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    What's the best place to buy Kramer Zwilling kitchen knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy Kramer Zwilling kitchen knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We have a wide selection of Kramer Zwilling models, patterns and blade steels. We ship free, so our

    EDC: Northwoods Presidential(Post)

    If ever there was a knife that typifies "Sunday-go-to-meeting," it's our brand-new Northwoods Presidential.Because this is Sunday, it's classy, of course. And it's slim -- really slim.Made exclusively

    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

    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

    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

    Bark River Knives: Kalahari(Post)

    I asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about the KalahariThe Kalahari is brand new model for Bark River Knives. It uses a handle Mike Stewart really likes. It is contoured with Bark River’s classi

    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: What's the strongest lock on a folding knife?(Post)

    Our answer to that question depends on why you're asking. For example, if you're looking for a folding knife with a lock that makes it the equivalent of a fixed blade, the answer is simple:

    3 Good Reasons to Always Carry a Knife(Post)

    3 Good Reasons to Always Carry a Knife With a nod to Gibbs' Rule #9 -- "Never go anywhere without a knife" -- we humbly present three good reasons to always carry a knife. 1. Emergencies hap

    FAQ: Which is better -- a plain edge or a serrated edge?(Post)

    Fortunately, there's an easy answer to this question:  It depends. There are lots of opinions on this subject, so it depends on whom you ask. The answer also varies depending on what a knife is

    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

    FAQ: Are spring-assist mechanisms reliable?(Post)

    Absolutely. The brands we offer featuring a spring-assist -- Benchmade, Kershaw and Zero Tolerance -- have mechanisms that are well-engineered, solidly built and durable. For the unenlightened

    What's the best place to buy Hess knives?(Post)

    Congratulations, you've found us -- the best place to buy Hess knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock a wide variety of Hess patterns and handle materials. Because we ship free

    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

    ​What's the best place to buy Kershaw knives?(Post)

    Of course, the best place to buy your next Kershaw knife is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We have a wide selection of Kershaw models, including lots of hard-to-find models. We ship

    What's the best place to buy Fiddleback Forge knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy Fiddleback Forge knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why we can say that: We offer an unmatched selection of Fiddleback Forge knives, both production models and handmad

    Benchmade's Griptilian: 21st Century Classic(Post)

    When considering whether or not a modern knife has achieved "classic" status, there are many contenders. We could have a healthy debate about which (if any) belong in the pockets of Everyman. In our o

    FAQ: What's a "working edge"?(Post)

    If you sharpen your own knives, you're a step ahead of most people. If you don't, it's time you learned -- there's plenty of information right here on KnivesShipFree, like our Knife Sharpening page

    What's the best place to buy L.T. Wright knives?(Post)

    You're in the right place -- the best place to buy L.T. Wright Handmade Knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We have a complete selection of L.T. Wright knives, including special edition

    3 Ways to Customize Your Modern Folding Knife(Post)

    3 Ways to Customize Your Modern Folding Knife The way we look at it, you own a knife the moment you buy it -- but it doesn't become your own until you've lived with it for a while. Over time