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Welcome - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:05:00 -0400

Welcome to Best Knives, Thank you for browsing our site where you will find a large selection of the best knives available as well as hand crafted custom and collector knives. You will find our prices, selection of in stock merchandise, and service to be the best anywhere. We are dedicated to our customers and want to be your first choice for quality knives and accessories. We welcome suggestions and your comments. Remember, Best-Knives... the Best production, collector and custom knives at outstanding prices!

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Collecting a Combat Knife

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:04:22 -0400

Collecting a Combat Knife

A combat knife is popularly regarded as tactical knife or fighting knife. This is a knife that was primarily made for paramilitary and military use. A common misleading fact on the combat knife is that its specialty is close combat. Truth of the matter is, the trench knife is used more than the combat knife for this very purpose. The main purpose of the combat knife is to clear the foliage, chop the branches, and open ammo crates. This knife comes in handy to this day that even the contemporary military forces use this aside from the close quarter purpose it originally had.

In movies, the combat knife was made popular by Rambo because he used this specific knife as his weapon of survival in First Blood. The combat knife also appeared in the other franchise of the film which includes Rambo II, as well as Rambo III, and the most recent John Rambo.

The contemporary design of the combat knife today has various sizes and shapes that will suit the preference of any avid collector of this particular knife. In fact, the military forces have the standard types of the combat knives that are issued to the soldiers in the infantry section of the navy.

In the United States, a combat knife is said to be a necessity of any Marine Corps. The specific combat knife needed for this is the ka-bar knife which can be used as a silent weapon especially when going through trenches. This allows the users to make their way through branches and steel wars quietly and surprise their opponents.

Canoe knife – A small but useful knife

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 26 May 2009 14:04:22 -0400

Canoe knife – A small but useful knife

The canoe knife resembles the shape and size of a butter knife but has far more use than that. This knife has the same capability as the utility knife but was made specifically for kayakers and water-rafting people. The knife also offers the same durability but created in original stainless steel to avoid rusting in the water.

The canoe knife can also serve as a game knife when going on a hunt and can be used to cut ropes when entangled with it. The small knife has different versions, which can be located on the websites and the types vary from your initial use. Every canoe knife was created by different manufacturers for different settings so looking for the most appropriate knife to use will require a keen sense of observation of the kind of water sport you are doing. Some of the canoe knives are priced based on the manufacturer’s account, so looking for an unknown one with a good manufacturing result can be very convenient. Some of these knives have a pocket edition for the easy storage when kayaking. The canoe knife is made by blade smiths for the sole purpose of helping the water-loving sport fanatics in the sense of making their jobs easier like cutting and marking. They also use it to sustain security in case of emergency or when you had problems with your boat. Even though the canoe knife is really small, its uses and advantages outweigh its size and for that, it will be very handy to have one when enjoying riding boats and all.

Italian Switchblades

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:30:33 -0400

Italian Switchblades

Italian switchblades are automatic knives commonly known as stilettos that are made in Italy. It was in Toledo Spain that the first market for self-defense lever-locked knives developed in 1920s. Its first conception was prior to the Second World War with knives marked as Campobasso or Frosolone which were also called flat guards. The 1950’s Italian switchblades evolved from these designs and so are the picklocks. In the 1960’s the picklocks became obsolete which ended growing handcrafting business of the Italian switchblades. The tilting bolster model replaced the picklocks. Unlike the picklocks, these were made so that one may not break a finger nail to try to close the blades. These knives close as the front top bolster is rotated. Switchblades with a mechanism called open button/close button appeared in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. Of interest among collectors are the Italian switchblades known as “Transitionals” which were made with modern parts and old style.

Presently there are a lot of variations of the Italian switchblades and some make their way as a memorable gift or giveaways. What distinguishes the Italian switchblades from the typical automatic knives is their classic and contemporary style. Some of the available designs have levers rather than the convenience of buttons. Blades also come in different sizes and styles. Some are sleek and pointed. Customized switchblades also exist to suit the preference of both sexes. They look more like collectors’ items which makes them ideal as presents for any occasion and a possible heirloom.

KaBar Knife - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 12:11:56 -0400

KaBar Knife

The KaBar knife got its name from its manufacturer the Ka-Bar. The trademark came from a testimonial of a man who was satisfied with the company’s product whose writing was only read as “k a bar.”

The knife is a fighting and utility knife used by the US Marine Corps in the Second World War and continues to be so at present. The Army and other US military divisions also adopted it as their choice of knife. These knives are depended on their function to perform many tasks such as a knife for hunting, boating, camping, trapping not to mention as a self-defense tool. A classic Ka-Bar knife is a 7” clip point blade. The fighting knife is 1095 carbon steel with features such as a leather-washer or a synthetic handle of Kraton.

The famous knives include the United States ARMY VE-VJ Day Commemorative, the US Marine Corps Vietnam Commemorative KA-BAR knife and the 100^th Anniversary KA-BAR.

More distinctly, what makes a Ka-Bar knife famous other than its wartime significance is its high quality. Each knife goes through specific manufacturing processes that ensure corrosion resistance, its strength, grip and razor sharp cutting edge.

New models of Ka-Bar knives include the Last Ditch knife, which has a similar size of that of a credit card. It is a sharp weapon that can be concealed anywhere. The “Precision Hunter Game Hook is a compact hunting knife which allows control over every cut and the Full-size Black Ka-Bar with a straight edge.

Choosing Your Kitchen Knife - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:53:19 -0400

Choosing your kitchen knife

Put yourself in this situation: you finally had your own place, no parents, no siblings, and just your independent self. Then you decide to shop for your home supplies. You walk around the mall and head to the kitchen supplies section, then you realize that shopping for your utensils is not as simple as A-B-C. You want to have the best kitchen knives, so here are some tips you kneed to know when shopping for those best kitchen knives.

· Do some research - Read a couple of cooking magazines so you know a thing or two about the best kitchen knives. Doing your research will give you an idea on what to do next or what to expect when you visit the store.

· Don’t be overwhelmed by those gimmicks - There are ways that sellers do to sell their goods. There is no such thing as a knife that doesn’t require sharpening. All knives need to be sharpened.

· Don’t be overwhelmed by those brand names - Brand names are brand names. Always remember that. When shopping for your best kitchen knives, check the stability of the handle and the blade. There are different handles that are used for knives.

Enjoy the shopping experience - Shopping shouldn’t be tedious, if you are serious about buying your set of best kitchen knives, it would be best if you make your research or at least ask the experts. But if you prefer things basic, just opt for the kitchen knife that has a nicely made b

Collecting An Arkansas Toothpick - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:39:28 -0400

The Arkansas toothpick is a heavy dagger that has a straight but pointed blade which measures from 12 to 20 inches. It is called a toothpick because it can balance itself regardless of its thickness. It is also used as a throwing weapon. This means the Arkansas toothpick can also be utilized in slashing and thrusting.

The inventor of the Arkansas toothpick, James Black, is also the creator of the Bowie Knife, although there are no confirmed evidences to prove this point. The Arkansas toothpick was originally used as a weapon for seamen during the 19^th century. There are claims that even say that this was used way back the 18^th century. Since it is a heavy dagger, the Arkansas toothpick is carried across the back of the user and wrapped in a holster.

When Bowie got the Bowie knife from the creator James Black, he became a citizen of Texas. He was then attacked by three men who was paid to kill him. Bowie however killed his supposed murdered with the use of his Bowie knife. Since the Arkansas toothpick is said to have come from the same creator, it also has the potential to do as such because of its efficient features that are similar with the Bowie knife.

Bowie was also known to have been the first to show how to hurl the Arkansas toothpick. When done with the right aim and precision, this can be a deadly weapon which collectors fancy that’s why they are always on the look-out for this particular knife so that they can add it to their collection.

Collecting Bayonets - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:50:01 -0500

Bayonets were made popular by the French. During the war, these were used as knives, swords, and daggers. These were also used effectively in guns as spears. Bayonets were appropriate for those close quarter battle combats and were often regarded as weapons for last resort.

Unfortunately even the most avid knife enthusiasts could not determine the clear history of the bayonet. The term though dates way back 16^th century and it was unclear whether this was, at that time, the weapons we know these to be, but it could be just a simple kind of knife.

Nonetheless, the benefits of bayonets are clear. These have dual purposes because of how the arms are manufactured. When used in guns, the early muskets fire at slow rates but with the bayonets, the soldier can easily slash his enemy when they’re pitted face to face. The longer the bayonets are, the better because these means that they can reach the enemies even when they were far from the soldier.

Knife collectors are still fascinated with the early bayonets. These were the plug types. The bayonets of these designs had rounded handles and when slid into the musket barrel incorrectly would not allow the gun to disengage. Therefore, there was the need for the user to really know how to use the bayonets appropriately. That time, the bayonets are said to be useful but a skilled soldier could be the only people who could use these. This only adds up to the fascination of knife collectors.

Collecting Trench Knives - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 14:34:35 -0500

A trench knife is either made from intentionally or made from bayonets or swords that are shortened. The whole purpose of a trench knife is to be the ideal weapon in close-quarter fights. The design originated during World War I. This knife was really useful during the operations of raiding trenches.

The most popular and easily recognizable trench knife is the Mark I. Collectors still do their best to get one of these. It was introduced during the latter part of World War I. It was carried by the American paratroopers in World War II. This knife had a double edge blade as well as brass hilt which incorporated the guard. The guard also served as a punching aid for the user. The pommel was also used to crush the skull and it also helped in increasing the trench knife’s flexibility. With this, the weapon was more lethal than most knives used during the war.

The Mark I was then remodeled and the US M1917 as well as the M1918 are two of the most popular trench knife that is available for collectors to obtain today. These two models have a stiletto blade and wooden grip. These also have knuckle guards that are made of medal as well as a pommel with a round shape. These two versions though differ in the sense that their knuckle guards have different constructions.

It’s not only the Americans who are fascinated by the trench knife. Even the French have their

own version of the Mark I. It has a lion and a blade ricasso. This was modeled from the USM1917. Another version of the French trench knife has a groove on the top of its grip. Some even have numbers and letters in their knuckles. These are also collected by knife enthusiasts

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:32:47 -0500

The Fairbairn-Sykes is typically called a “fighting knife”, and it is very true that his elegant bladed weapon was invented by warriors who knew what they wanted and needed a knife to do. The Fairbairn-Sykes has proven its warfare effectiveness again and again in combat usage by American special forces, British commandos in WWII, Israel’s Moussad agents, and several government spy agencies.

But the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife is too well-crafted to be limited to being nothing more than a tool of death, and that is why the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife has a long list of collectors.

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife is a slender, double-edged blade, much like an Italian stiletto blade except that the Fairbairn-Sykes knife is meant to slash and cut rather than just thrust.

The stand-out feature of the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, however, is its vase-like, cylindrical hilt, which draws on Italian sword design to enable the knife’s wielder to have virtually unlimited possibilities for the ways to turn, thrust, jab, or slash with the blade.

One of the chief design aims of the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife that became an effective weapon of terror against Nazi forces in WWII is to allow its user to quickly and cleanly sever his opponent’s artery so that he quickly passes out from blood loss and dies without being able to put up resistance once the lethal cut is made.

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife made today is often a replication of the original “Pattern 2” design line of the model conceived in 1940 by British Army Captains William Ewart Fairbairn and Eric Anthony Sykes This pattern is identified by the two-inch straight cross guard, diamond knurled pattern grip, and rounded ball end.

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife was originally modeled on the Shanghai street knife of the early 20^th century. Shanghai at that time was considered to be the most dangerous city in the world. Fairbairn himself was nearly stabbed to death by gang members in the streets of Shanghai, and after this near loss of his life he took up JuJitsu and began applying his formidible bayonnette-fighting skills to his martial arts. This experience led him to co-conceive the famous fighting knife that bears his knife in 1940. It was at first specifically designed to allow newly commissioned units of British commandos to use guerilla war tactics against better-armed, better-trained Nazi soldiers.

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife was designed to be strong and long enough to penetrate layered Winter cloathing while also being light, fast, balanced, and easy to conceal.

While the knife is really an amalgamation of several ancient dirk, knife, and dagger designs, its originality and collectors’ fascination with it is found in the way it brings these ancient elements together into a new age.

The "Fighting Knife" Has Been In Every War Since Knives Were Invented

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:11:17 -0500

Fighting knives have been in use as long as mankind has possessed the knowledge of metalworking – longer in fact, as stone knives were certainly in use long before the discovery of forging blades. The fighting knife has a long history; indeed longer than any kind of other weapon. From the Stone Age all the way up to the modern era, the fighting knife has been the weapon of choice for fighting in close quarters. At close range, there is no weapon deadlier than a well made knife, whether of sharpened stone, bronze, steel or the high tech alloys of today.

Other than the well-known Ka-Bar knife, one of the very most popular (and certainly most famed) fighting knives is the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. This is a fighting knife which earned its fame in World War II when it was commonly used by British fighting forces and commando units. Though actually developed prior to that war (in Shanghai by William Ewart Fairbairn and Eric Anthony Sykes) it is almost entirely due to its use during that war which led to the good name enjoyed by this, one of the deadliest fighting knives ever manufactured.

The Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife is designed for one thing and one thing only: fighting. This stands in contrast to the knife favored by the U.S. fighting forces, the Ka-Bar knife in that those knives were intended to do double duty as a utility knife and used for a multitude of other purposes. Not so the F&S fighting knife; these would be of little use in trench digging due to their design. However, their storied history and pedigree as a knife intended only for warfare had made them very much a prized item on the collector’s market.

The F&S fighting knife is a very thin bladed with a double edge, designed to be thin enough to slip between the ribs of opponents ion combat yet sharp enough to deliver a devastating injury when slashing. These knives are largely manufactured (where else?) in Sheffield, long home to the cutlery industry in Britain. F&S fighting knives are often stamped with the manufacturer (there are a few) and “Sheffield” or sometimes, merely “England”.

Every last bit of the design on these knives is intentional and has a story to tell; another reason these knives enjoy their great popularity with collectors. The handle is designed for an optimal grip on the knife and there is a reason for the length as well, which will make sense when you remember that these knives had their first heyday during the early days of WWII, when British forces expected to have to face Soviet troops on the battlefield – the length was at first 6.5”, then slightly longer in later models – long enough to penetrate a Soviet soldier’s overcoat and a few inches more besides.

The history of these fighting knives is truly fascinating – and we have only scratched the surface in this article. However, these knives are such interesting collector’s items that it takes only a taste of their history to get even the most jaded hobbyist interested.

The Trench Knife - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 17:03:55 -0500

The trench knife has its origins in the First World War. These knives were a product of the carnage of trench warfare in the battlefields of Europe during that era. Their design lent them readily to fighting in close quarters, making them the ideal weapon for trench raids and other military operations in currency at the time. They were a fearsome weapon and for the trench soldier, their best friend.

As said, these trench knives were designed with close quarters in mind, such as those found in the trenches commonly in use during the world wars. The first models used by the U.S. military were somewhat akin to a bayonet set loose from its usual perch at the end of a rifle. These are known as Mark I models and are characterized by their black finish and large knuckle duster style guard.

These Mark I trench knives were manufactured both in the U.S. and in France, with the French models having a higher collector’s value as less were made. These are identifiable by their bearing a stamp reading U.S. 1918 on the handle, as well as having a four sided pommel (in contrast to the American manufactured models’ eight sided pommel). These knives are also identifiable by their brass hilts and double-edged blades, in comparison to the stiletto style blades of earlier U.S. military knives.

Of course, the U.S. military was not the only armed force using trench knives – and there is a large demand on the part of collectors for other nations’ trench knives as well. The British army and other commonwealth nations (New Zealand, Canada and so on) used trench knives, some of which were purchased from private companies rather than manufactured specifically for the military – these were similar in style to bowie knives in some cases. There were a variety of other more specialized designs too, with the “push dagger” style being particularly sought after by collectors. These knives featured a cylindrical grip with the blade protruding through the soldier’s knuckles.

German infantry soldiers used trench knives during both World Wars – like the trench knives used by British soldiers, these were sometimes privately purchased, but the bulk were manufactured by government contractors and featured single edged blades and handles most commonly made of wood with metal and even plastic being occasionally used.

There is a lot more to know about trench knives than the small amount of information that there is space for within the bounds of this article. Collecting these knives, just as any military memorabilia has many enthusiasts from whom you can learn more. Consider getting touch with local antique dealers and military memorabilia collectors in your area to find out more about the fascinating history of these fearsome weapons which both saved – and took many lives in the trenches of the World Wars. This can be both a very educational and enjoyable hobby – with so much to learn and see, you’re bound to get the trench knife big too!

Civil War Swords - Basics For Collectors

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:42:00 -0500

If you love artifacts from the American Civil War, chances are that you'll eventually think about collecting them, especially Civil War swords. However, finding the real thing can be tricky, since there are many fakes, reproductions, and mislabeled swords out there. Here are some basic facts about swords from this period, to help you sort out the genuine article from all the imitations.

The Civil War may have been fought between 1861 and 1865, but the swords used in it weren't necessarily made during those years. You can find swords that were carried in the war, but were made as early as the 1830s. This can make finding Civil War swords a little trickier. However, you can be certain of one thing - swords made after 1865 were never used in the war.

Swords were made by a number of manufacturers at the time, including some that we don't associate with weaponry at all. The Ames Company produced a significant portion of the swords used during the war, and was in business from 1832 until the early 20th century. Over two hundred thousand swords were made by this company.

Civil War swords made by the Ames Company may bear one of two marks. The founder, Nathan P. Ames, marked his blades with "N. P. Ames". However, after Nathan died in 1847, his brother changed the mark to read "Ames Mfg. Co." These stamps may be hard to read, and at least ten different variations were used over the course of the war.

The second largest producer of cavalry sabers was originally a tool and textile producer. However, once the war started, the company received seven contracts, making a total of more than thirty-seven thousand M1860 sabers. The stamp on these Civil War swords tends to be extremely clear, and only one mark style is used.

Christopher Roby was another producer of the M1860 saber, making around thirty-two thousand of these Civil War swords. In addition to the cavalry saber, this company also made musician's swords, NCO swords and light artillery swords. Marks on these swords vary between the early 1861 variety and later Civil War swords, which had a more complicated stamp.

Sabers made by Roby have an extra two turns of wire on the grip, making them easy to identify if the marks are still present, but mistakable for the M1840 sword if the marks have been worn off. Like many other manufacturers, Roby was prolific, but business disappeared after the war.

Another very common producer of Civil War swords was Emerson and Silver, another company that produced with enthusiasm for the duration of the war, then disappeared. The company made primarily sabers, but other Civil War swords were produced as well, including NCO and musicians swords. Only two marks were used over the course of the war, making these swords a little easier to identify than some.

A manufacturer you might not expect is Tiffany & Co. The same company we associate with fine glassware and jewelry is also responsible for presentation grade Civil War swords for officers, and two special types of cavalry saber unique to Tiffany. These sabers resemble other swords in production at the time, but have unique hilts.

These are only a few of the major manufacturers you can expect to see as producers of Civil War swords. Your searches may also turn up plenty of minor companies, which produced one or two thousand blades, then disappeared. The key is researching the sword well before you buy, to make sure you know whether you're getting a real antique, or a reproduction.

Bowie Knives - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:54:11 -0500

One of the greatest things about the hobby of knife collecting is the opportunity it gives the collector to learn a little bit (or even a lot) about history. Not just the history of the knife itself, but knowing how the knife in question fits into the broader picture of the times in which it was first made gives a fascinating insight into history. There is far more to be gleaned than just the details of the knife itself; as interesting as many knives can be.

Which brings us to the Bowie knife. The name alone conjures up scenes from American history, especially the drama of the Mexican-American war of the 1800’s. Remember the Alamo? You will each and every time you think about the Bowie Knife.

This knife refers to a type of knife which was designed by Col. James (better known as Jim) Bowie and was first manufactured by James Black, the Arkansas blacksmith also generally considered to be the inventor of the “Arkansas toothpick”. The design evolved somewhat from the original design by Jim Bowie (something akin to a butcher’s knife) until it ended up in the familiar design we know today as a Bowie knife.

What we commonly think of when thinking of the Bowie knife is a broad bladed knife (up to two inches in width) with a blade length between six and twelve inches. These knives are made of steel, sometimes with an inlay of softer metal (usually copper or bronze) on the back of the blade – which, depending who you ask is either intended to catch the blades of opponents during a knife fight or to act as assort of shock absorber for the knife to protect it from breakage.

An upwards curving guard (called an S-guard) is generally present as well – this is specifically designed to catch an opponent’s blade. There will also usually be a small notch near the handle of the blade, known as the “Spanish notch”, which is useful in hunting (for stripping sinew from a kill) and for repairs of tents and canoes. In fact, hunting was firmly in Bowie’s mind when designing this blade, which is very useful for field dressing game – of course, hunting was generally closer to the forefront of most people’s consciousness during pioneer days.

As legend has it, Jim Bowie walked in to the blacksmith shop of James Black and gave him a wooden model of the knife he wanted made - this would be the “final” design Bowie developed for the Bowie knife. Before long, the Bowie knife as it soon came to be known was a must-have item which was in great demand throughout the region - and before long, the world!

The Bowie knife achieved its greatest fame by the story of Jim Bowie heroically defending the Alamo, the battle at which he perished. The story of Jim Bowie and his knife were far from forgotten though and this knife holds great appeal to knife collectors and the general public alike to this day.

Knife Collecting - Best Knives

nospam@example.com (Tupper Wheatley) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:06:38 -0500

Knife collecting is a hobby which some find unusual at first. However, this is a truly fascinating and educational pursuit which wins many people over once they learn a little more about the history and craftsmanship involved with these, among the earliest of tools devised by mankind. Aside from the particulars of the history of any given type of knife, the history and development of knives in general parallels the history of human civilization and technological advancement.

The advancements we have made from stone tools to space age alloys is in and of itself an incredible story; a story which is also the story of knives. This is just one of the many reasons why knife collecting is a hobby which has a lot of appeal to people from all walks of life.

Knife collecting can be a great way to learn more about American history; in fact a lot about the history of any nation can be gleaned from the tools which they use – and this includes knives. You are bound to learn a lot of interesting facts in the course of your knife collecting. This is a hobby which entails some research – don’t worry, it’s interesting!

Like any hobby which involves collecting something, a large part of knife collecting is seeking out particular knives for your collection, including unusual and rare knives. The thrill of finding that obscure piece which you never thought you’d see in real life is impossible to describe, but is a thrill well known to the knife collector.

There are many different areas to specialize in within the larger realm of knife collecting. You could specialize in military knives, pocket knives, hunting knives or any other category. Alternatively, you may have interest in knives from a particular era, a certain region, even knives made by a specific process of machining. Of course, you can also take an interest in any and every kind of knife and have amassing a large collection as your aim.

Knife collecting is a somewhat easier hobby to take up nowadays than it once was. This is largely thanks to the emergence of the internet as a global 24/7 marketplace. Auction sites put rare knives within the reach (or at least awareness) of many who in times past would have nearly no way of knowing about the existence of an upcoming knife auction halfway across the country, even the globe! Of course, the web has also made the dissemination of useful information about knives and knife collecting possible (such as this very site!). The relative ease of locating knives online has taken none of the thrill out of knife collecting, I am pleased to report. What it has done is take some of the frustration out of the process of tracking down rare and exotic pieces – and those of you who have been engaged in this hobby for some time know exactly what I’m talking about.

The sheer number of knife models and styles out there lends itself to exploration and learning, particularly in the case of the new collector. Knife collecting is a hobby which has a vast number of things to be learned and delved into. It’s also a hobby which parents can share with their (older) children; once they’ve learned that knives are tools to be respected rather than toys. This can provide parents with an opportunity to teach their children important and interesting lessons about history while sharing their passion for knife collecting with them.

For instance, take the Bowie knife. In discussing its history, you will touch upon the history of the Mexican-American war, Daniel Boone, Arkansas and of course, The Alamo (don’t forget the Alamo!). All of this history to be learned from just one knife! The possibilities for education with this entertaining and enlightening hobby are nearly endless.

A great part of the hobby of knife collecting is swapping information and stories with your fellow collectors. Long time collectors especially will have a lot of information to impart to you as you begin to develop a taste for knife collecting. You can also learn more about where to look for those rare pieces and even get in touch with knife makers (many knife collectors enjoy collecting custom made knives). If custom knives are of interest to you, you can even commission your own knives from knife makers! These people are well worth knowing to any knife collector as they are valuable sources for information about knives and knife making.

Read on through this site to learn more about knives and knife collecting. You may find some facts which surprise you – the history of knives is truly fascinating and knife collecting is your key to this wealth of information.