Sam represents the third generation carrying the craft forward. He brings a modern perspective to the family business, pairing hands-on shop experience with a growing role in shaping how the brand shows up and connects with customers.

Before stepping deeper into the shop, Sam spent a year fighting wildfires, building grit and respect for the outdoors that continues to shape him. An avid outdoorsman, he spends his time fishing, hunting, and mountain biking. Sam is steadily building his knifemaking skills while leading marketing efforts and helping tell the Rucker Knives story to the next generation.