Al Mar Knives, 2007. - 20 p. In 1979, Al Mar created “Specialty Cutlery” with the introduction of unique designs, produced at quality levels that rivaled custom, hand-made knives. We made the first Tactical folder, which is the forerunner of our SERE 2000 and we introduced the original Al Mar “Front Lock” into production. Today, we continue to make every “Al Mar” using the finest steels, scale materials and heat treatment available. Our knives are assembled, finished and sharpened all by hand, by craftsmen dedicated to creating the very best knives you can buy.