How Selling on Blade Market Works
Whether you're a custom knife maker, knife dealer, blade manufacturer, EDC brand, collector, estate seller, or reseller, Blade Market makes it easy to connect with serious buyers nationwide.
With Blade Market, you can:
- Sell through Live Auctions, Buy Now listings, and Make Offer opportunities
- Set optional reserve prices on auction listings
- Get paid directly by buyers
- Choose your preferred payment methods
- Open a Free Vendor Store to showcase your inventory
- Sell custom knives, pocket knives, folding knives, fixed blade knives, automatic knives, swords, axes, tomahawks, EDC gear, flashlights, multi-tools, knife accessories, and rare blade collectibles
Whether you're selling a single knife or an entire collection, Blade Market provides the exposure, flexibility, and tools to help you reach more buyers and maximize every sale
1. Create Your Free Seller Account
Sign up in minutes and start selling on Blade Market — the marketplace built for custom knife makers, knife dealers, blade manufacturers, EDC brands, collectors, estate sellers, consignors, and resellers.
Sell a wide variety of items, including:
- Custom knives
- Pocket knives, folding knives & fixed blade knives
- Automatic & OTF knives
- Vintage & collectible knives
- Swords, axes & tomahawks
- EDC gear, flashlights & multi-tools
- Knife accessories
- Rare, discontinued & hard-to-find blades
Whether you're selling a single knife, a personal collection, or the inventory of an entire knife shop, Blade Market gives you the flexibility to sell through Live Auctions, Buy Now listings, and Make Offer opportunities.
Choose your preferred payment methods, get paid directly by buyers, and reach serious knife collectors and enthusiasts nationwide — all with a simple, low Seller Service Fee and no listing fees.
2. List Your Items for Free
Create professional listings that attract serious buyers and maximize the value of your knives, swords, EDC gear, and blade collectibles.
Include:
- High-quality photos
- Detailed descriptions
- Maker, brand, model, and specifications
- Blade steel, handle materials, and overall condition
- Authenticity, serial numbers, certificates, or documentation
- Vintage, custom, limited edition, or collectible details
- Shipping information and local pickup options
- Accepted payment methods
Blade Market gives sellers multiple ways to sell:
Live Online Auctions
- 24-Hour Flash Auctions
- 7-Day Auctions
- Optional Reserve Prices
- Optional Make Offer Functionality
Fixed-Price Buy Now Listings
- Set your asking price and sell instantly
- Optional Make Offer Functionality
- Quantity-Based Listings
Whether you prefer competitive bidding, fixed-price sales, or a combination of both, Blade Market gives you the flexibility to sell your way while reaching serious buyers nationwide.
3. Set Your Payment Methods
Choose how you want to get paid:
- PayPal
- Stripe
- Authorize.net
- Offline credit card processing
- Cash for local pickup transactions
- Escrow.com
- Other online or offline payment methods
Blade Market gives sellers the flexibility to choose the payment methods that work best for their business and customers.
Buyers pay sellers directly — there are no marketplace-controlled payouts, payment holds, or unnecessary delays. This direct buyer-to-seller marketplace puts you in control of every transaction, allowing you to receive payment using your preferred payment methods while paying only a low Seller Service Fee after a successful sale.
4. Complete the Sale
When your item sells, the transaction is simple and straightforward:
- The highest bidder wins your auction, or
- A buyer purchases your item through a Buy Now listing, or
- You accept a buyer's Make Offer proposal.
You'll be notified as soon as the sale is completed. The buyer will then pay you directly using your preferred payment method. After the transaction is complete, simply pay the applicable Blade Market Seller Service Fee to finalize your sale.
5. Get Paid & Ship
Once your item sells:
- The buyer is connected directly with you.
- The buyer pays you using your preferred payment method.
- You receive payment directly from the buyer.
- You ship the item directly to the buyer.
- Provide tracking information when available.
- Offer local pickup for eligible items, if applicable.
This direct buyer-to-seller process gives you complete control over payment, shipping, and customer communication while making it easy to complete every transaction.
Open a Vendor Store
Grow your business on Blade Market with a Vendor Store designed for custom knife makers, knife dealers, blade manufacturers, EDC brands, outdoor retailers, collectors, estate sellers, consignment companies, resellers, and blade enthusiasts.
Free Vendor Store — $0/Month
Start selling immediately with a Free Vendor Store and enjoy:
- Dedicated vendor profile
- One central location for all your listings
- Buyers can browse your complete inventory
- Build trust and credibility with knife collectors and blade enthusiasts nationwide
- Perfect for custom knife makers, knife dealers, blade brands, EDC retailers, collectors, resellers, and growing businesses
Featured Vendor Store — $25/Month
Upgrade to a Featured Vendor Store and receive premium exposure across the marketplace:
- Featured placement on the Blade Market homepage
- Increased visibility throughout the marketplace
- Dedicated branded vendor profile
- Buyers can follow your Vendor Store
- Followers receive email notifications when you list new knives, swords, EDC gear, and collectibles
- Showcase all your live auctions, Buy Now listings, and Make Offer opportunities in one location
- Build brand recognition and attract repeat buyers
- Reach serious knife collectors and blade enthusiasts nationwide
Grow your business, build your reputation, and reach serious buyers nationwide with Blade Market.
Why Sell on Blade Market?
- No Listing Fees
- Low Seller Service Fee
- Live Online Auctions, Buy Now Listings & Make Offer Opportunities
- 24-Hour Flash & 7-Day Auction Formats
- Reach Serious Knife Collectors & Blade Enthusiasts Nationwide
- Direct Buyer-to-Seller Transactions
- Get Paid Directly Using Your Preferred Payment Methods
- Built for Custom Knife Makers, Knife Dealers, Blade Manufacturers, EDC Brands, Outdoor Retailers, Collectors, Estate Sellers & Resellers
- Sell Custom Knives, Pocket Knives, Folding Knives, Fixed Blade Knives, Automatic & OTF Knives, Swords, Axes, Tomahawks, EDC Gear, Flashlights, Multi-Tools & Knife Accessories
- Ideal for Vintage, Rare, Limited Edition, Discontinued & Hard-to-Find Blades
- Free Vendor Store with Optional Featured Vendor Upgrade