Smoky Mountain Knife Works

The retail site is organized the same way the store is. The categories include:

• Knives: folding, fixed, automatic and custom, from brands such as Case, Buck, Benchmade, KA-BAR and Microtech.
• Swords and martial arts items: a separate category on the site.
• Shooting supplies: ammunition, optics and firearm accessories.
• Gear and clothing: tools, flashlights, sporting goods, hunting and fishing clothing, boots and outerwear.
• Cooking: kitchen knives, outdoor cookware and gadgets.
• Collector pieces: Case knives, handmade work and a custom shop.

The store also buys knife collections, so serious collectors often bring items to sell or appraise. Some products and categories, such as automatic knives and firearms accessories, are subject to state and federal rules, so be ready to show ID and expect restrictions on shipping and purchases.

The store lists retail hours of 10 AM to 6 PM every day. The phone number is (865) 453-5871. Browsing is free, and the website has an online shop if you want to compare prices before you go. The company runs a rewards program and offers free shipping on orders over a set amount.

This stop works for collectors, hunters, anglers, cooks and anyone who wants a very large gift shop with a specific theme. It is also a good rainy-day option and an easy stop on the way in or out of Sevierville. Children can browse, but it is a store full of sharp objects, so keep a close eye on them and treat this as a trip for older kids.

• Allow at least an hour, and more if you plan to shop.
• Check the website's events page for in-store demonstrations.
• If you are buying a knife as a gift, ask about the brand's warranty and care rules.
• Pack your purchases in checked luggage if you fly home. Blades are not allowed in carry-on bags.
• Winfield Dunn Parkway has heavy traffic at holiday weekends, so plan extra drive time.

Smoky Mountain Knife Works is a quirky Sevierville staple, and the scale of the place is part of the draw.