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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 ourĀ Knife Sharpening page
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: 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
FAQ: What's the strongest lock on a folding knife?(Post)Our answer to that question depends on why you're asking. For example, if you're looking for a folding knife with a lock that makes it the equivalent of a fixed blade, the answer is simple:
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 onĀ KnivesShipFree. That kind of information can be helpful
How-To: Knife tips & tricks(Post)Knife tips & tricks Remove rust the write way: If you're having trouble getting rust out of the nooks and crannies of your knife, you can "scribble" it away with the point of a lead (graphite) p
3 Knife-Safety Rules for Kids(Post)3 Knife-Safety Rules for Kids Kids and knives are a great combination, bringing as much enjoyment to the adults in their lives as to the kids themselves. To help make the experience safer, howeve
In praise of the 'gentleman's knife'(Post)Once upon a time, every gentleman carried a pocketknife -- everywhere he went, every single day. He didn't have one knife for the office, another for household chores and another for Sunday
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
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? Hereās a product from Bark River Kn
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
āSpecial 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
Carpe Gladium(Post)It's now or never: Carpe Gladium* We have a prediction. WeĀ predict that you're going to read this post and surmise that it's some sort of sneaky sales pitch, nothing but
New Benchmade 484 - Nakamura(Post)The newĀ Benchmade 484 Nakamura didn't impress me when I saw the initial photos. Ā In fact, I didn't even order very many.Ā When I went to SHOT, however, they put it in my hand and everything changed. Ā P
How-To: Tying the Chris Reeve 'Coil Knot'(Post)Tying the Chris Reeve 'Coil Knot' The iconicĀ fob attached toĀ 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
Spyderco Chicago(Post)In some U.S. cities, as well as in many other countries, there are laws prohibiting the carry of knives with blades longer than two inches.Yes, it's silly. It's also a fact of modern life.One company
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
Interview: Jeff Randall(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
Thoughts on the First Great Eastern Pocket Knife(Post)We just received this email from a customer. Ā I love hearing this stuff! Ā Great Eastern Cutlery makes fantastic knives.Hello from Southern Ontario Canada,Iāve just recently purchased my firstĀ Great Ea
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
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Chris Reeve Knives
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Bark River Knives
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Lon Humphrey Custom Knives
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Lon Humphrey Custom Knives
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ESEE Knives
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ESEE Knives: ESEE-RB3-BO - Camp Lore RB3 - Black Oxide Finish
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ESEE Knives
ESEE Knives: ESEE-5P-VG-E - Venom Green Blade - Orange Micarta Handle
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Lon Humphrey Custom Knives
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Arno Bernard Knives
Arno Bernard Knives: Pro Hunter Series - Eland - Wild Olive - 63006
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Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Lionhound - CPM 4V - Natural Canvas Micarta
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Kershaw Knives
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Lon Humphrey Custom Knives
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