In the heart of Andalusia, in the picturesque town of Cabra, Andrés Maldonado's passion for edged weapons was born. From his earliest childhood, Andrés was captivated by the epics of the big screen, inspired by heroes like Conan the Barbarian and seduced by the meticulous craftsmanship of The Lord of the Rings.

His fascination soon found its way to the family forge, where Andrés began forging his own swords from iron, demonstrating an innate skill from an early age. Although initially his creations were simple and rudimentary, his determination to perfect his art knew no limits.

Andrés' path led him to study art, expanding his creative horizon while never abandoning his passion for blacksmithing. After completing his studies, he returned to his father's forge to fully immerse himself in the world of forging and metal construction.

However, fate had an unexpected twist in store for him. Given the scarcity of opportunities in the market, Andrés ventured to explore new possibilities, trying to venture into the manufacture of razors. Despite the initial failure, this setback led him back to his true love: creating knives and swords.

With each blow of the hammer, Andrés refined his technique and delved into the mysteries of steel, until he finally found his muse in the legendary damascus steel. He soon understood that his passion could become his profession, and thus Maldonado Knife was born.

Today, Andrés continues his pursuit of perfection, combining his love of craftsmanship with a tireless dedication to innovation. From his forge in Cabra, he creates works of art that are not only functional, but also imbued with the spirit of bygone eras.

Join us on this journey of discovery and magic. Explore our catalog of unique creations and join us at our exhibitions at medieval fairs, where we forge live to transmit the magic of fire to all those who wish to be captivated.

Maldonado Knife is more than a brand; It is the reflection of the dream of a passionate craftsman committed to his craft.