The Cutting Edge https://blog.knife-depot.com/ The official blog of Knife Depot Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:50:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://blog.knife-depot.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/cropped-kd-favicon3-32x32.png The Cutting Edge https://blog.knife-depot.com/ 32 32 Liner Lock vs Frame Lock Knives: Key Differences (2026) https://blog.knife-depot.com/liner-lock-vs-frame-lock-knife-mechanism-comparison/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/liner-lock-vs-frame-lock-knife-mechanism-comparison/#respond Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:22:15 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/liner-lock-vs-frame-lock-knife-mechanism-comparison/ Liner lock vs frame lock explained: how each mechanism works, which is stronger, and which to choose for EDC. Side-by-side comparison with real examples.

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/honing-rod-vs-sharpening-stone-which-to-use-when/feed/ 0 Best Rescue Knives with Seatbelt Cutter & Glass Breaker (2026) https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-rescue-knives-with-seatbelt-cutter-glass-breaker/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-rescue-knives-with-seatbelt-cutter-glass-breaker/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:57:10 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-rescue-knives-with-seatbelt-cutter-glass-breaker/ Top rescue knives with seatbelt cutter and glass breaker tested. Compare blade steel, deployment speed, and price to find the best emergency EDC knife.

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-rescue-knives-with-seatbelt-cutter-glass-breaker/feed/ 0 Case 53165 May Cut of the Month Crossroads Fossil https://blog.knife-depot.com/case-53165-may-cut-of-the-month-crossroads-fossil/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/case-53165-may-cut-of-the-month-crossroads-fossil/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:57:37 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/?p=21639 Just featured in our latest newsletter: the Case 53165 May Cut of the Month Crossroads Fossil โ€” a limited Case release that blends old-school Barlow character with the modern Crossroads XR platform. This one stands out with Fossil Jig Luna Richliteยฎ scales, an oversized black G-10 bolster, a commemorative tang stamp, and premium CPM-S35VN steel […]

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/case-53165-may-cut-of-the-month-crossroads-fossil/feed/ 0 Best Paring Knife for Detailed Kitchen Prep (2026) https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-paring-knife-for-detailed-kitchen-prep-work/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-paring-knife-for-detailed-kitchen-prep-work/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:40:57 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/best-paring-knife-for-detailed-kitchen-prep-work/ Find the best paring knife for detailed kitchen prep work. Compare blade steel, handle grip, and precision performance across top picks under $100.

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/knife-collecting-tips-for-beginners-investment-guide/feed/ 0 Flipper vs Thumb Stud Knives: Full Comparison (2026) https://blog.knife-depot.com/flipper-knife-vs-thumb-stud-opening-mechanism-comparison/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/flipper-knife-vs-thumb-stud-opening-mechanism-comparison/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:28:58 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/flipper-knife-vs-thumb-stud-opening-mechanism-comparison/ Flipper knife vs thumb stud: real-world speed, one-handed use, gloved hand performance, and legal differences. Pick the right opener for your EDC.

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/flipper-knife-vs-thumb-stud-opening-mechanism-comparison/feed/ 0 Les Fines Lames Cigar Knives Now Available at Knife Depot https://blog.knife-depot.com/les-fines-lames-cigar-knives-now-available-at-knife-depot/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/les-fines-lames-cigar-knives-now-available-at-knife-depot/#respond Sat, 30 May 2026 20:20:53 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/?p=21625 Introducing Les Fines Lames: The Cigar Knife That Changed the Game Cut | Light | Smoke | Carry | Reserve your Made-in-France Cigar Knife Today! ๐Ÿ”ฅ NEW BRAND ALERT ๐Ÿ”ฅ A New Kind of Knife Has Arrived at Knife Depot Most knives are designed for everyday carry, outdoor use, or tactical applications. Les Fines Lames […]

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]]> https://blog.knife-depot.com/les-fines-lames-cigar-knives-now-available-at-knife-depot/feed/ 0 Knife of the Week: Spyderco Autonomy 2 https://blog.knife-depot.com/knife-of-the-week-spyderco-autonomy-2/ https://blog.knife-depot.com/knife-of-the-week-spyderco-autonomy-2/#respond Fri, 29 May 2026 02:37:50 +0000 https://blog.knife-depot.com/?p=21622 ๐ŸŒŠ Knife of the Week: Spyderco Autonomy 2 Most automatic knives weren’t built for saltwater. The Spyderco Autonomy 2 was. Originally developed for the U.S. Coast Guard, the Autonomy 2 was designed to perform in harsh, wet environments where reliability isn’t optional. ๐Ÿ”ช LC200N steel with exceptional corrosion resistance โš™๏ธ Automatic deployment ๐Ÿ– High-visibility handle […]

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