Archive for the 'Knives' Category

What You Need to Know when You Buy Knives

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Do you know what are the things you need to think about when you buy knives? What is the specific purpose of the knife and what makes it better than the rest? Additionally, why is it safer to buy knives which are sharp? When you are going to buy knives, these are just some of the things you have to take note of.

What to Look for on Chef Knives

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

It is an incomplete kitchen if there is no variety in chef knives. The different types of chef knives are made to accomplish different kitchen tasks. But there are some chef knives that can accomplish different tasks. Sharpness is important for whatever chef knife you will use. Dull chef knives can be a cause to injury since it may slip and cut the user.

What makes Japanese Pocket Knives Famous?

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Unlike their German counterparts, Japanese pocket knives are light and have very fine blade edges. Japanese steel blade is brittle and sharp. This contributes to the sharpness of Japanese pocket knives. Japanese pocket knives’ edge has a lesser possibility of bending, thus preserving its sharpness for a longer period. Hand washing maintains a Japanese pocket knives’ sharpness.

The Different Types of Hunting Knives

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

There are many hunting knives and selecting that suits you can be difficult. Whether you are a weekend hunter, a professional game hunter, or a simply a knife aficionado, hunting knives should be included in your must have tools. This is for the hunter who wants nothing less from his/her hunting knife.

Survival Knives Basics

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Survival knives are not supposed to be double edged. This can cause injuries to oneself. Especially when you are traversing rough terrains or hiking challenging slopes. A survival knife’s weight is crucial. Minimal handles on survival knives will make cleaning and using it in survival situations a lot safer and more efficient.

Rescue Knives – What You have to Know

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Rescue knives should be made of a metal running own towards the handles. The handle is formed by a material attached to both sides. This is called a narrow tang. A full tang provides a powerful and sturdier support for the blade thus this is what you should look for in a rescue knife. There will be lesser support for a rescue knife whose blade does not go through the handle.

Japanese Hand Forged Knives Background

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Japanese hand forged knives started some 800 years back. The world knows how good Japanese hand forged knives are. For those who do not know the difference between high quality Japanese hand forged knives and low quality kitchen knives, the Japanese hand forged knives are created by master sword smiths whose expertise have been handed down to them from a generation of 800 years of crafting Japanese blade and swords. The blade of Japanese kitchen knives are known all over as very sturdy and sharp.

Fishing Knives For Better Fishing

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

All fishermen would be able to tell you what consists their tackle box. A fishing knife is sure to be one of them. How come? A fisherman’s readiness is dictated whether or not he has fishing knives or not. Here are some things you need to consider when you are looking for fishing knives.

Custom Made Knives

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Custom made knives can be acquired at blade smiths. The great thing about these custom made knives is that they will be made out of the specifications that you tell them or they will make the knives accordingly to how the user will intend to use the knives. Custom made knives is a great gift to be passed down from one generation to the next. This type of knife generates a certain feel of uniqueness and vintage as time passes by.

Background of Knives

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Knives were crafted from ivory by the Greeks and Romans. Ivory was rust resistant. Then in the 1095 up to 1272, the Crusades was launched by the Europeans. They began traveling all over and this opened a window of opportunity for France to manufacture blades of various shapes and sizes from a variety of materials.