The Knife Chart is the Mona Lisa for the knife enthusiast's living room wall and a beginner's guide to knife collecting. Knives: A Modern Guide to Our Oldest Tool features graphic diagrams and information on knife anatomy, lock types, blade grinds, traditional knife patterns, and heaps of ...
At the end of the day,edge geometry, andnotblade steel, is the most significant aspect of a knife with regards to real-world impact. A glorified pry bar of a knife will not become a super slicer just because it has a high carbide super steel that is conceived with edge retention in m...
In the context of a fixed blade knife, the bolster refers to a band of metal between the blade and handle used to support (or “bolster”) the transition between blade and handle. Bolsters can aid in the balance of a fixed blade. However, we often see bolsters on folding knives. Thes...
Cold Steel uses it a lot in their fixed blade knives. Kydex - Very popular as a sheath material. A combination of acrylic and PVC that can be formed or molded. Advantages are: rigidity, impact strength, light weight & chemical resistance. Micarta - Another popular handle material. It's a...
>>See knives with our favorite premium steel at BladeHQ<< Below the table you'll find a summary of the most commonly used elements in steel production and their impact on the properties and overall quality of the steel. Carbon Steel
The blade is what makes or breaks a knife. Make sure you know what material the blade is constructed of, as each specific type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Metal classification can get very complex. It’s important to have at least a general knowledge aboutknife blade materials,...
Blade - FFFBM blade measures 235.00mm(9.25") in length, and it is 53.40mm at its widest section. Thickness is 7.93mm i.e. 5/16" thick. You do remember the knife is called Fat, don't you ;) So, all that metal, is what makes 1kg knife, remember it's a full tang knife, plus...
The scalpel size chart included in the product description provides a clear guide to selecting the right blade for your specific needs, ensuring that you have the right tool for every task. Whether you're a professional woodworker or a hobbyist looking to refine your craft, the Metal Scalpel ...
in conclusion, blade’s edge holding, strength, toughness, wear resistance depends more on hardness than the type of steel itself. Reply Peter, You make a very good point. The heat treat and hardness will effect all of these variables. This chart is just a general guide and I’m not sop...
Refer to our Knife Steel Composition Chart for more details on these elements. TLDR: Our Favorite Knife Steels CPM-S90V (Edge Retention) : See CPM-S90V knives on Amazon / On Blade HQ CPM-S35VN (Value) : See CPM-S35VN knives on Amazon / On Blade HQ 14C28N (Budget) : See 14C28N ...