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Edge Retention & Ease of Sharpening: What’s the Difference?
Jacob Miller on August 31, 2026,
in Knife Knowledge, Learn
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Edge Retention, Sharpening
Are Edge Retention & Ease of Sharpening the Same? What’s the difference between edge retention and ease of sharpening, you ask? First off, it’s a good question! If you’re familiar with our Knife Steel Guide, you’ll know the four aspects we use to rate each steel: After perusing the various rankings, you may have noticed...
The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 – A Knife for the Ages
George Muhlestein on February 19, 2026, in Knife Knowledge, Learn
The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 is a simple knife, but its special blend of features, timing, and quality, which we’ll talk about in this article, have made it a knife for the ages. This knife has become a rite of passage for knife collectors, and for many, a dear friend that spends more time in the pocket than not. Here, I’ll break down what makes this knife...
Cities of Blades: Maniago, Italy
George Muhlestein on November 3, 2025, in Culture, Knife Knowledge, Learn
This is the first in a series of articles entitled “Cities of Blades.” In this series, I’ll tell you all about some of the greatest knife cities in the world. Every city we’ll talk about has a rich cutlery history and a diverse knife community to this day. These cities are must-see destinations for true knife nerds. The first city on the list,...
What Is Micarta
George Muhlestein on September 5, 2025,
in Knife Anatomy, Knife Knowledge, Learn
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Fixed Blade Knives, Knife Anatomy, Knife handle materials, Knife History, Pocket Knives
Of all the knife handle materials I own, Micarta is the one that by far the least non-initiated knife people have heard of. That’s a crying shame if you ask me! Micarta is awesome, and I think the world ought to know about it. To that end, I’m writing this article, and I hope that...
The Pocket Knife: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
George Muhlestein on March 17, 2025,
in Knife Knowledge, Learn
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Pocket Knives
Have you ever used a key to open a box? Or your teeth on a stubborn bag of snacks? You, my friend, need a pocket knife. Luckily, you’ve just stumbled upon a small but dedicated community of people who love one of mankind’s most useful creations. Knives are simple tools, and they have a simple job...
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