There are two main factors that determine the quality of a knife blade: the amount of carbon in the steel and the heat treatment. Hardly any knives retailing for less than $100 are heat treated today...
This guide is intended as a reference for buying modern Japanese swords, as my knowledge of pre-modern and antique swords is limited. Buying a Japanese sword is complicated enough; buying one on eBay can...
CHINA VS. U.S.A. ON FOLDING KNIVES CHINA = CRAP CHEAP KNIVES = CRIME No way can China compete with U.S.A. Cutlery Quality. Also, who wants to collect China knives? Sellers are not honest up front with the...
We all love the japanese katana sword! Its cold beauty and streamlined structure shape have no equal in art and weaponry! However japanese government restrictions result in NOT EXISTING real japanese steel...
There's no one perfect knife steel for every person and circumstance,just like there's not one knife in the kitchen that does every job the best. If you're going to be laying down money for a quality knife...
WHEN I FIRST STARTED SELLING ON EBAY BACK IN 1999, I WAS USING THE WEB TV WITH NO WAY TO POST PICTURES. NOT USING PICTURES FORCED ME TO DESCRIBE IN DETAIL WHAT I WAS TRYING TO SELL. I REALIZED THAT NOT ONLY...
Sypderco Endura C10PBK folding knife with a standard straight-edge blade and FRN Handle.INTRO I needed a new knife and read many good things about the Spydercos' Endura line. I eventually bought it here off...
A Buyers Guide to Pocket Knives and Folding Knives What should you look for in a folding or pocket knife? 440 stainless steel blade or better. A good quality opening mechanism, the knife should...
Weapons of Ninjutsu Ashiko: The foot claws are made to walk on ice or slippery surfaces or to gain traction in mud. Most castle walls were made of stone and were therefore too hard of a surface to gain...
Making The Pick As with any item, research is essential for harvesting historical consumer reactions and brand movement for pocket knives. Research to meet your particular needs is essential in finding the...