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    FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a hollow grind?(Post)

    What it is: A hollow grind features symmetric, concave surfaces ending in a thin, extremely sharp edge. A hollow grind doesn't produce a very strong edge, and therefore generally isn't suitable

    What's the best place to buy Scagel-style knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy  Scagel-style knives is KnivesShipFree, and here's why: We stock an unmatched selection of Scagel-style knives, including the authorized Scagel brand as well as Scage

    This week at Bark River: October 13, 2015 [TRANSCRIPT](Post)

    October 13, 2015 -- [RUSH TRANSCRIPT. COPY MAY NOT BE FINAL AND MAY BE UPDATED.] JIM STEWART, BARK RIVER KNIVES: Hello, everybody. I am Jim Stewart from Bark River Knives, and we're going to do

    FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a double-bevel (compound) grind?(Post)

    What it is: A double-bevel grind, also known as a "compound grind," can, in overall profile, incorporate virtually any other grind -- flat, hollow, convex -- with the addition of a secondary V-beve

    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

    Bark River Knives: Bushcrafter(Post)

    We asked Mike Stewart about the Bark River Knives Bushcrafter, and this is what he said.The Bushcrafter was designed to be a dedicated task knife. It was designed for bushcraft, or wilderness living.

    FAQ: "Are Chris Reeve Knives worth the Money?"(Post)

    Question: "Are Chris Reeve Knives worth the Money?" As a daily carrier of a Chris Reeve Mnandi, I may be slightly biased, so bear with me. Now, depending on your budget, Chris Reeve Knives ar

    3 Kitchen Knives Everyone Should Own(Post)

    3 Kitchen Knives Everyone Should Own Like most experts in kitchen cutlery, we believe that everyone needs three basic kitchen knives. 1. Chef's knife. This is the most important knife in

    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

    Review of Bark River Knives: Bird and Trout(Post)

    I won’t carry any knife that doesn’t earn its keep. I think I’ve discovered a new favorite in the Bark River Bird and Trout Knife.by Leon Pantenburg of SurvivalCommonSenseIn Central Oregon, a “Cast an

    FAQ: Are custom knives worth the money?(Post)

    For us, the answer is an enthusiastic yes -- but that's us. You'll have to answer that question for yourself.A high-quality custom knife is crafted by someone who knows knives. Not only does the maker

    FAQ: Why should I learn to sharpen my own knives?(Post)

    Before we answer that question, let's start with why it's important to have a knife that's actually sharp.Obviously, a sharp knife is better at doing what it's designed to do -- cut. It's more efficie

    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

    Bark River Knives: Gameskeeper 2(Post)

    We asked Mike Stewart about the Gameskeeper 2 and this is what he said,The Bark River Knives: Gameskeeper 2 is the same as the Gameskeeper except it has a longer blade. There are no other changes to

    This week at Bark River: October 13, 2015(Post)

    Today our friend Jim Stewart took a break from his duties as Bark River Knives' production chief to give us an up-close look at the soon-to-be-released competition knife.Jim confides that this limited

    2015 Stocking Stuffers(Post)

    Hey everyone, thanks for checking out our deals on stocking stuffers. There are some great deals here.  Note:  All deals end on Christmas Eve. I made a video to explain them all. Here they ar

    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

    ​What's the best place to buy Benchmade Knives?(Post)

    The best place to buy a Benchmade knife is KnivesShipFree, of course. Here's why: We have a complete selection of Benchmade models, including special editions. Because we ship free, o

    3 Things You Need to Know About Batoning(Post)

    3 Things You Need to Know About Batoning Batoning -- a technique used to process wood for fire and other bushcraft purposes -- involves splitting relatively small-diameter pieces of wood by resti

    3 Great Knives for a Boy Scout(Post)

    3 Great Knives for a Boy Scout The Boy Scouts of America offers almost three dozen Scout knives, so there's no shortage of "official" options. Still, perhaps you want your Scout to have something