GMT Knives: Born from Passion, Built for Adventure

At GMT, our story begins in the wild. Guillermo Garcimonte, a Spanish architect and lifelong hunter, has been crafting his own knives for over 15 years. His passion for knife-making grew beyond a hobby and evolved into a relentless pursuit of craftsmanship. Determined to push the boundaries of what a knife could be, Guillermo studied under the legendary Master Smith Joe Keeslar, who taught him the art and science of bladesmithing. Their bond was so strong that Keeslar entrusted Guillermo with the honor of using the Keeslar name on his knife stamps—a testament to his exceptional skill.

Guillermo’s dedication led him to become the first person in Spain to achieve the prestigious Journeyman Smith title from the American Blade Society, a significant milestone in the world of knife-making. Now, he’s on the path to becoming a Mastersmith, having already passed the rigorous performance tests and set to present his work for judgment in Atlanta in June 2025. With a two-year waiting list for his custom knives, it’s clear that his craftsmanship is highly sought after by hunters and collectors alike. But for Guillermo, the frustration of not being able to meet the demand, especially for friends and fellow hunters, led him to seek a new path.

It was at a hunting camp in the Pyrenees, chasing stags, that Guillermo met Pedro Ampuero, and GMT was born. Together, they envisioned creating high-performance knives for hunters, ones that could be industrially manufactured but still maintain Guillermo’s exacting standards of quality and precision. Every step of the process—from the design to the materials, thermal treatments, and finishes—reflects Guillermo’s dedication to excellence.

The cutting edge and hilt of this project

Pedro Ampuero, a globally recognized hunter, brings a wealth of field experience to GMT. Having hunted all over the world, in some of the most extreme environments and for the toughest game, Pedro has honed his skills using everything from traditional firearms to archery. His deep connection to the outdoors and passion for hunting led him to document these journeys, sharing his adventures through films and documentaries. Pedro has achieved some of the highest-level awards in the hunting world, including being the only person to complete the GSCO Capra 20 with archery equipment, and he remains the youngest to join the exclusive Culminum Magister Mountain Club. His knowledge of the tools that hunters rely on worldwide informs every design at GMT, ensuring that our knives are performance-driven and built to endure the demands of the wilderness.

Together, Guillermo and Pedro share a vision: to create knives that support hunters while giving back to the wildlife they cherish. GMT is not just about making the best knives on the market; it’s about conservation and inspiring future generations to embrace hunting and the outdoors. We believe in the responsibility that comes with our craft, and through our efforts, we hope to preserve the very landscapes and species that inspire our work.