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Lessons from George and Horace: The Woodsman's Slipjoint(Post)
George Washington Sears (a.k.a. "Nessmuk") called it a "pocket knife." Horace Kephart's term was "jackknife." Both men appreciated having a nimble cutting tool for finer tasks, but with so much att
When good knife people do stupid things(Post)by Derrick Bohn I'm sure you can imagine the stories I hear about what some folks do with their knives. Just recently, in fact, a guy called to say that he was sadly disappointed with a Fällkn
FAQ: Is it ok to chop wood with my knife?(Post)Maybe -- but probably not. Very few knives are designed to handle the rigors of chopping (the way an ax is, for example). A purpose-built chopper is big enough, heavy enough and possesses the pro
Will the black coating on my knife wear off?(Post)You have been looking at beautiful knives and some of them have a black coating on the blade. Everyone wonders if the knife coating will come off with use.The short answer is, "Yes."Knife coatings ar
Shopping on the Internet...(Post)...doesn't mean that you have to lose the intimate experience of your local store. At KnivesShipFree we're your neighborhood store, everywhere! Here's what one customer said about our little cor
Knife Photography(Post)Knives are notoriously difficult to photograph. The more refined the knife, the more difficult it is to shoot.ESEE Knives are not difficult at all because they have no shiny spots. The coating on th
Benchmade's Griptilian: 21st Century Classic(Post)When considering whether or not a modern knife has achieved "classic" status, there are many contenders. We could have a healthy debate about which (if any) belong in the pockets of Everyman. In our o
FAQ: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?"(Post)Question: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?" Limited production knives are always highly desirable to own. It's incredible to see the frenzy a
FAQ: Can I change the position of the pocket clip on my folding knife?(Post)Yes, if your knife is allows for it. Some (but not all) modern folding knives -- like those from Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Spyderco, Kershaw and other makers -- accommodate more than one p
FAQ: Is a knife labeled 'collectible' too fragile to be used?(Post)No -- not the ones sold by KnivesShipFree, anyway. A number of factors affect a knife's value to collectors. A "new and unused" knife, generally speaking, would bring a higher price at resale
What's Happening at Bark River 10/30/15(Post)In this video, Jim Stewart of Bark River Knives takes us around to show us the progress on the new Bark River Bravo EDC. The Bravo EDC has been a very popular knife for Bark River, but now it is
FAQ: I'm new to kitchen cutlery -- where should I start?(Post)We suggest what most experts in kitchen cutlery recommend -- everyone needs three basic kitchen knives:Chef's knife: This will be the most important knife in your kitchen. Start with a European-style
FAQ: Does KnivesShipFree have a Facebook page?(Post)We sure do -- the KnivesShipFree Facebook page is where we post our latest news and behind-the-scenes stuff you'll find nowhere else. Plus you'll be able to interact with other knife lovers and,
FAQ: What's a better knife for a kid -- traditional or modern?(Post)Your kid wants to be just like you. Take a look at your own knives and the things that thrill you, and get your kid something similar. Get ready to be greeted by a big smile.For more information, visi
FAQ: Shouldn't I be worried that my kids will cut themselves?(Post)They will. You can’t make knives completely safe. They're sharp and pointy. I still cut myself from time to time.Teach kids the principles of safe knife handling—and then be ready with Band-Aids.For m
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. So
FAQ: Is there a secret to knife sharpening?(Post)Yes, as a matter of fact, there is: Don't sharpen your knives.Ok, we said that just to get a rise out of you. Put another way: Don't sharpen your knives -- maintain them.If you're playing the game rig
3 Things That Cut Better with a Serrated Edge(Post)3 Things That Cut Better with a Serrated Edge Serrated edges, physically speaking, have a couple of advantages over plain edges. On blades of similar size, the scalloped profile essentially incre
FAQ: "Do you inspect each knife before shipping it?"(Post)Question: "Do you inspect each knife before shipping it?" We're always available to inspect knives at our customers request, but we rely on carrying quality products from top manufacturers (Benchm
FAQ: What's the purpose of a 'sharpening steel'? How often should I use it?(Post)A "sharpening steel" (more accurately, "honing steel") is used to realign the very fine "micro edge" of a kitchen knife. Gently drawing the blade across the rod at a shallow angle realigns the edge.
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