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    Bark River Knives: Little Creek as an EDC(Post)

    Our regular Saturday-morning ritual includes a bit of woods-walking. Sometimes, unfortunately, it's just a brief stroll; other days we're lucky to get back by noon.As much as we like our folders and s

    FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different grinds?(Post)

    Over the years we've handled and used thousands of knives. Because we know the hows and whys of various grinds, we understand the strengths and weaknesses of different profiles -- in short, we know

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

    The best place to buy Shun kitchen knives is KnivesShipFree, of course. Here's why we make that claim: We stock a great selection of Shun models and patterns. We ship free, so our price

    FAQ: What are the advantages of multiple blades on a pocketknife?(Post)

    Some folks insist that you only need one blade -- the right blade -- on a pocketknife. Most people, however, see the advantages of having at least two, or even more. Although the debate wil

    FAQ: What's the difference between canvas Micarta and linen Micarta? How do they compare to G-10?(Post)

    Micarta and G-10, two popular synthetic materials used in knife handles, are industrial laminates. They're produced by applying heat and pressure to layers of fibrous "substrate" materials which ar

    FAQ: What's the proper pronunciation of Fällkniven?(Post)

    Why, we're glad you asked."Fällkniven" is pronounced Faill-knee-ven, with the accent on both the first and second syllables.And just so you know, "Fällkniven" is Swedish for "folding knife."

    Bark River Little Carver 3V Review(Post)

    Okay, we'll admit it -- sometimes we find ourselves in a rut. That's especially true when it comes to our everyday-carry knives.You might remember the Bark River Knives Little Creek from our "Seven Da

    FAQ: What's the perfect number of blades for a slipjoint pocketknife?(Post)

    That's a great question, albeit one that opens a big can of worms. We'll be glad to share our opinions here, without presuming that we'll be able to settle the matter. Some folks are adamant that

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

    The best place to buy Fiddleback Forge knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why we can say that: We offer an unmatched selection of Fiddleback Forge knives, both production models and handmad

    FAQ: Are knives a good investment?(Post)

    Maybe -- it all depends on your own personal definitions of "good" and "investment."If you're wondering if a relatively small investment in knives will someday provide returns good enough to fund a co

    Wow! A New Blog!(Post)

    I have been waiting on this for so long!!  We have wanted to add a blog on our site ever since we started using Big Commerce--actually before.I can't wait to start adding some cool knife content.  Be

    FAQ: Does KnivesShipFree have a retail showroom?(Post)

    Yes -- come see us! Our storefront location in the Chattanooga, TN area is open weekdays and has many knives on display. Our website inventory is also available if you want to come check out a sp

    FAQ: Is it ok to clean my kitchen knives in a dishwasher?(Post)

    NO. Your dishwasher uses very high heat and nasty chemicals to get the food off of your dishes -- and none of that is good for your fine knife. What's more, imagine all of those chunks of food ag

    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 are the advantages and disadvantages of a flat grind?(Post)

    What it is: A flat grind is a single, symmetric V-bevel -- the blade tapers from a particular height on the blade and ends at the cutting edge. A flat grind that begins at the blade's spine is call

    What's Happening at Bark River 11/19/15 Transcript(Post)

    Thursday 11/19 A lot of stuff coming up. From a couple of weeks ago we have the 1909 Michigan Bowies. They are a recreation of Marble’s Trailmaker The Michigan Bowie is a recreation of a M

    Great Eastern Cutlery #72 Cody Scout(Post)

    We're going to be honest with you here -- we just can't be dispassionate about Great Eastern's two-blade Cody Scout, so we're not even going to pretend. We love this knife. If we didn't appreciat

    Bark River Knives: Ghost II Karambit(Post)

    We asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about their new Ghost II. The new Ghost II Karambit was designed for Bark River Knives by Scott Horn of Airborn Knives. Scott is an ex- Ranger and has a lo

    FAQ: Why do my kitchen knives get dull so fast?(Post)

    Our guess? You're using the wrong cutting surface.You should never cut on hard surfaces like glass, ceramic tile, ceramic plates, marble, granite, or acrylic -- all of those will dull (or even chip) y

    Shipping And Returns(Page)

    Shipping At KnivesShipFree, we believe the name says it all, but there needs to be a little clarification... Everything within the United States ships free with tracking included! (Typically USPS...