Otto Wagner

Otto Wagner — Bushcraft Instructor & Traditional Steel Expert

With over 20 years of wilderness experience, Otto Wagner approaches knives from a classical bushcraft perspective. His background in teaching shelter building, wilderness navigation, and primitive firecraft gives him a deep appreciation for simple, durable tools.
Otto’s reviews stand out for their clarity, practicality, and deep respect for traditional carbon steels. If he recommends a knife, it’s because he’s used it hard—and trusts it with his life.