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FAQ: What's 'burl' wood? How does it differ from other wood?(Post)
When a living tree undergoes some sort of stress -- like an injury, a fungus, or an insect infestation -- a bulbous outgrowth forms. These "burls" usually are covered by bark, and most form unde
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: 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: Is there a secret to knife sharpening?(Post)Yes, as a matter of fact, there is: Don't sharpen your knives.Ok, we said that just to get a rise out of you. Put another way: Don't sharpen your knives -- maintain them.If you're playing the game rig
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
What's the best place to buy Fällkniven knives?(Post)Of course, the best place to buy Fällkniven knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We have a wide selection of Fällkniven models in stock, both fixed blades and folders, including special ed
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
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
Knife Photography(Post)Knives are notoriously difficult to photograph. Â The more refined the knife, the more difficult it is to shoot.ESEE Knives are not difficult at all because they have no shiny spots. Â The coating on th
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
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
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
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kalahari Mini-Sportsman - CPM 154 - Black Canvas Micarta - Bloody Basin Spacer - Red Liners - White Frame
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bravo Necker 2 - CPM-S45VN - Black Canvas Micarta - Bloody Basin Spacer - Red Liners - White Frames
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Adventurer - CPM 3V - Navy & Denim Micarta Burlap - Black Burlap Micarta Spacer - Green Liners - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kalahari Mini-Sportsman - CPM 154 - Red & Black Suretouch - Matte - Black G-10 Spacer - Red Frames
MSRP: $354.95Our Price: $266.20 -
Chris Reeve Knives
Chris Reeve Knives: MIM Pocket Clip - 6Al4V Titanium - Sandblasted
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Auxiliary Manufacturing
Auxiliary Manufacturing: Pocket Bowie - Textured Black G10 - AEB-L
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bravo 1.25 LT - CPM 3V - Hellfire Maple Burl - White & Gold Webbed Spacer - Black Liner - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bravo 1 - CPM CruWear - Rampless - Black Canvas Micarta - Blue G-10 Spacer - Blue Liners - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Bravo 1.25 LT - CPM 3V - Red & White Maple Burl - White Spacer - Thick White Liners - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Purple G-10 - Bloody Basin Spacer - Yellow & Toxic Liners - Mosaic Pins
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Creek II - CPM MagnaCut - Blue Denim Micarta - Dino Bone Spacer - Cherry Red Liners - Hollow Pins
MSRP: $524.95Our Price: $393.70 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Leek - Assisted Opening Flipper - Fighter Pilot Aluminum - 14C28N - 1660FP
MSRP: $124.99Our Price: $79.95 -
Auxiliary Manufacturing
Auxiliary Manufacturing: Pocket Bowie - Black Stingray & Cord Wrap - AEB-L
Our Price: $279.00 -
Chris Reeve Knives
Chris Reeve Knives: MIM Pocket Clip - 6Al4V Titanium - Glass Blasted
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Ultralite Field Knife - CPM 3V - Firedog Canvas Micarta - Resin Ivory Micarta Spacer - Red & White Liners - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $554.95Our Price: $416.20 -
Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 315 Successor - Slipjoint - Crater Blue Aluminum - M390 - Leather Sheath with Clip
Our Price: $250.00 -
Auxiliary Manufacturing
Auxiliary Manufacturing: Pocket Bowie - Blue Stingray & Cord Wrap - AEB-L
Our Price: $289.00 -
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Rivery MFG
Rivery MFG: Zero-G - Manual OTF Utility Knife - Original Pattern - Gray Aluminum
Our Price: $125.00 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 16 Auto - Raw Aluminum - Trac-Tec Handle Insert - CPM-M4 - Gray Cerakote
MSRP: $249.99Our Price: $159.95