In the vast universe of bladed tools and weapons, there are numerous categories, types, and designs that often overlap and intertwine. Among them, two items often interchanged and occasionally misunderstood are knives and daggers. Both have been integral in human history for a variety of uses, including but not limited to hunting, preparing food, and …
When thinking of Italy, pizza and pasta may come to mind, but there’s another item to add to the list: Italian stilettos and switchblades. These two knives have a controversial history, having been linked to World Wars, and are currently restricted in many regions. However, their craftsmanship is impressive, and they have unique properties and …
At A GlanceCPM 154, known for its high wear resistance, toughness, and excellent corrosion resistance, proves to be slightly harder to sharpen due to its hardness, leading to superior edge retention. On the other hand, CPM 20CV is a high-carbon stainless steel, boasting hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, while being easier to maintain and …
I’m a sucker for new and unusual knives. Consequently, I spend a lot of time wandering around knife stores lusting over blades that I can’t afford. Now imagine my surprise when I found a brand new Spyderco knife at my local knife shop for under $20. Sounds too good to be true? Well, maybe I …
Since its invention by Stephanie Kwolek at DuPont in the 60s, Kevlar has taken the tactical world by storm. Because it can provide a high level of protection for its (relatively light) weight it has become the go-to for militaries, law enforcement agencies, and backyard weirdos. With its excellent track record against violent crimes worldwide …
There aren’t many things more exhilarating in the world of knife collecting than finding a high-quality knife from a brand you’ve never heard of. This happened to me recently as I found a locked-up pocket knife in my 98-year-old grandpa’s basement. I was convinced that it was a 1930s Case XX with stag handles so …
Every kid has someone they want to impress and, for me, it was my uncle. He was old and crusty but he was also loud and opinionated so everyone wanted him to approve of what they were doing. It was just easier. So when I got my first pocket knife, he was one of the …
One of my best memories as a kid is visiting family in Idaho every holiday. I’m sure the food was great, but the most exciting thing we did was look for obsidian pieces and arrowheads. There was a site on my family’s land where we found dozens of 200+-year-old arrowheads that were still sharp enough …
If you’re anything like me, you go out and buy every new type of knife you hear about. At least you do if your wife isn’t watching the bank account too closely. So imagine my excitement when I heard of an “eskimo knife” called an Ulu that, apparently, was a must-have for my kitchen. So …
Knives are considered a man’s (or woman’s) best friend. Why? They are versatile and come in handy for a variety of conditions. Knives are useful for hunting, hiking, camping, and self-defense. Whether you’re buying your knife for self-defense, combat purposes, or to be used as a weapon against wild animals when you go hiking in …