Headquarters: Colorado, USA
Spyderco knivespyderco knives is based in Golden, Colorado and has been producing knives since the late-seventies. Their focus is on quality and innovative design – they have been responsible for the introduction of many features found on many pocket knives today such as the pocket clip, serrated blade portions and the hole used for opening.
Knife Sharpening Stones
Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation.In our guide on how to sharpen a pocket knife we discussed the need for knife sharpening stones and lubricant. Here we have listed some […]
How to Sharpen a Pocket Knife
At KnifeInformer.com we know that owning a knife with a dull blade is like a having a gun without bullets! Thankfully, today’s high-tech knives made from high-end stainless steels are typically insanely sharp right out of the box. Many will hold their edge for years to come but this is obviously a function of how the knife is being used and how much abuse it has been subject to.
Kershaw Knives
Headquarters: Oregon, USA
Kershaw is owned by the KAI Group which also includes the Zero Tolerance and Shun Cutlery brands. Like many other knife manufacturers their primary production facilities are based in Oregon, USA due to the state’s relatively relaxed knife laws. Kershaw produces a broad range of knives ranging from sporting, professional, pocket and kitchen knives.
Boker Plus Titan Review
Price: About $40
The Good: Good value for money for titanium, solid feel.
The Bad: Somewhat soft steel will need regular sharpening
Bottom Line: A decent budget knife from Boker that looks sleek and stylish
Choosing the Best Swiss Army Knife
Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Swiss Army knives have been around for well over a century and it seems most of us have owned at least one one at […]
Pocket Knife Comparison Chart
Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation.Use our interactive pocket knife chart to compare price range, dimensions, weight and blade material of today’s most popular production folding knives. The two places I […]
Boker Knives
Headquarters: Solingen, Germany
Boker knives, otherwise known as the “Tree Brand”, are well known for their high levels of precision, leading-edge design and use of top quality materials. They are based in Germany and have been manufacturing knives for well over 100 years. Most of their knife production is done in Solingen Germany (a famous knife making city) but certain models will be sourced from other countries…
Benchmade Knives
Headquarters: Oregon, USA
Oregon based Benchmade Knives is one of the top knife producers in the United States that has been producing knives for over 20 years. Founder Les de Asis and his team of employees are passionate about manufacturing knives of a high quality and today their factory is one of the best in the business. They claim the 3 M’s set them apart from the rest: Materials, Mechanisms and Manufacturing.
Guide to the Best Knife Steel
In choosing the best pocket knife you should pay particular attention to the type of steel used in the blade. Steel is really the essence of the blade and primarily responsible for how the knife performs. Steel is essentially an alloy (i.e. a mix) of carbon and iron that is often enriched with other elements to improve certain characteristics depending on the desired application.
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