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How To Close A Pocket Knife Securely

Last updated on May 15, 2019 By Shawn Hansen Leave a Comment

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Closing a pocket knife may sound like a very easy and straightforward task, but unless it is done correctly—every time you use it—you can get seriously injured by the blade or locking mechanism. A pocket knife—or folding knife—should be closed in a particular way based on the type of knife. Moreover, due to its shape—both the size of the handle and the blade—there is always … [Read more...] about How To Close A Pocket Knife Securely

Types of Pocket Knives

Last updated on May 15, 2019 By Shawn Hansen Leave a Comment

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If you are in the market for a pocket knife, there are actually dozens of styles to choose from, all of which fit into one of two general categories: the slip joint pocket knife and the locking blade pocket knife. In this article we will discuss the various types of pocket knives currently available for purchase, and provide a brief description of each type of knife. We will … [Read more...] about Types of Pocket Knives

How To Sharpen A Pocket Knife The Right Way

Last updated on May 15, 2019 By Shawn Hansen Leave a Comment

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Pocket knives can be very handy tools, used for cutting projects, fishing, hunting, crafts and even self-defense. However, a pocket knife is only as good as its sharpness. Without a very sharp edge, pocket knives are nowhere near as effective as they should be, and they tend to require much more force and effort to use. This can be very frustrating to say the … [Read more...] about How To Sharpen A Pocket Knife The Right Way

Types of Combat & Technical Knives

Last updated on May 15, 2019 By Shawn Hansen Leave a Comment

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The term “combat knife,” which is also known as a tactical knife and, in some cases, a fighting knife was one that historically referred to those knives issued to military personnel only. And while that still holds true to some degree, the truth is that many non-military personnel—average citizens—now own these types of knives in their personal collections, and some even use … [Read more...] about Types of Combat & Technical Knives

Types of Fixed Blade Knives

Last updated on January 9, 2019 By Shawn Hansen Leave a Comment

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There are many types of fixed blade knives on the market—non-foldable knives that come in many different styles, shapes and lengths. In the following article we will introduce you to a wealth of different fixed blade knife types and describe the various characteristics associated with each. The Different Types of Fixed Blade Knives Fixed blade (non-folding) knives are … [Read more...] about Types of Fixed Blade Knives

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