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KnivesShipFree FAQ(Page)
This is the place to find answers to all of your knife-related questions. We add to this page periodically, by the way, and you can help -- if you have a question that isn't listed here, send it to...
3 Great Things About Benchmade's AXIS Mechanism(Post)3 Great Things About Benchmade's AXIS Mechanism The patented AXIS lock from Benchmade is definitely one of our favorite mechanisms. Once engaged, the tang wedges surely between a a big stop pi
3 Ways to Bring an Old Pocketknife Back to Life(Post)3 Ways to Bring an Old Pocketknife Back to Life Sometimes we love a pocketknife so much that we neglect it -- seriously, a knife can become such a natural part of our day-to-day life that we forg
KnivesShipFree Review(Post)We get emails from customers all the time telling us about their experience with KnivesShipFree. This one recently came across my desk and it really struck a chord with me. This captures what I w
FAQ: Is it ok to clean my hunting knife in a dishwasher?(Post)NO. Knifemakers cringe when someone asks this question. Think about it -- your home dishwasher uses heat, pressure and semi-caustic chemicals to take the food off of your dishes -- none of that
Bark River Knives: Canadian Special(Post)We asked Mike Stewart at Bark River Knife and Tool about the Canadian Special--this is what he said.The Bark River Knives, Canadian Special is Mike Stewart’s personal favorite of all of the hunting kn
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
Bark River Knives Bravo Necker(Post)The Bark River Knives Bravo Necker I and II are identical except for the blade length. They are made from CPM 3v so you can use them hard if you want. The steel is incredible in toughness. They wer
FAQ: Is it ok to clean my kitchen knives in a dishwasher?(Post)NO. Your dishwasher uses very high heat and nasty chemicals to get the food off of your dishes -- and none of that is good for your fine knife. What's more, imagine all of those chunks of food ag
How-To: Adjusting the pivot on a folding knife(Post)Adjusting the pivot on a folding knife On many modern folding knives (like those produced by Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Kershaw and others) you'll find an adjustable pivot. You can loosen or t
What's the best place to buy Murray Carter custom knives?(Post)That's an easy question to answer -- the best place to buy Murray Carter's custom knives is KnivesShipFree. Here's why: We stock a great selection of Murray Carter's handmade knives, in a
Bark River Knives: Highland Special(Post)We asked Mike Stewart of Bark River Knives to tell us about the Bark River Highland Special.The Highland Special is a scaled down version of the Fox River. It was made before the Fox River, but with
3 Wintertime Knife Tips(Post)3 Wintertime Knife Tips As we settle into our new Escanaba digs after the move from Oregon, we're watching the leaves turn and feeling a bit of a chill in the air. Both are reminders that the tra
FAQ: My knife has a V-bevel -- what are my sharpening options?(Post)Generally speaking, there are two types of sharpening systems for V-bevel edges: freehand and guided. We'll take a look at each here, with some examples.Freehand sharpeningFreehand sharpening is the t
FAQ: What's a 'coffin' handle?(Post)A "coffin" handle is a traditional style of knife handle that resembles, in its shape, a burial coffin.Its distinctive pommel has three sides, or faces. A coffin handle tapers toward its forward end,
How to Choose a Knife for Your Son(Post)Knives for KidsI love it when parents ask me how to choose a good knife for their kids. It is a privilege to be able to help. We are working on creating a resource for parents who want to introduce
What's the best place to buy Arno Bernard Knives?(Post)Naturally, the best place to buy Arno Bernard Knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock a complete selection of Arno Bernard Knives, including limited editions and a wide variety of
FAQ: My folding knife has a pocket clip, but I don't use it -- is it okay to remove it?(Post)Yes. Removing the pocket clip -- like those found on folding knives from Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Spyderco, Kershaw and other makers -- won't affect the function of the knife.You'll need the proper
FAQ: How do I lash a knife to a pole to make a spear? Y'know, for survival...(Post)STOP -- DON'T DO IT. Wherever you heard about this (movies, TV or the Interweb) it's a colossally bad idea. In a survival situation, a knife can be one of your most valuable tools. And if yo
FAQ: What's the purpose of a 'sharpening steel'? How often should I use it?(Post)A "sharpening steel" (more accurately, "honing steel") is used to realign the very fine "micro edge" of a kitchen knife. Gently drawing the blade across the rod at a shallow angle realigns the edge.
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Begg Knives
Begg Knives: Bolo Fixed Blade - AUS-10 Stainless Steel - Black PVD Two-Tone Finish
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Spyderco
Spyderco: Delica 4 Lightweight - Pink Heals Edition - CPM-S30V - Black Blade - C11FPPNS30VBK
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12CA Auto - Mini Stiletto - Gray Aluminum - Blackwash 1.9" Blade - 7130GRYBW
MSRP: $160.00Our Price: $99.31 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12CA Auto - Mini Stiletto - Olive Green Aluminum - 1.9" Blade - 7130OLSW
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mountain Man - 5" Blade - CPM 3V - Yellow Tigertail Maple Burl - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $379.95Our Price: $284.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mountain Man - 5" Blade - CPM 3V - Green Canvas Micarta - Brass Pins
MSRP: $299.95Our Price: $224.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mountain Man - 5" Blade - CPM 3V - Purple & Black Suretouch - Matte - Orange Liner
MSRP: $329.95Our Price: $247.45 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12CA Auto - Mini Stiletto - Blue Aluminum - Black 1.9" Blade - 7130BLUBLK
MSRP: $160.00Our Price: $99.31 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mountain Man - 5" Blade - CPM 3V - Black Carbon Fiber - Blue Liners - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $429.95Our Price: $322.45 -
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Spyderco
Spyderco: Paramilitary 2 - Black Blade - Black G-10 - CPM-S45VN - C81GPBK2
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Livewire Cryo Edition - OTF Auto - Raw Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut- Blue Blade - 9000RAWBLU
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Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 3400BK-1 Autocrat - OD Green G-10 - CPM-S30V - Black Blade - OTF Auto
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch 12 Auto - Mini Stiletto - Blue Aluminum - Black Blade - CPM-154 - 7125BLUBLK
MSRP: $194.99Our Price: $121.03 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Bel Air Aurum - Duralock - KVT Bearings - Raw Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut - Gold Blade - 6105RAWGLD
MSRP: $299.95Our Price: $199.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mountain Man - 5" Blade - CPM 3V - Black G-10 - Orange Liners - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $349.95Our Price: $262.45 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Mini Iridium Fixed Blade - Black Linen Micarta - D2 Tool Steel - Working Finish - 1051
MSRP: $129.99Our Price: $83.57 -
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Livewire Trooper Edition - OTF Auto - White Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut- Black Blade - 9000WBLK
MSRP: $400.00Our Price: $239.95 -
Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 3400BK-2 Autocrat - Coyote Brown G-10 - CPM-S30V - Black Blade - OTF Auto
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Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Livewire Aurum Edition - OTF Auto - Raw Aluminum - CPM-MagnaCut- Gold Blade - 9000RAWGLD
MSRP: $420.00Our Price: $249.95 -
Benchmade Knife Company
Benchmade Knives: 551SBK-S30V Griptilian - Modified Drop Point - Serrated Black Blade - CPM-S30V - AXIS Lock
Our Price: $175.00