-
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
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
Knifemaker profile: A visit with Lon Humphrey(Post)When bladesmith Lon Humphrey invited us to visit his shop, he didn't have to ask us twice. We knew his work, of course -- old-school tools, hand-forged and hand-finished -- but we couldn't wa
Interview: Mike Stewart(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: 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
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
3 Things Every Knife Lover Should Do(Post)3 Things Every Knife Lover Should Do We love knives. You love knives. We use our knives, we talk about them, photograph them, buy and sell and trade our knives. Whether knives are simply a hobb
​Essential skills: "Poor Man's Fatwood"(Post)Essential skills: "Poor Man's Fatwood" On KnivesShipFree.com we've devoted an entire section to "fire making," and for good reason -- it's one of those skills that everyone should learn and pract
Great Eastern Cutlery #72 Cody Scout(Post)We're going to be honest with you here -- we just can't be dispassionate about Great Eastern's two-blade Cody Scout, so we're not even going to pretend. We love this knife. If we didn't appreciat
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different handle materials?(Post)When you're considering a particular knife, you look for quality. And while the blade is by far the most important component, the handle deserves attention as well. If the handle is defective, ch
How to turn your ESEE knife into a firesteel striker(Post)A firesteel requires a sharp striker. It's possible to use your knife’s sharpened edge to get sparks flying, of course, but doing that even a few times creates a dull spot you’ll have to touch up late
Knife Knowledge(Page) FAQ Is there really a difference between a $20 knife and a $200 knife?(Post)In a word, "Yes."Â As with most things in life, you get what you pay for, and knives are no different.So what do you get when you spend more on a knife?You get better engineering and design. You get be
Shopping on the Internet...(Post)...doesn't mean that you have to lose the intimate experience of your local store. At KnivesShipFree we're your neighborhood store, everywhere! Here's what one customer said about our little cor
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
​Lessons from George and Horace: The Sheath Knife(Post)As we said in our last post, we can learn much from the "trio" of woodcraft tools carried by George Washington Sears (a.k.a. "Nessmuk") and Horace Kephart. Most of us, however, are more familiar wi
Carpe Gladium(Post)It's now or never: Carpe Gladium* We have a prediction. We predict that you're going to read this post and surmise that it's some sort of sneaky sales pitch, nothing but
FAQ: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a flat grind?(Post)What it is: A flat grind is a single, symmetric V-bevel -- the blade tapers from a particular height on the blade and ends at the cutting edge. A flat grind that begins at the blade's spine is call
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
-
Kershaw Knives
Kershaw Knives: Launch Iridium - Black Anodized Aluminum - CPM MagnaCut - 7038
MSRP: $279.99Our Price: $179.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Adventurer - CPM 3V - Burgundy Canvas Micarta - Black Liners
MSRP: $339.95Our Price: $254.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Adventurer - CPM 3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Malachite Spacer
MSRP: $424.95Our Price: $318.70 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Adventurer - CPM 3V - Black Canvas Micarta - Red Liners
MSRP: $319.95Our Price: $239.95 -
-
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kalahari Mini-Sportsman - CPM 154 - Black Canvas Micarta
MSRP: $259.95Our Price: $194.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Mini Kalahari Sportsman - CPM-154 - Black Carbon Fiber
MSRP: $359.95Our Price: $269.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Carver - MagnaCut - Black & Green Linen Micarta - Matte
MSRP: $269.95Our Price: $202.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Carver - MagnaCut - Black Canvas Micarta - Brass Pins
MSRP: $269.95Our Price: $202.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Adventurer - CPM 3V - Red & Black Suretouch - Matte - Red Liners - Black Pins
MSRP: $379.95Our Price: $284.95 -
Battle Horse Knives
Battle Horse Knives: Welsh - O1 Tool Steel - Saber Grind - Black Micarta
Our Price: $205.00 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Lionhound - CPM 4V - Black Canvas Micarta - Brass Pins
MSRP: $419.95Our Price: $314.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Lionhound - CPM 4V - Natural Canvas Micarta - Black Liners
MSRP: $429.95Our Price: $322.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kitsune Tanto - CPM 154 - Black Canvas Bolster - Desert Ironwood - Black Liners - Mosaic Pins #2
MSRP: $459.95Our Price: $344.95 -
SRM Knives
SRM Knives: 261M-GB2 Cub - Black G-10 - Ambi-Lock - Laminated 140Cr - Black PVD
MSRP: $74.95Our Price: $64.95 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: 1909 Bowie - Black Canvas Micarta
MSRP: $429.95Our Price: $322.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kitsune Tanto - CPM 154 - Black Canvas Bolster - Forest Green G-10 - Black Liners
MSRP: $369.95Our Price: $277.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Little Carver - MagnaCut - Black SureTouch - Matte - Toxic Liners
MSRP: $309.95Our Price: $232.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Gunny Scandi 3V - Black & Green Maple Burl - Black Liner
MSRP: $429.95Our Price: $322.45 -
Bark River Knives
Bark River Knives: Kitsune Tanto - CPM 154 - Black Canvas Bolster - Black Linen Micarta - Red Liners - Mosaic Pins
MSRP: $419.95Our Price: $314.95