Our mission is to bring lightning-fast service and an extensive selection of knives and equipment at low prices while offering the best possible value.
selection
We offer a wide variety of knives, flashlights, and EDC tools delivered lightening fast.
service
Our best-in-class customer service is here to assist you with any general or product-related questions.
community
We are proud to be part of a community that shares our passion for knives.
Our Story
DLT Trading was founded in the late 1990s as an online retailer offering premium, uncommon knife brands to consumers all over the world. Then, as we have expanded both naturally and via acquisitions—like our acquisition of Oregon Knife Shop and its online sales division—we have seen exponential development in the forefront of this sales channel. We have established ourselves as one of the global leaders in custom-engraved knives for the retail and corporate markets thanks to this acquisition.
Our Team
JASON THOUNE
OWNER, DLT TRADINGPassionate about knives and the outdoors, I feel lucky to have the job I have. On a daily basis I get to talk to folks around the world that have interests similar to mine.
JASON THOUNE
OWNER, DLT TRADINGPassionate about knives and the outdoors, I feel lucky to have the job I have. On a daily basis I get to talk to folks around the world that have interests similar to mine. Though I have to admit the hours are long, I really don’t feel I have to “work”. We have an amazing custom base of loyal customers that I consider to be friends more than customers.
In my spare time, I love to spend time outside. Whether it’s on my family’s farm working cattle, hunting for whitetail deer, or just out camping with my family I have a real love of the outdoors and the high quality gear that goes hand-in-hand with it. In my spare time I also love to cook so my profession allows me to have some really great kitchen cutlery as a bonus.
tara
tara
I’m fortunate to have the opportunity to work with my significant other, doing a job that we both enjoy. With my love for the outdoors, I’m lucky to get to work with coworkers and customers who have the same passion. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, hunting, camping, and all things sports.
nick
nick
I have been passionate about knives since I got my first hunting knife from my Dad at 10 years old (Thanks a lot Dad!!!). I am an avid fisherman and hunter and I absolutely love going on hikes with my wife and our pups. I have been into bushcrafting for a few years and I am an absolute steel nerd. I love cooking and discovering new recipes as well so my cutlery taste is fairly widespread. I love getting to interact with our customers on a daily basis and help them in finding the best knife for their needs.
paul
paul
My job at DLT allows me to combine my passion for knives with my extensive background in retail sales and ecommerce. I’ve long been a fan of high quality and custom folders and tactical knives. Since arriving at DLT I’ve garnered a newfound love for the durability and beauty of many of the top notch fixed blade knives we offer.
kat
kat
Since 2022, I have been managing the media department at DLT Trading. From images on the website, to the videos on our DLT Trading YouTube channel, I shoot, edit, and export content of our products. Working at DLT Trading has given me the opportinity to pursue my passion of both video and photo, in additon, I have started a knife collection of my own.
Jordan
jordan
As a lifelong fan of cutlery it's been an amazing opportunity to come to work at DLT Trading. Besides getting to spend much of my time with some of the best sharp things on the market, I also have ample opportunity to interact with great customers who are as excited and passionate about knives as I am. Most of my day is in customer service and I greatly enjoy getting to problem solve and assist people in choosing their next knife.
In my free time my hobbies include cooking, disc golf, watching the NFL, and anything related to Star Wars.
Zach
zach
Since joining Team DLT's finance department in 2022, my fascination with knives has flourished. Outside of DLT, I'm often immersed in the great outdoors, hunting alongside our two German Shorthaired Pointers, Chessie and Nelli. Alternatively, you might spot my wife, Morgan and I cruising the tranquil waters of the Menominee River on the pontoon, soaking in its scenic beauty.
BAILEY
HEAD OF COMPLIANCEHaving held the position of official greeter and executive director of doggy kisses, I must say I really enjoy “working” here at DLT Trading.
BAILEY
HEAD OF COMPLIANCEHaving held the position of official greeter and executive director of doggy kisses, I must say I really enjoy “working” here at DLT Trading. Over the years I have trained all the delivery folks to bring me treats during their stops and I even have a good number of our retail store customers bring me treats now! If you stop in and visit us I’ll likely grab one of my stuffed animal toys and greet you at the door to say hi. The pay here isn’t great but I do get regular bonuses (ok, technically they’re belly rubs). My phone skills are pretty limited so I don’t do a ton of work on our ecommerce side but I’m the most popular storefront employee we have. You may even hear me bark in the background now and then if you call in at just the right time as a good part of my day is spent relaxing.
Visit Us at Our Store
Since 2012, we’ve been headquartered in Marinette, Wisconsin. Our facility houses our e-commerce operations, warehouse, and a retail storefront.
If you’re ever in the area we’d love to have you stop in to say hello and see some of the world’s best knives and monogrammed hunting gear.
