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FAQ: What is Kirinite?(Post)
Kirinite is a next-generation acrylic, billed to be as tough as the more-familiar Corian. Knifemakers like Kirinite because it's easy to shape using conventional woodworking tools.
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 ...
FAQ: "There are a lot of knives available on KnivesShipFree, are they all really in stock and available to ship?"(Post)Question: "There are a lot of knives available on KnivesShipFree, are they all really in stock and available to ship?" Great question! If you see a knife or accessory on our website, it is in stock ...
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 c ...
Interview: Wally Gardiner(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 ...
FAQ: What is C-Tek?(Post)C-Tek is a synthetic material made by infusing an aluminum honeycomb with high-strength resin. It's available in a variety of colors, many of which have beautiful translucence and visual depth.
FAQ: What are the advantages of a 'recurve' edge?(Post)The cutting edge of a conventional knife blade (unless it's a simple straight-edge) has a single curve that begins at the point and ends where it merges into a straight section of the edge. A ...
FAQ: What's 'spalted' wood?(Post)Spalting, which most often happens in dead trees, is caused by fungi. It affects the color of the wood, producing unique shades and intricate patterns. Pale hardwoods -- such as maple, birch, ...
FAQ: What's a 'coffin' handle?(Post)A "coffin" handle is a traditional style of knife handle that resembles, in its shape, a burial coffin.Its distinctive pommel has three sides, or faces. A coffin handle tapers toward its forward end, ...
FAQ: Does 'camel bone' have any advantages over conventional (cattle) bone?(Post)When a description on KnivesShipFree says "bone," it means "cattle bone" -- to be precise, shin bone. Camel bone is (please pardon the expression) a whole different animal.Camel bone is denser than c ...
FAQ: What's the best way to store my kitchen knives?(Post)If you just toss your knives into a drawer, they can get dulled or chipped, and you run the risk of cutting yourself when you reach into the drawer.We suggest keeping your fine kitchen cutlery in a k ...
Bark River Knives Bravo Necker(Post)The Bark River Knives Bravo Necker I and II are identical except for the blade length. They are made from CPM 3v so you can use them hard if you want. The steel is incredible in toughness. They we ...
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 ...
FAQ: Is it possible to order knives with handles that match?(Post)The answer to this question (which we hear quite often, by the way) is no -- and yes. We definitely understand the desire to have a "matched set" to show off to hunting buddies, as well as ...
Bark River Knives: Bravo 1.5(Post)We asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about the Bravo 1.5 and this is what he saidThe Bravo 1.5 is nothing more than our Bravo-1 with a longer blade. We had a lot of requests over the last few ...
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a chisel grind?(Post)What it is: A chisel grind essentially is a V-bevel, except that only one side of the blade is sharpened while the other side remains straight (like a wood chisel). What it's good for: Woodwo ...
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a double-bevel (compound) grind?(Post)What it is: A double-bevel grind, also known as a "compound grind," can, in overall profile, incorporate virtually any other grind -- flat, hollow, convex -- with the addition of a secondary V-bev ...
This week at Bark River: September 17, 2015(Post)It's a real treat for us to be so close to Bark River Knives now, and we're making good on our promise to give you a regular look inside the operation.Jim Stewart, Bark River's production manage ...
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 F ...
Terms and Conditions(Page)By purchasing a knife from KnivesShipFree, you are acknowledging you are of legal age and have the appropriate legal status to own and possess the knife you are purchasing. International ...
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Warthog - Vintage Natural Canvas Micarta - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kephart - CPM 3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Red Liners
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kephart - CPM 3V - Black Carbon Fiber - Blue Liners
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Warthog - OD Green Canvas Micarta - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Aurora - CPM-3V - Desert Ironwood - Black Liners #1
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Aurora - CPM-3V - Firedog Canvas Micarta - Black Liners
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Canadian - CPM-3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Malachite Spacer
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kephart - CPM 3V - Blue Texas Fencepost - Black Liners
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: (K) Raptor - Vintage Canvas Micarta - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pins - CPM S35VN
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12CA Auto - Mini Stiletto - Gray Aluminum - Blackwash 1.9" Blade - 7130GRYBW
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Nessmuk Style Skinner - Vintage Canvas Micarta - Red G10 Liners & Pins - CPM 154
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Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 565PL-2501 Mini Freek - SHOT Show Limited Edition - Amber Ultem - CPM-M4 - Amethyst Cerakote
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Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 4850BK Om - OTF Auto - Black Aluminum - CPM-S30V - Black DLC
MSRP: $360.00Was: $324.00Sale Price: $224.00 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kephart - CPM 3V - Black Texas Fencepost - Red Liners #1
MSRP: $399.95Our Price: $299.95 -
Rivery MFG
Rivery MFG: Zero - Manual OTF Utility Knife - Smooth Operator - Gray Aluminum
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Aurora - CPM-3V - Red & Black Suretouch - Matte - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $379.95Our Price: $284.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Canadian - CPM-3V - Blue & Black Suretouch - Matte - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kephart - CPM 3V - Dark Curly Maple - Black Liners #2
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Trail Hand - OD Green Canvas - Yellow G10 Liners - Natural Micarta Pins - CPM 154
Our Price: $325.00