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FAQ: "What does 'CPM' stand for in the knife industry?"(Post)
Question: "What does “CPM” stand for in the knife industry?" In the knife world "CPM" stands for Crucible Particle Metallurgy. This is a proprietary system developed by Crucible Industries to cr
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: How long is the break-in period on a new folding knife?(Post)There's no single answer to this question. Each knife is different. If the pivot on your brand-new knife -- whether it's a traditional pocketknife or a modern folder -- feels stiff or gritty, tha
FAQ: "I purchased a knife from KnivesShipFree and it didn't arrive sharp, why not?"(Post)Question: "I purchased a knife from KnivesShipFree and it didn't arrive sharp, why not?" Great question! The honest truth is that some knives might not arrive sharp from the manufacturer. I
FAQ: Where can I find a directory of knife manufacturers' websites?(Post)Many bladesmiths, knifemakers and knife manufacturers publish more information on their own websites than we ever could include here on KnivesShipFree. That kind of information can be helpful
FAQ: What does 'RC' or 'HRC' mean in a knife's specifications?(Post)Those abbreviations indicate the relative hardness of the knife's steel, as measured on the "Rockwell scale." And while we could spend a lot of time drilling into the metallurgical details of Rockwell
FAQ: My knife has a V-bevel -- what are my sharpening options?(Post)Generally speaking, there are two types of sharpening systems for V-bevel edges: freehand and guided. We'll take a look at each here, with some examples.Freehand sharpeningFreehand sharpening is the t
FAQ: Can I sharpen my knives on a bench grinder or an electric knife sharpener?(Post)In a word... NO!Sure, it takes friction to sharpen steel, and an abrasive wheel spun by an electric motor will definitely produce friction -- but at a speed that also generates excessive heat and quic
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
5 Knives Everyone Should Own(Post)You need five knives. We see a lot of knife lovers around here (obviously) and more than a few knife fanatics. Among our regular customers, we've noticed that those having the most fun tend to
FAQ: Why should I 'wet-fit' a sheath to my knife?(Post)Why take the time to wet-fit your sheath to your knife? We can think of three reasons. You have a general-purpose sheath. A general-purpose sheath (one designed to fit a number of different
FAQ: What knife-safety rules do you recommend for kids?(Post)This is one of those things that you will have to figure out. To give you some food for thought, however, I did this video covering the basic rules that I put on my own kids. No silliness.Treat every
FAQ: How do I lash a knife to a pole to make a spear? Y'know, for survival...(Post)STOP -- DON'T DO IT. Wherever you heard about this (movies, TV or the Interweb) it's a colossally bad idea. In a survival situation, a knife can be one of your most valuable tools. And if yo
FAQ: "What angle should I sharpen my kitchen knife?"(Post)Question: "What angle should I sharpen my kitchen knife?"The simple answer to this question is this: European Knives - Tough & Durable: Built like tanks, most European knives have thick homogeneous b
FAQ: What knife is best for both everyday carry (EDC) and self-defense?(Post)Defending yourself with a knife -- any knife -- is a skill, and it's a lot more difficult than you might think. (More about that below.) What's more, having to use a knife as a weapon is highly unlike
FAQ: Which knife brands sold by KnivesShipFree are made in the USA?(Post)KnivesShipFree is proud to offer these products made in the United States of America: Ambush KnivesAmerican Knife Company Bark River Knives Benchmade Knives Brous Blades Buck Knives*
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: My folding knife has a pocket clip, but I don't use it -- is it okay to remove it?(Post)Yes. Removing the pocket clip -- like those found on folding knives from Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Spyderco, Kershaw and other makers -- won't affect the function of the knife.You'll need the proper
FAQ: If a knife's description says 'bone,' what kind of 'bone' is it?(Post)Unless it says otherwise, "bone" means "cattle bone" -- specifically, the shin bone of a cow (or steer, or bull).Cattle bone has been used in knife handles for centuries. It's consistent, easy to work
FAQ: How old should my kids be before they get their first knife?(Post)That can be a little tricky. Because each kid is different, the real answer is that you are the only one who knows. You have to gauge their level of responsibility—it's your call.That said, most kids
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Add to Cart The item has been addedBenchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 9070BK-1 Claymore - Push-Button Auto - Textured Ranger Green Grivory - CPM-D2 - Cobalt Black Cerakote - Plain Edge
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Add to Cart The item has been addedKME Precision Knife Sharpening System
KME Precision Knife Sharpening System - Base Stand
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Add to Cart The item has been addedMuteki Knives
Muteki Knives: 6.38" Boning Knife - Ironwood - Ruby Red G-10 Liners - Hitachi White #1 Steel - #6359
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - White Texas Fencepost - Red Liners
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Blue & Black Suretouch - Matte - Black Liners & Pins
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Add to Cart The item has been addedKershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Heist - Black Glass-filled Nylon - D2 Tool Steel - DuraLock - 2037
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Add to Cart The item has been addedL.T. Wright Handcrafted Knives
L.T. Wright Knives: Woods Monkey Batwing - EDC Ring Knife - MagnaCut - Chisel Grind - Realtree Orange/Black Kydex
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Add to Cart The item has been addedL.T. Wright Handcrafted Knives
L.T. Wright Knives: Woods Monkey Batwing - EDC Ring Knife - MagnaCut - Chisel Grind - Typhoon/Black Kydex
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Green & Black Suretouch - Matte - Black Liners & Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Orange & Black Suretouch - Matte - Black Liners & Pins
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Add to Cart The item has been addedBenchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 9071BK-1 Claymore - Push-Button Auto - Textured Ranger Green Grivory - CPM-D2 - Cobalt Black Cerakote - Tanto
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Red Texas Fencepost - White Liners
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Add to Cart The item has been addedL.T. Wright Handcrafted Knives
L.T. Wright Knives: Woods Monkey Batwing - EDC Ring Knife - MagnaCut - Chisel Grind - Carbon Fiber/Black Kydex
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Steel Will Knives: Piercer - Titanium Framelock - Black G-10 - D2 Steel
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Benchmade Knives: 431SBK-1 Redoubt Tanto - AXIS Lock - Ranger Green & Forest Grivory - CPM-D2 - Cobalt Cerakote - Partially Serrated
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - White Texas Fencepost - Blue Liners
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Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Blue Texas Fencepost - White Liners
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Add to Cart The item has been addedSpyderco
Spyderco: Tenacious Framelock - Blue Disarray Titanium - D2 - Black Blade - C122TIBLBKD2P
MSRP: $246.00Our Price: $184.50