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Traditional Knives – Everything You Need To Know

Posted by George Muhlestein on November 30, 2023December 1, 2023, in Uncategorized

Traditional knives are some of the most collectible, interesting, and historically significant knives out there, but they’re in a class of their own. To speak of traditional knives is almost like speaking another language. Here, we’ll teach you how to spot a traditional knife, what goes into a good one, and why one might be... Read More

Best Microtech Knives in 2023

Posted by George Muhlestein on November 16, 2023November 19, 2023, in Uncategorized

Microtech knives are some of the best. I’ve held hundreds of them, and I’d trust my life to any of them. Some of them are so good they’ve transcended our universe and become favorites of superhumans like John Wick, The Joker, and the Men in Black (the good ones). But as nice as that sounds,... Read More

Why Knives Make Great Gifts

Posted by George Muhlestein on November 9, 2023November 9, 2023, in Uncategorized

If you’re gift shopping for a practical person – the kind of person who seeks to have what they need and need what they have – let me save you some time: get him or her a knife. Knives make great gifts. Let me explain. If you google “Gifts for Men,” you’ll be bombarded by... Read More

How to Shop for a Knife Collector

Posted by George Muhlestein on November 2, 2023November 3, 2023, in Uncategorized

READ THIS FIRST If you are a knife collector, Merry Christmas! This article is designed to help someone shopping FOR YOU, not necessarily YOU. Reading any further may spoil your surprise, and Christmas morning might not be as magical for you. If you were the kind of kid who looked under Mom and Dad’s bed... Read More

OTF Knives Buyer’s Guide – How to Choose an OTF Knife

Posted by Jacob Miller on October 27, 2023October 27, 2023, in Knife Knowledge, Learn

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What are OTF Knives? OTF stands for “Out The Front.” OTF automatic knives are knives whose blades fire automatically out the front of the handle via the slide of a switch. In general, when someone is talking about an OTF knife, they’re talking about a double-action OTF automatic knife—the primary topic of this article. But there... Read More

20 Ways to Carry a Fixed Blade Knife

Posted by George Muhlestein on October 19, 2023October 19, 2023, in Knife Knowledge, Style

A long time ago, my friend Trevor wrote a blog post entitled “9 Ways to Carry a Fixed Blade.” It was a great blog post, but in the years since he wrote it, the fixed blade world has become a whole lot bigger. I found eleven more fixed blade carry methods, none of which are... Read More

Leatherman ARC – All Your Questions Answered

Posted by George Muhlestein on October 16, 2023October 17, 2023, in Uncategorized

Due to some rumors, leaks, and other industry shenanigans, there has been a lot of speculation and uncertainty surrounding a fabled new Leatherman, the Leatherman ARC multitool. I don’t remember exactly when I caught wind of it, but I immediately had a ton of questions. Lucky for me, I work for the finest retailer in... Read More

Best Kershaw Knives 2023

Posted by Jacob Miller on October 13, 2023October 24, 2023, in Best of

Kershaw has everything from premium out-the-front (OTF) knives to budget-friendly assisted-opening knives. The breadth of its offerings in price range and style is part of what makes Kershaw excellent—it has something for everyone! If you want a crossbar lock knife, Kershaw has you covered. Looking for a sweet karambit? Look no further. In the market... Read More

The Best Automatic Switchblade Knives of 2023

Posted by George Muhlestein on October 6, 2023October 6, 2023, in Best of

Automatic knives can make life a whole lot easier if you have a good one. They offer all the convenience and ease of carry you get from a folder, but they also bring the benefit of fast, one-hand opening and an extra cool factor that dazzles non-knife enthusiasts. If you’re reading this, I’ll assume you’re... Read More

Best Butterfly Knives

Posted by George Muhlestein on September 29, 2023September 29, 2023, in Best of, Type, Uncategorized

There are a lot of butterfly knives out there. At the time of writing this article, we have over 300 butterfly knives in stock at Blade HQ, and that number is only growing. Finding the right one for you can be a challenge, so we’ve compiled our list of the best butterfly knives for everyone. ... Read More

Blade Coatings Explained

Posted by George Muhlestein on September 22, 2023September 22, 2023, in Uncategorized

I once heard a YouTube reviewer say something to the effect of “I despise blade coatings because they look ugly once they’ve worn in.” I once heard another YouTube reviewer say the exact opposite – “I love blade coatings because they look so rugged and used once they’ve worn in.” What that sounds like to... Read More

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