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

    The best place to buy Shun kitchen knives is KnivesShipFree, of course. Here's why we make that claim: We stock a great selection of Shun models and patterns. We ship free, so our pric ...

    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.

    The Barlow(Post)

    There may be no more distinctive slipjoint pattern than the classic Barlow. Its lineage traces back to 17th-century England, first appearing on these shores 30 years before the Revolutionary War.No m ...

    FAQ: Is there an easy way to tell that my knife is sharp?(Post)

    If you've heard the term "hair-popping sharp," you may be wondering if we're about to suggest that you see if your knife will shave hair off your forearm. Many people check their edges that way, but ...

    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 homogen ...

    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 ...

    FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a convex grind?(Post)

    What it is: On a convex grind, the sharp edge is produced by symmetric, gently curved surfaces. Where the curvature begins (high or low on the blade) can produce a full convex, a saber convex o ...

    FAQ: Can I use my knife for batoning?(Post)

    Batoning is a technique used for processing wood for fire, shelter and other bushcraft purposes. Generally speaking, it involves splitting relatively small-diameter pieces of wood (no larger than ...

    FAQ: "What is stainless steel?"(Post)

    Question: "What is stainless steel?" Steel that contains at least 11.5% free chromium content is considered stainless steel. Chromium is an alloying element specifically added to steel increase ...

    Bark River Knives: Liten Bror(Post)

    We asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives about their Liten Bror Bushcraft Knife:The Liten Bror is actually the “Little Brother” of the Aurora. It is a smaller version with all of the features of t ...

    Interview: Wally Gardiner(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 ...

    Benchmade Griptillian the New Buck 110?(Post)

    Classic Folders, Old & NewIf there's a knife "hall of fame" (and maybe there is), its honorees aren't chosen by a board of directors or some highfalutin committee. No, the blades that stand the test ...

    FAQ: What is Damascus steel?(Post)

    We could write an entire book on Damascus steel and still not be fair to the topic, either historically or technically. At the risk of over-simplifying a complicated subject, we'll do our best to kee ...

    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 t ...

    What's the best place to buy Mike Malosh custom knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy Chaser Handmade Knives by Mike Malosh is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We stock an exclusive selection of Mike Malosh's knives, in a variety of patterns and handle ...

    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 l ...

    3 Tips for Breaking-In a New Folding Knife(Post)

    3 Tips for Breaking-In a New Folding Knife The pivot on your brand-new knife, whether it's a modern folder or a traditional slipjoint pocketknife, may feel gritty or stiff. That's not uncommon, ...

    What's the best place to buy Scagel-style knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy  Scagel-style knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock an unmatched selection of Scagel-style knives, including the authorized Scagel brand as well as ...

    Bark River Knives: Bravo 1(Post)

    Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives was kind enough to sit down with us and talk about their famous Bravo 1.The Bravo 1 is actually our most popular knife. It was developed with the help of the testin ...

    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, ...