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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: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different grinds?(Post)Over the years we've handled and used thousands of knives. Because we know the hows and whys of various grinds, we understand the strengths and weaknesses of different profiles -- in short, we know
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
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 or
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
FAQ: Why are good knives so expensive?(Post)As the saying goes, you get what you pay for.And what do you get when you spend a little more for a knife?You get better engineering and design -- a knife that'll do what it's meant to do and hold up
Great Eastern Cutlery #72 Cody Scout(Post)We're going to be honest with you here -- we just can't be dispassionate about Great Eastern's two-blade Cody Scout, so we're not even going to pretend. We love this knife. If we didn't appreciat
FAQ: How difficult is sharpening? Is it hard to learn?(Post)Relax -- sharpening isn't some mysterious black art.Oh, we know it can be frustrating at first. We've seen lots of people get discouraged and give up just when they're on the verge of mastering it. An
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: Which is better for kids—a fixed blade or a folder?(Post)Truth? A fixed blade. I tell that to countless parents every month, and every month those same parents pick up a folding knife for their kids instead.Fixed blades don’t ever fold on your fingers. Fixe
The Best Bushcrafting Knife? (Post)A Review of Bark River Knives: Bushcrafter When it comes to bushcraft/survival knives, how much is enough? How do you make sure your knife will be up to the task? Here’s a product from Bark River Kn
FAQ: What makes a knife 'collectible'?(Post)Honestly? We have no idea.Okay, that's not a very helpful answer to your question. But over the years we've seen many knives we thought would increase in value and didn't, while other knives we consid
Poetry in Steel: Bark River's Camp & Trail(Post)The other day, we were listening to a radio interview with one of our favorite celebrities as he traced the strange and circuitous path that led to his current fame. (We're not going to name him, but
What's the best place to buy Alan Warren Custom Knives?(Post)That's easy -- the best place to buy Alan Warren Custom Knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We stock an exclusive selection of Alan Warren's handmade knives, in a variety of patterns an
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 materi
Interview: Dave Shirley(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 be i
FAQ: "What angle should I sharpen my kitchen knife?"(Post)Question:Â "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
What's the best place to buy custom knives?(Post)The best place to buy custom knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock a wide selection of custom knives from 'makers like Murray Carter, Fiddleback Forge, Jesse Hemphill, Lon Hu
FAQ: What's a 'tang'?(Post)On a fixed-blade knife, the "tang" extends behind the blade -- it's essentially a continuation of the blade component, forming the foundation for the knife's handle. A "full tang" is exactly what
How-To: Getting the most from your kitchen knives(Post)Getting the most from your kitchen knives Tip #1: Store your knives properly. If you throw your kitchen knives into a drawer they can chip or dull, and you risk cutting yourself when you reac
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Carver - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - Bloody Basin Spacer
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Bel Air Cryopick - Duralock - KVT Bearings - Raw Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut - Blue Blade - 6105RAWBLU
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Creek - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - AZ Jade Spacer
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Mini Iridium - Ice Blue Anodized Aluminum - D2 Tool Steel - DuraLock - KVT Bearings - 2051
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Caper - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - Bloody Basin Spacer
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Spyderco
Spyderco: Edgerati - Compression Lock - Skeletonized Black Anodized Aluminum - CPM-S30V - Black DLC
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bushcrafter LT - CPM 3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Malachite Spacer
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Carver - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - AZ Jade Spacer
MSRP: $374.95Our Price: $281.20 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 9 - Black Aluminum - Stonewash - 7250
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Red Flag - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - Jade Malachite Spacer
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Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 15080BK-04 Crooked River - Black Canvas Micarta - Burnt Copper Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut - DLC Battlewash
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12 Auto - Mini Stiletto - Gray Aluminum - BlackWash - CPM-154 - 7125GRYBW
MSRP: $194.99Our Price: $121.03 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12CA Auto - Mini Stiletto - Olive Green Aluminum - 1.9" Blade - 7130OLSW
MSRP: $149.99Our Price: $96.43 -
Spyderco
Spyderco: Edgerati - Compression Lock - Skeletonized Black Anodized Aluminum - CPM-S30V - Black DLC - Serrated
MSRP: $365.00Our Price: $273.75 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bird & Trout - CPM 154 - Natural Canvas Micarta - Black Spacer - Black Liners - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Featherweight Fox River - CPM 3V - Green Linen Micarta - White & Gold Web Spacer - Orange Liners
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Aurora - CPM-3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Malachite Spacer
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Aurora III - CPM 3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Malachite Spacer
MSRP: $534.95Our Price: $401.20 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12 Auto - Mini Stiletto - Black Aluminum - CPM-154 - 7125
MSRP: $184.99Our Price: $114.82 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Livewire Pope Edition - OTF Auto - White Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut- Gold Blade - 9000WGLD
MSRP: $420.00Our Price: $249.95