If you are a knife enthusiast looking for an easy to maintain, cost-effective, and durable steel at an affordable price, you will be pleasantly surprised by the performance of 8cr13mov steel. Despite...

The wakizashi is a Japanese short-sword and relative of the infamous katana. While not as well-known as the katana, the wakizashi is a blade rich in history and was only wielded alongside the katana...

Every collector needs two things: Knives and whetstones. Knives we all know, obsess over and adore. Whetstones, on the other hand, remain a mystery to a large chunk of newcomers. Yes, they keep...

Japanese swords were the privilege of only the most skilled and honoured Japanese warriors. Not everyone had the chance to handle a samurai sword. Those who did were honourable personalities with...

When I first got into knives, I paid very little attention to the steel. I knew the difference between carbon steel and stainless steel. But that’s as far as my knowledge goes. To me, there were...

A Rostfrei knife is a type of German knife that literally means ‘rust-free’. It is not a knife brand but instead refers to a German knife made with stainless steel. Most of these knives are made...

The Khyber knife comes from Persia. It is commonly known as the Afghani-bladed sword. This because it was designed to be the national sword of tribes that lived around the Khyber Pass, which lies...

A clinch pick knife is a very specific self-defense tool, made by users instead of tactical knife makers. It is a newer design, made in the early 2000’s and improved over the years since...

Wood is possibly the most common material used for tool handles, but in order to be used properly, it has to be stabilized. Since wood is an organic material, it is sensitive to moisture and...

One of the most recent inventions in the kitchen is the ceramic knife and they have their own unique traits. Whether you want to know what they are, how they compare to normal steel, sharpening,...