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    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-beve

    This week at Bark River: September 10, 2015(Post)

    We're pleased to present the premiere of what we expect will be a regular feature here on KnivesShipFree.com -- a behind-the-scenes look at what's happening at Bark River Knives. (After all, sinc

    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: Woodwor

    FAQ: How should I care for a leather sheath?(Post)

    Once you've fitted your prized knife with high-quality "pants," what's the best way to take care of the hide?Sharpshooter Sheath Systems' Reid Hyken has produced high-quality sheaths for the likes of 

    Bark River Knives: Bravo II(Post)

    I asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about the Bravo 2, this is what he said.The Bravo-2 is the longer and larger version of the Bravo-1. We head a lot of requests for a knife largely the size o

    What's Micarta? What's G-10? Which is stronger?(Post)

    Micarta is an industrial laminate, originally used in electrical and decorative applications, produced by applying heat and pressure to layers of fibrous materials -- such as linen, burlap, canv

    ​Paracord -- what's the use?(Post)

    Yes, we love paracord, that tough-as-nails nylon line that's become a staple of preppers, survivalists, Scouts and campers everywhere. Versatile as it is, however, the same question keeps a-nagging:

    Bark River Knives: Gunny(Post)

    I asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about the Gunny, this is what he said.The Bark River Gunny is the second most popular knife model.It is a smaller version of the most popular model, the Bravo

    2015 Stocking Stuffers(Post)

    Hey everyone, thanks for checking out our deals on stocking stuffers. There are some great deals here.  Note:  All deals end on Christmas Eve. I made a video to explain them all. Here they ar

    This week at Bark River: September 28, 2015(Post)

    This morning we caught up with a coffee-deprived Jim Stewart for a quick peek inside Bark River's current production. A lot of folks have been asking about the upcoming Bark River version of Marb

    FAQ: What's the best way to clean a leather sheath?(Post)

    At the end of a hunt or a camping trip, a leather sheath is bound to be in need of cleaning. Sharpshooter Sheath Systems' Reid Hyken has produced high-quality sheaths for the likes of Bark River Knive

    How-To: Improvising sharpening tools(Post)

    Improvising sharpening tools Whenever you have an edge in need of attention and your preferred sharpening tools are back home in your workshop, all you have to do is look around -- you'll usually

    Lon Humphrey MiniGun 2024 Gallery(Page)

    Jump to Storm Maple ($344.00) Jump to Curly Maple ($360.00) Jump to Box Elder Burl ($376.00) Jump to Desert Ironwood ($384.00) Storm Maple ($344.00)

    3 Things To Love About Zero Tolerance Folders(Post)

    3 Things To Love About Zero Tolerance Folders We've watched the Zero Tolerance product line mature (for lack of a better term) over the last several years, and we really like what we see. Thes

    What's the best place to buy Jesse Hemphill's custom knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy Jesse Hemphill's custom knives is KnivesShipFree, of course. Here's why: We stock an exclusive selection of Jesse Hemphill's knives, in a variety of patterns and handle

    A really big announcement (and a really big sale) from KnivesShipFree(Post)

    KnivesShipFree is moving!You read that right -- because of new Oregon laws banning the sale of ivory (even mammoth ivory) and a mandated increase in minimum wage, we're leaving our home in Hillsboro,

    Day one Hunting in Africa(Post)

    So my first day of hunting in Africa had its high points and low points.  Actually low points and high points. Right off the bat, I saw a massive impala.  It was beautiful.  Clashing horns with a

    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

    What's the best place to buy Chris Reeve Knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy  Chris Reeve Knives is KnivesShipFree, of course, and here's why: We have a wide selection of Chris Reeve Knives, both folders and fixed blades, including hard-to-

    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 Reev