. Under Tedd’s guidance, they learned the precision, patience, and art of bladesmithing — and quickly fell in love with it.
After years of making knives by hand, they decided it was time to share their work. In 2017, Jagged Mountain Knives was born — a name Jacob had come up with as a kid, dreaming of building a business someday.
Where we are Today
What started in a backyard forge has grown into a full-time operation — but the heart of Jagged Mountain Knives hasn’t changed. Today, we’re still based in Springville, Utah, where every knife is made by hand, one at a time, by a small and dedicated team. We’ve grown from a passion project among friends into a company known for quality, grit, and craftsmanship — shipping blades across the country to customers who believe in gear that works and lasts.
We’re not just here to make knives — we’re here to build something meaningful. At Jagged Mountain Knives, our mission is to grind the grind and love the journey. We believe in putting in the work, embracing the process, and crafting tools that reflect the pride of doing things the right way. This is more than a product — it’s a way of life.
Meet The Team
Jacob Dodd
~ Founder & Owner ~
As the Founder of Jagged Mountain Knives, Jacob Dodd brings over a decade of hands-on experience in bladesmithing and a deep passion for craftsmanship. He made his first knife at 11 and began forging at 14 in Tedd Harris’s shop. After studying entrepreneurship at BYU, Jacob combined his business knowledge with his love of forging to build JMK. His time serving a mission in Houston and Thailand shaped the values that guide both his life and work today.
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Mason Porray
~ Lead Knifemaker ~
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Mason brings style and precision to every blade he makes. A lifelong friend of JMK founder Jacob Dodd, Mason got into knife making young and quickly found a passion for hands-on craftsmanship. Outside the shop, he’s a sneakerhead, soccer player, and a streetwear lover. You’ll usually find him working with music playing in the background, letting the rhythm fuel his focus. His work blends grit, detail, and pride — and every blade reflects it.
Helena Dodd
~ Social Media Director ~
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Originally from Mexico, Helena is a world-class athlete turned creative who brings energy and intention to everything she does. With a background in advertising and a deep love for storytelling, she leads Jagged Mountain Knives’ social media — capturing the grit, craft, and heart behind every blade. A former elite taekwondo competitor, Helena blends discipline and creativity into her work, helping grow a community that feels just as personal as the knives themselves.