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    FAQ: What knife is best for both everyday carry (EDC) and self-defense?(Post)

    Defending yourself with a knife -- any knife -- is a skill, and it's a lot more difficult than you might think. (More about that below.) What's more, having to use a knife as a weapon is highly unlike

    How to Choose a Knife(Post)

    How to choose a knifeOkay, we know what you're thinking -- "How hard can it be to pick out a knife? For cryin' out loud, do I really need instructions for this?"Truth is, with so many choices avai

    FAQ: Can I exchange my new knife's right-handed sheath for one that's left-handed?(Post)

    Generally speaking, the sheaths that ship with most of the fixed-blade knives we offer are right-handed -- left-handed versions simply aren't available.Bark River is an exception to that rule.The s

    FAQ: Does KnivesShipFree have a Facebook page?(Post)

    We sure do -- the KnivesShipFree Facebook page is where we post our latest news and behind-the-scenes stuff you'll find nowhere else. Plus you'll be able to interact with other knife lovers and,

    FAQ: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?"(Post)

    Question: "There is a limited production knife about to come out, can I reserve one through you?" Limited production knives are always highly desirable to own. It's incredible to see the frenzy a

    3 Bad Things About Giving a Kid a Knife(Post)

    3 Bad Things About Giving a Kid a KnifeBy now you know how we feel about kids and knives -- they belong together. We firmly believe that it's our responsibility as adults to introduce the young peo

    FAQ: Which is better -- a folding knife or a fixed blade?(Post)

    We really can't answer that question -- either one may be right for you, and your choice will depend on a variety of factors. To help you with your decision, we'll give you some food for thought.As wi

    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

    FAQ: What's a better knife for a kid -- traditional or modern?(Post)

    Your kid wants to be just like you. Take a look at your own knives and the things that thrill you, and get your kid something similar. Get ready to be greeted by a big smile.For more information, visi

    What's Happening at Bark River 10/30/15(Post)

    In this video, Jim Stewart of Bark River Knives takes us around to show us the progress on the new Bark River Bravo EDC. The Bravo EDC has been a very popular knife for Bark River, but now it is

    FAQ: Shouldn't I be worried that my kids will cut themselves?(Post)

    They will. You can’t make knives completely safe. They're sharp and pointy. I still cut myself from time to time.Teach kids the principles of safe knife handling—and then be ready with Band-Aids.For m

    Interview: Andy Roy(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

    ​8 Steps to Choosing the Right Knife(Post)

    1. Determine how you'll use your knife. When you reach for your knife, you want to have "the right tool for the job." Consider the tasks that'd go better if you had the right knife, and be

    FAQ: I'm new to kitchen cutlery -- where should I start?(Post)

    We suggest what most experts in kitchen cutlery recommend -- everyone needs three basic kitchen knives:Chef's knife: This will be the most important knife in your kitchen. Start with a European-style

    What's Happening at Bark River 10/21/15 Transcript(Post)

    Check out the great selection of Aurora LT in CPM3VThursday, November 22 Bark River knives is doing a run of Black Jack 125s. Every single knife gets a stack of laser cut spacers in the front and bac

    This week at Bark River: September 17, 2015(Post)

    It's a real treat for us to be so close to Bark River Knives now, and we're making good on our promise to give you a regular look inside the operation.Jim Stewart, Bark River's production manager, beg

    FAQ: Why isn't my new knife perfect?(Post)

    Wait a minute -- don't mistake perfection for quality.Some of the knives we offer are, for the most part, made by machines. A great many, however, are made by human hands or, at the very least, assemb

    FAQ: How to choose a knife to carry every day(Post)

    For most of us, carrying a knife every day is the most natural thing in the world. We've been doing it since we were kids, and we really don't give it much thought -- it's just what we do. Stil

    FAQ: Why does KnivesShipFree charge a restocking fee?(Post)

    I hate restocking fees.I hate them as a consumer, and I hate them as a merchant.Because I don't like charging anyone a restocking fee, KnivesShipFree has an excellent return policy. If you don't like

    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.