Maintaining the sharpness and longevity of your blades requires a dedicated maintenance routine. From choosing between sharpening stones and systems to understanding the nuances of pocket blade upkeep, proper attention ensures your tools remain functional and safe. Regular cleaning and oiling of moving parts, especially for folders, will prevent wear and keep mechanisms smooth. Prioritizing these habits transforms a simple tool into a reliable companion for daily tasks or outdoor adventures.
Building a diverse assortment of blades can be a rewarding journey for any enthusiast. Whether you are interested in practical everyday carry options or unique pieces like butterfly knives, expanding your selection adds depth and versatility. Incorporating effective knife care & collection strategies allows you to preserve the value and performance of each piece. By focusing on both acquisition and preservation, you ensure that every item in your possession remains in peak condition for years to come.
Some Swiss Army Knife tools have upwards of 30 tools or attachments, making them exceptionally versatile pieces of equipment. There’s a reason that “Swiss Army Knife” has become a metonym for a thing
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One of the most important decisions you will make when you buy a folding knife for EDC is what type of lock type you want to get.
There are plenty of knife lock types on the market, and we do
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Spyderco is one of those brands that everyone knows, whether they like it or not. The use of “spyderholes” (used for blade deployment, but a calling card of the brand) and the typical humpbacked desig
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Despite what you may have read somewhere at some point or other, there is much more - so much more - to steel than “carbon steel” and “stainless steel.” All steel has carbon anyway, so it goes much de
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For those of us that preach the EDC gospel, a folding pocket knife is a literal lifeline. When you start carrying one, you just can’t go back. Leaving home without your EDC folder makes you feel quite
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