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​Lessons from George and Horace: The Woodcraft Trio(Post)
We love hearing from our friends and customers, of course. Some days, though, it feels to us like everyone is looking for The Knife, that one do-it-all blade that can take on everything from kit
​Special delivery: The Bark River Springbok(Post)The best reason to own a particular knife, as far as we're concerned, is because it works. It doesn't need to be pretty, and it doesn't need to be rare or collectible -- it simply needs to perform.Onc
What Factors Should I Consider When Choosing a Survival Knife?(Post)The one thing that we are sure of is that in today's uncertain times, owning a survival knife is more important than it ever was in the past. With everything from unemployment hikes to the impending
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: My sheath has a firesteel loop -- what size firesteel will fit?(Post)The loop on sheaths from Bark River Knives, as well as the loops found on KSF Leather sheaths, will accommodate a 3/8" firesteel. These firesteels will fit: KnivesShipFree Custom Firesteels K
Interview: Chris Reeve(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 b
FAQ: What's the best knife for a Boy Scout?(Post)We find this question interesting, especially since the Boy Scouts of America offers almost three dozen "official" Scout knives.Perhaps you're asking because you want your Scout to have something o
What's Happening at Bark River 11/19/15 Transcript(Post)Thursday 11/19 A lot of stuff coming up. From a couple of weeks ago we have the 1909 Michigan Bowies. They are a recreation of Marble’s Trailmaker The Michigan Bowie is a recreation of a M
Interview: Mike Malosh(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: Where can I find a directory of knife manufacturers' websites?(Post)Many bladesmiths, knifemakers and knife manufacturers publish more information on their own websites than we ever could include here on KnivesShipFree. That kind of information can be helpful
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
Knife Sharpening(Page)Whether you're a veteran knife nut or you just received your very first knife, we believe you should sharpen your own knives. Sure, it might seem easier to hand your blade to a sharpening service or...
3 Things We Wish Non-Knife People Knew(Post)3 Things We Wish Non-Knife People Knew Much as we hate to admit it, we really do separate the people in this world into two groups: Those who "get" knives, and those who don't. Here are
FAQ: Can I sharpen a V-bevel knife on a leather hone or strop?(Post)Yes!We use a leather hone to maintain all types of knives. Whether the grind is convex, hollow, flat or Scandi, a leather hone will maintain the edge beautifully.The leather "gives," conforming to the
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: Which is better -- a plain edge or a serrated edge?(Post)Fortunately, there's an easy answer to this question:Â It depends. There are lots of opinions on this subject, so it depends on whom you ask. The answer also varies depending on what a knife is
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
How-To: Tying the Chris Reeve 'Coil Knot'(Post)Tying the Chris Reeve 'Coil Knot' The iconic fob attached to Chris Reeve knives, known as a "coil knot," can be handy on other knives as well. It's easy to tie, too -- here are step-by-step in
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a chisel grind?(Post)What it is: A chisel grind essentially is a V-bevel, except that only one side of the blade is sharpened while the other side remains straight (like a wood chisel). What it's good for: Woodwor
3 Things You Should Never Do With Your Knife(Post)3 Things You Should Never Do With Your Knife Knife people are smart folks, but hey, we all do stupid stuff every now and then. Here are three dumb things you should avoid doing with your kn
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