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There’s nothing worse than pulling out your favorite blade and seeing the dreaded orange tint of rust creeping across the steel. Whether you're a collector, an outdoorsman, or just someone who appreciates a good ed … read more

When it comes to knives, one of the most important things to consider for performance is the blade grind. When we talk about grind, we are referring to the shape and angle at which the edge of the blade is formed. The gr … read more

This guide was not complied by me. This is from All About Pocket KnivesTang Shown: 3 Line Arch StampTime Estimate: Early 1900's; roughly 1902-1915Tang Shown: 4 Line Stamp (Also Shown Lower on This Page) First 3 Line … read more

Here’s the thing, in the world that we are living in today, women are more independent than ever before. Many of us, myself included, work outside of the home. In a day and age where our independence is supported and ou … read more

Counterfeit knives are an increasing problem in our world. Fortunately, there are a few resources to help authenticate true knives.American Knife and Tool Institute has developed a program to help fight against the count … read more

Most knife enthusiasts never leave home without a knife in your possession. While our knives are important to us, we need to be cautious of our knives when we travel. It’s a bit of a tricky subject, however. There is no … read more

Damascus steel is sought after for many reasons. Its history is intriguing, and its looks are majestic. Damascus steel isn’t just beautiful though- it can be high performance as well. Knives that feature Damascus blades … read more

Perhaps the most famous American-made blade is the bowie knife. This symbol of the American frontier has historical ties to the old west and modern fixtures in hunting. It’s no wonder it’s been a favorite among outdoo … read more

In our first installment, we discussed how to recognize a quality kitchen knife based on factors like weight, size, handles, and balance. However, we didn’t compare the composition of a knife. Stainless steel has b … read more