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    FAQ: Why isn't my new knife perfect?(Post)

    Wait a minute -- don't mistake perfection for quality.Some of the knives we offer are, for the most part, made by machines. A great many, however, are made by human hands or, at the very least, assemb

    FAQ: I see that some knives are 'spring-assisted' -- is that the same thing as a switchblade?(Post)

    No -- at least not to people who know something about knives. In the simplest terms, an automatic knife, or "switchblade," allows a person to open it without touching the blade itself. Usually

    Interview: Mike Malosh(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 i

    FAQ: Can I sharpen a V-bevel knife on a leather hone or strop?(Post)

    Yes!We use a leather hone to maintain all types of knives. Whether the grind is convex, hollow, flat or Scandi, a leather hone will maintain the edge beautifully.The leather "gives," conforming to the

    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

    Just Arrived! Benchmade 903 Mini-Stryker with Axis Lock(Post)

    New this year from Benchmade Knives is the Axis Stryker.  This was one of Benchmade's early knives that had a liner lock--and the original had almost a cult following.  The one thing people kept askin

    Knifemaker profile: A visit with Lon Humphrey(Post)

    When bladesmith Lon Humphrey invited us to visit his shop, he didn't have to ask us twice. We knew his work, of course -- old-school tools, hand-forged and hand-finished -- but we couldn't wa

    ​Kids & knives: The right thing, the right way(Post)

    Kids & knives: The right thing, the right way As knife enthusiasts, there's perhaps nothing as satisfying as sharing our passion with the young people in our lives. That's not as easy a

    ​The Lanyard Conundrum: Tether or not?(Post)

    There it is.It's staring back at you, that hole in the handle of your knife, and you're not sure what (if anything) you're supposed to do with it.Oh, you know what it is alright. It's a "lanyard hole,

    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

    What's the best place to buy Lon Humphrey Custom Knives?(Post)

    Of course, the best place to buy Lon Humphrey Custom Knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We stock an exclusive selection of Lon Humphrey's hand-forged knives, in a variety of patterns and

    How do Traditional Slipjoints Compare to Modern Tactical Folders?(Post)

    A lot of people are buying traditional knives, but are disappointed with what are perceived as flaws. I am not sure it is a fair comparison. Let me explain.  Well, Let me do it in a video.  :) You c

    How Does a Great Eastern Cutlery Knife Compare to a Benchmade?(Post)

    Great Eastern Cutlery is one of the most popular traditional pocket knives we sell.  How do GEC Knives compare to a Benchmade?  What about a Zero Tolerance?  What a bout a Chris Reeve?A lot of people

    FAQ: Which is better -- a folding knife or a fixed blade?(Post)

    We really can't answer that question -- either one may be right for you, and your choice will depend on a variety of factors. To help you with your decision, we'll give you some food for thought.As wi

    FAQ: What's Micarta?(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, canvas or

    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. It's also r

    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 kn

    The Hunt of a Lifetime(Post)

    I have just returned from the trip of a lifetime. An African hunting safari. It all began when I was invited by a friend to a Friends of the NRA charity banquet and auction. One of the sponsors

    ​Lessons from George and Horace: The Sheath Knife(Post)

    As we said in our last post, we can learn much from the "trio" of woodcraft tools carried by George Washington Sears (a.k.a. "Nessmuk") and Horace Kephart. Most of us, however, are more familiar wi

    Interview: Andy Roy(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 b

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