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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: 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
Quick-reference guide: Know your knife steels(Post)The products in the KnivesShipFree inventory represent dozens of different steels -- stainless steels and carbon steels, tool steels and "super" steels -- and we know that can be a bit overwhelming
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
When Good Edges Go Bad(Post)When good edges go bad For the true knife lover, there's an almost indescribable thrill that comes with using a sharp blade. A keen edge glides effortlessly through the work, responding as muc
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: 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: My knife has a convex grind -- how do I sharpen it?(Post)Before getting into the "how," first we're going to talk about the "why" of convex edges.When you think about the edge of a knife, you probably picture a V-bevel -- an angle, two flat surfaces produci
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: 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
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
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
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
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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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Harpoon Tipped Vildmark - Black G10 - Red G10 Liners & Pins - CPM 154
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Fallkniven: A1 - Army Survival Knife - Laminated VGWOLF - Satin Blade - Zytel Sheath
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White River Knife & Tool
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Fallkniven: U2 Lockback Pocket Knife - SGPS Laminated Powder Steel
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White River Knife & Tool
White River Knife & Tool: Model 1 Pro - Textured Black G-10 - CPM-MagnaCut
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Fallkniven: F1 Pro - Swedish Military Survival Knife - Laminated CoS Steel
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Osprey Knife & Tool
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Osprey Knife & Tool: Mini Mamushi - OD Green Canvas Micarta - Cherry Red Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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Osprey Knife & Tool: Harpoon Tipped Warthog - Black G10 - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Harpoon Tipped Warthog - OD Green Micarta - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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Fallkniven
Fallkniven: A1 Pro - Army Survival Knife - Laminated CoS Steel - Locking Zytel Sheath
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Defiant 7
Defiant 7: M320 Fighting Knife - Black Polymer - CPM-3V - Black Cerakote - Titanium Hardware
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Rivery MFG
Rivery MFG: Zero V2 - Manual OTF Utility Knife - Gemstone - Gray Aluminum
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Rivery MFG
Rivery MFG: Zero V2 - Manual OTF Utility Knife - Gemstone - Black Aluminum
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Osprey Knife & Tool
Osprey Knife & Tool: Warthog - Vintage Natural Canvas Micarta (Light) - Cherry Red G10 Liners & Pin - Nitro V
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