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Custom Machete Knives and Sheaths Guide

Posted on January 5, 2021May 19, 2021 by Jeffrey

Let’s be honest, when you buy a mass produced machete, it will not meet all your needs if you are an expert user. There is just something awkward about a mass produced machete that doesn’t fit your liking. This article will talk about how you can customize cheap $20 machetes and turn them into amazing…

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The Best Kukri Machete Knife

Posted on January 5, 2021July 29, 2021 by Jeffrey

Are you looking for a good machete knife? A machete is a long cutting tool that is used around the world for cutting vegetation, cutting trees, and camping. However, some machetes are too long to be legal in certain states or are too long for general use. That is why you need a machete that…

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The Best Tactical Tomahawk Axe

Posted on April 4, 2020April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

What is a tactical tomahawk axe?  Well, it’s actually many things!  It is an axe used by soldiers in the field for breaching. It can also be used by a hobbyist to clear tree limbs, cut wood, and throwing. It is also a great survival tool for the coming Zombie Apocalypse. It really is a must-have…

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Buck 285 Bantam BLW Mossy Oak Pink Camo Pocket Knife

Posted on February 24, 2020July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

WHY PINK? [dropcap]S[/dropcap]o glad you asked!  I’ve asked myself that question a number of times as I noticed more and more excellent PINK knives from America’s top companies like Spyderco, Ontario Knife Co., Buck, Kershaw, etc.  What’s the deal?  I asked that question to Ontario Knife’s marketing director Matt recently, and the answer was something…

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Review: Zero Tolerance 0566BW Hinderer Folder BlackWash Knife with SpeedSafe

Posted on February 20, 2020April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

Zero Tolerance is a name that for those in the know, has a ring of ultra-high quality that is surely second to no other.  If you check out their website, you’ll see that most knives settle in around the $275 – $300 range!  That’s some major coin!  Why the fuss?  Well, there’s a reason!  Let’s…

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The 5 Best Bowie Knives

Posted on February 18, 2020July 29, 2021 by Jeffrey

Quick Intro Are you looking for a great Bowie Knife? A Bowie knife is a knife that is longer than 6 inches with a sharp, wide blade. It was designed by Col. James Bowie to be a portable fighting knife. It should be longer and heavier than a dagger but shorter than a saber. Historians…

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3 Best Ice Tempered Scissors

Posted on February 6, 2020April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

Ice scissors are the best type of shears to cut with. Some skeptics do not believe that ice tempering steel produces a better blade but, as we will show you, they are dead wrong. The best shears are always ice tempered to ensure that the blade stays sharp for the longest time possible. Tempering gives…

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Benchmade 496 Vector Review

Posted on February 2, 2020July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

Benchmade 496 Vector – Assisted Opening EDC Knife Anyone that is a military member or veteran, outdoorsman, first responder, or knife collector will tell you that Benchmade makes some of the very best knives in the world. Known for their precision craftsmanship, attention to detail, and their use of only the best materials, Benchmade sets the…

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What is the Best Parang Machete?

Posted on January 2, 2020April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

A parang machete is a machete from Malaysia and Indonesia. The jungles of Malaysia and Indonesia there are filled with woody vegetation and a Latin or kukri machete will simply not do well–they can’t handle wood very well. The Parang was designed specifically to handle thick woods. The Parang is a modern version of the traditional jungle…

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Non-Lethal Self Defense Options

Posted on December 5, 2019April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

Unfortunately, the world can be a dangerous place at times and it’s best to be prepared to handle unexpected situations instead of being a victim of an attack. You are not always equipped with a gun or knife when a situation could turn dangerous, so therefore it is good to know your plans for self-defense…

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