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We all know that a person needs a knife on them at all times. In the past, options rested with either a fixed blade in a belt sheath, a folding knife in a belt pouch or pocket, or—in the rare instance that it was more convenient—a boot knife. RELATED STORY: Blades of Glory: 8 Fixed Blades […]
FirstEdge’s Elite Field Knife was designed and built in partnership with U.S. Special Forces to produce a high quality all-purpose Knife and Sheath. The Elite Field Knife is constructed of high grade ELMAX™ Steel with course textured G-10 handles. The Patent Pending Kydex Tri-Composite Sheath is able to be disassembled for cleaning and was built […]
Apostasy (Apostate): a form of blasphemy. In Islam, an Apostate is one who leaves or turns his or her back on Islam (or says bad things about it). The title of Apostate can also be applied to non-believers. Islamic activists have demanded punishments ranging from prison sentences to death for both apostasy and blasphemy—sentences that […]
In London’s Westminster Abby there is St. George’s Chapel, where on one of the chapel’s walls hangs the Commando Association Battle Honors flag that lists where the Commandos fought and died during World War II from 1940 to 1945. Under the word COMMANDO in gold letters is a stylized portrayal of a singular knife – […]
I expect a knife of this price range to be dependable and perform when I need them to (within reason). There should be no durability issues. The fit and finish should also be top-notch along with the material selection. I don’t expect perfection, but it better be pretty darn close. A high-end carry knife is not […]
Having a decent fixed blade knife is a must for outdoor, survival, and life skills. I’ve always got a folding knife in my pocket and have (within the past year) started carrying a fixed blade on a more regular basis. Some may think that’s overkill, but I believe the simplicity and reliability of a fixed […]
Emerson Knives has released a new signature series knife known as the Apache. Why the name Apache? The name of this blade is based on the Apache Indian Tribes. The Apache Indians were one of the more popular tribes in America. They were known as a commanding tribe with fierce warriors who showed no fear. […]
When you think of concealed carry, typically you think a handgun, but not every concealed carry weapon is a handgun. Depending on your local laws or the lack of a concealed carry permit, your preferred weapon may be a blade. Most blades that I carry (and a lot of people carry) are your standard folders with […]
Ever wonder what makes certain steel or blades of a knife better than the another? See the science behind some of the best cutting tools in the industry.
The Mora Companion is a good-quality, lightweight ‘beater’ knife with a Scandi grind and steel hardened to HRC 58-60. Find out if this budget knife is worth the purchase.
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