Sometimes a little means a lot.

America is a mighty big place, but most of us experience it in much smaller pieces — a hometown, a favorite stretch of woods, a family tradition, a place we return to, or simply the patch of ground we call home.

Lil’ America was made to celebrate those little pieces.

At 4-3/4 inches overall, Lil’ America is one of the most compact members of the Inaugural Nine — a truly small Woody handmade Personal Knife that still carries plenty of Woody character. It features an Alabama Damascus blade, Python Micarta handle, brass hardware, Old Glory Red, White & Blue liners, and a patriotic Red, White & Blue mosaic pin.

Each comes with a handmade top-grain leather sheath by Lonnie Hyatt Leatherworks of Salem, South Carolina.

Small knife. Big idea.

A little piece of America you can carry with you.

One of 250 knives. 50 states. 1 nation.

Every America 250 • Bi-and-a-Half knife is made to order, one at a time, just for you. No two will be exactly alike — and we wouldn't have it any other way. Please give me and the boys in the Woody Shop up to 60 days to make yours. It may not take that long, but we certainly appreciate the time.

And by the way, the one pictured here started this story. Yours will carry it on, faithfully following the original pattern.