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    FAQ: Which knife brands sold by KnivesShipFree are made in the USA?(Post)

    KnivesShipFree is proud to offer these products made in the United States of America: Ambush KnivesAmerican Knife Company Bark River Knives Benchmade Knives Brous Blades Buck Knives* ...

    FAQ: My brand-new folding knife doesn't open and close easily -- the joint is really stiff. What should I do?(Post)

    This may be the most common question we get here at KnivesShipFree.It's not unusual for the pivots on a new knife -- whether it's a slipjoint pocketknife or a one-blade folder -- to be a bit stiff. S ...

    What's the best place to buy Great Eastern Cutlery knives?(Post)

    No doubt about it, the best place to buy Great Eastern Cutlery knives is from Great Eastern's largest dealer -- KnivesShipFree. Here's why we say that: We have the best selection of ...

    What's the best place to buy MIYABI kitchen knives?(Post)

    Of course, the best place to buy MIYABI kitchen knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We have a wide selection of MIYABI models and patterns. We ship free, so our prices on MIYABI kni ...

    This week at Bark River: September 22, 2015(Post)

    We're really enjoying showing you what's happening at Bark River Knives each week. This time Jim Stewart reveals the brand-new American Knife Company "Compact Forest Knife" in various st ...

    EDC: Northwoods Presidential(Post)

    If ever there was a knife that typifies "Sunday-go-to-meeting," it's our brand-new Northwoods Presidential.Because this is Sunday, it's classy, of course. And it's slim -- really slim.Made exclu ...

    FAQ: My knife has a convex grind -- how do I sharpen it?(Post)

    Before getting into the "how," first we're going to talk about the "why" of convex edges.When you think about the edge of a knife, you probably picture a V-bevel -- an angle, two flat surfaces produc ...

    Bark River Knives: Kalahari(Post)

    I asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about the KalahariThe Kalahari is brand new model for Bark River Knives. It uses a handle Mike Stewart really likes. It is contoured with Bark River’s class ...

    Interview: Jeff Randall(Post)

    Back in 2009 and 2010, KnivesShipFree published a monthly newsletter called From the Edge. One of its recurring features was an interview with a knifemaker or industry executive. We thought you'd be ...

    FAQ: Are spring-assist mechanisms reliable?(Post)

    Absolutely. The brands we offer featuring a spring-assist -- Benchmade, Kershaw and Zero Tolerance -- have mechanisms that are well-engineered, solidly built and durable. For t ...

    What's the best place to buy Hess knives?(Post)

    Congratulations, you've found us -- the best place to buy Hess knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock a wide variety of Hess patterns and handle materials. Because we shi ...

    What's the best place to buy American-made knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy knives made in the U.S.A. is KnivesShipFree. We proudly carry these American-made brands: Bark River Knives Benchmade Knives Buck Knives* Carter Cutlery Chris Ree ...

    What's the best place to buy Northwoods knives?(Post)

    Well, that's an easy one -- the best place to buy Northwoods Knives is KnivesShipFree, the home of Northwoods Knives. Here are more good reasons: We always have the mos ...

    How-To: Adjusting the pivot on a folding knife(Post)

    Adjusting the pivot on a folding knife On many modern folding knives (like those produced by Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Kershaw and others) you'll find an adjustable pivot. You can loosen or ...

    ​What's the best place to buy Zero Tolerance knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy Zero Tolerance knives is KnivesShipFree -- but then, you'd expect us to say that. Here's why it's more than just bragging: We have a complete selection of Zero To ...

    FAQ: What's a 'tang'?(Post)

    On a fixed-blade knife, the "tang" extends behind the blade -- it's essentially a continuation of the blade component, forming the foundation for the knife's handle. A "full tang" is exactly wha ...

    3 Knife-Safety Rules for Kids(Post)

    3 Knife-Safety Rules for Kids Kids and knives are a great combination, bringing as much enjoyment to the adults in their lives as to the kids themselves. To help make the experience safer, howev ...

    3 Tips for Breaking-In a New Folding Knife(Post)

    3 Tips for Breaking-In a New Folding Knife The pivot on your brand-new knife, whether it's a modern folder or a traditional slipjoint pocketknife, may feel gritty or stiff. That's not uncommon, ...

    What's the best place to buy Scagel-style knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy  Scagel-style knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock an unmatched selection of Scagel-style knives, including the authorized Scagel brand as well as ...

    FAQ: How long is the break-in period on a new folding knife?(Post)

    There's no single answer to this question. Each knife is different. If the pivot on your brand-new knife -- whether it's a traditional pocketknife or a modern folder -- feels stiff or gritty, th ...