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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: 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
FAQ: May I use any of those cool knife photos on KnivesShipFree?(Post)We've heard rumors that a lot of folks download product photos from KnivesShipFree.com and use them as their computer wallpaper. We're flattered, of course -- and because it's just for personal use, w
FAQ: "I see multiple pictures of the same knife, but there is a number or a letter next to the name. What does this mean?"(Post)Question: "I see multiple pictures of the same knife, but there is a number or a letter next to the name. What does this mean?" Purchasing a knife on the Internet already means that you can't fond
FAQ: "I have a custom knife, can I order a custom leather sheath from KnivesShipFree?"(Post)Question: "I see you carry a lot of leather sheaths, I have a custom knife, can I order a custom leather sheath from KnivesShipFree?" We offer many different sheath styles and designs, and all o
FAQ: My brand-new folding knife doesn't open and close easily -- the joint is really stiff. What should I do?(Post)This may be the most common question we get here at KnivesShipFree.It's not unusual for the pivots on a new knife -- whether it's a slipjoint pocketknife or a one-blade folder -- to be a bit stiff. So
FAQ: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?"(Post)Question: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?" Limited production knives are always highly desirable to own. It's incredible to see the frenzy a
FAQ: "I have store credit available at KnivesShipFree. How can I use it on my kitchen knife order?"(Post)Question:Â "I have store credit available at KnivesShipFree. How can I use it on my kitchen knife order?" To take advantage of any store credit you may have, you'll first need to log in. In most case
FAQ: How can I be sure that a knife I buy from KnivesShipFree isn't counterfeit?(Post)Let's make this simple: Every knife offered on KnivesShipFree.com is exactly as we describe it -- we don't deal in counterfeits.We have direct relationships with manufacturers and custom makers. We bu
​FAQ: I left my sharpening kit at home & my knife is getting dull -- what can I do?(Post)It's happened to us, and we're pretty sure it's happened to you -- in the middle of a campout or a hunt, we feel an edge start to go south. And, to our chagrin, all of our sharpening tools are back
FAQ: What's a better knife for a kid -- traditional or modern?(Post)Your kid wants to be just like you. Take a look at your own knives and the things that thrill you, and get your kid something similar. Get ready to be greeted by a big smile.For more information, visi
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
What's the best place to buy Ken Onion kitchen knives?(Post)Of course, the best place to buy Ken Onion kitchen knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We have a wide selection of Ken Onion models, including lots of hard-to-find patterns. We ship
FAQ: How Do I Maintain My Carbon Steel Knives?(Post)With the popularity of traditional and custom knives (like Great Eastern Cutlery, Northwoods Knives, Bark River Knives, Fiddleback Forge, etc), we are asked all the time, "What do I need to d
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different handle materials?(Post)When you're considering a particular knife, you look for quality. And while the blade is by far the most important component, the handle deserves attention as well. If the handle is defective, ch
L.T. Wright Handcrafted Knives(Post)You may not know L.T. Wright Handcrafted Knives, but you should.In our effort to bring you the best in the industry, we are excited to offer L.T. Wright's excellent knivesLT and his friend Dan founded
FAQ: What's the purpose of the 'extra' hole on the handle of a Chris Reeve Sebenza?(Post)That's a "tooling hole," also known as a "locating hole."Chris Reeve Knives buys titanium in large sheets and cuts it into rectangles about the size of the knife's handle. During manufacturing, all ho
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Spyderco: Native Chief Lightweight Sprint Run - Brown FRN - CPM-15V - C244PBN15V
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Spyderco: Endura 4 Lightweight - Blue FRN - K390 - C10FPK390
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Spyderco: Stretch 2 XL Salt Lightweight - Yellow FRN - H-2 Stainless - Hollow Grind - Serrated - C258SYL
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Spyderco: Stretch 2 XL Lightweight - Black FRN - VG-10 - ComboEdge - C258PSBK
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Spyderco: Endela Lightweight - Gray FRN - VG-10 - Emerson Wave - C243PGYW
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Spyderco: Salt 2 Lightweight - Green FRN - LC200N - C88FPGR2
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Spyderco: Salt 2 Lightweight - Green FRN - LC200N - Serrated - C88FSGR2
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Spyderco: Meerkat Lightweight Sprint Run - Cobalt Blue FRN - CPM-SPY27
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Spyderco: Shaman Lightweight Blackout - Black FRN - Compression Lock - CTS-BD1N - Black DLC - C229PBBK
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Spyderco: Pacific Salt Lightweight - Green FRN - LC200N - Serrated - C91FSGR2
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Spyderco: Lil' Native Lightweight - Lockback - Black FRN - CTS-BD1N - C230PBK
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Spyderco: Native Chief Lightweight - Black FRN - CTS-BD1N - Serrated - C244SBK
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Spyderco: Native 5 Lightweight - Cobalt Blue FRN - Lockback - CPM-SPY27 - C41PCBL5
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Spyderco: Ambitious Lightweight - Blue FRN - Liner Lock - CPM-S35VN - Serrated - C148SBL
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Spyderco: Shaman Lightweight Blackout - Black FRN - Compression Lock - CTS-BD1N - Serrated - Black DLC - C229SBBK
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Spyderco: Chaparral Lightweight - Lockback - Gray FRN - CTS-XHP - Serrated - C152SGY
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Spyderco: Meerkat Lightweight Sprint Run - Burgundy FRN - CTS-PD#1 - Black TiCN - C64BGBKP
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Spyderco: Para 3 Lightweight - Black FRN - CTS-BD1N - C223PBK
MSRP: $186.00Our Price: $139.50