Ultem is the new kid on the block and it’s an awesome option for a handle material. Ultem has a distinctive honey-amber color, and when you put it in direct light, it almost seems to glow. In terms of performance, Ultem improves greatly on other materials commonly used in knife handles. Usually, improvements are really...
When it comes time to sharpen your favorite knife, it’s important to carefully consider the edge angle. Knives that are thin at the edge tend to cut better but at the cost of durability. Fragile edges tend to roll, chip, and go dull with less use than a knife with a more robust edge thickness. A thick edge is more durable but loses out on slicing tasks. Pairing the right edge angle (also called edge bevel) to your knife is an important element of maximizing your knifes performance...
We’ve compiled a series of our favorite knife adventures from the past few years. These adventure videos include everything from treasure hunts, salty experiments, and of course, a bunch of knives. You can see our entire collection of videos on our Blade HQ YouTube channel. Click the links to jump down. Wild Montana Knife Treasure...
Knife Banter is our video series on all things knives. Below you’ll find some of our favorites from the past few years. If you want to see the whole series, check out our Blade HQ YouTube channel...
Serrated knives keep their edge longer and work well cutting through tough materials. The drawback is serrated knife maintenance. If you’re new to knives, sharpening a knife can be a daunting task. Throw in a few teeth-like edges and the job can seem impossible...