Knife And Outdoors Magazine
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Every knife enthusiast strives to have the perfect knife – a knife that never rusts or stains and is reliable in every situation. While the “ultimate” knife does not exist, knives made from H1 steel are handy enough for most enthusiasts that carry a knife every day. H1 steel is Japanese-origin precipitation-hardened steel that offers…
Throughout the past few decades, knife makers have used dozens of steel grades and even non-steel materials like granite in manufacturing multipurpose and kitchen knives. However, no material out there has it all; the user still has to compromise on something. To solve this problem, you have to think about which properties matter more to…
For ages, sword manufacturers have tested out dozens of materials in their designs. One popular material that’s still used to this day is EN45 high carbon steel. If you’re a sword enthusiast, you’ve probably come across a sword made of this material at least a few times. Similar to other high-carbon steels, EN45 is hard…
The type of steel such as 4116 Steel used in the blades of a chef knife has a lot to do with selecting the best knife for your needs. It reveals why knife users are continually debating which types of steel is superior. In this case, you’re presumably hoping to learn from an expert how…
The best folding knife should be sturdy, sharp, and easy to carry. It is important that the knife remain opened until the user, himself, closes it, as accidental closing during use can be dangerous.
While by no means a new knife on the market, the Benchmade Griptilian is truly an American classic! It’s such a popular knife that it has been a mainstay of Benchmade for years, and they have lots of versions. Not only that, but there’s a completely separate family of knives at Benchmade called “Mini Griptilian”…
Why the weird face? No reason! Just a snapshot of me in the middle of my overly-descriptive prose while speaking of the re-branding of one of America’s iconic knife brands! Speaking of SOG, let me be the first (hopefully) to let you know of some big news from SOG. In late 2019, SOG began an…
Automatic knives are designed to be easy, convenient, and more than a little badass. These next-level folders and sliders deploy lightning-fast with a single push of a button or switch to reveal glorious blades that have thus far remained hidden. There’s a glut of automatic knives out there. But you wouldn’t know for sure which…
Selecting the best skinning knife for you depends primarily on the type of hunting that you do, and the type of prey you hunt. Likewise, your personal preferences, the handle style, and the size of the best skinning knife, among others, should be considered. This is to make sure that the knife will be comfortable…
The Work Sharp Knife and Tool Sharpener, Ken Onion Edition is an advanced sharpening system that entered the market in 2013. The original system was the first consumer-grade sharpening system featuring flexible belts like those used in the knife making industry. It quickly gained popularity and was an instant success. Three years later, with the…