The Cutting Edge

Watch This Guy Fail While Cutting a Watermelon with a Sword

July 2, 2015 / Tim / 5 Comments

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Knives are important, lifesaving tools that everyone should know how to use. Unfortunately, that’s not the case.

More often than not, we see people completely misusing knives, swords, and axes in ways that not only make you scratch your head but also fear for their (and bystander’s) lives.

To help demonstrate how people shouldn’t use knives, we’re starting a new series of posts called #knifefails. These videos or images may involve bodily harm and property damage, so they aren’t always for the faint of heart. What all these videos do have in common is a lack of respect of blades.

We already have some posts in our archives that demonstrate irresponsibility with knives (including one last week in which a cohost on Fox & Friends threw an axe at someone), so we may revisit those in the future.

We’re kicking off things with a mild, but undeniably stupid knife fail.

Badass Knife of the Week: Magnum Special Forces

June 29, 2015 / Tim / 2 Comments

When you combine the convenience of a pocket knife with the utility of a rescue knife, you get our latest Badass Knife of the Week: the Magnum Special Forces Pocket Knife by Magnum by Boker.

This pint-sized tactical knife is dedicated to one of the world’s most elite units, the US Navy SEALs. With an emblem that says Special Forces, the knife will make a big impression on veterans and Navy junkies alike.

Win a Kershaw Ken Onion Blur

June 26, 2015 / Tim / 9 Comments

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Is there anything left to be said about the Kershaw Blur that hasn’t already been said?

It’s renowned as one of the best folding pocket knives around and features a fantastic design from the mind of the legendary Ken Onion. It has a 3.375-inch blade and uses Kershaw’s SpeedSafe assisted-opening mechanism.

Since there’s not much left to say about the knife, let’s just give one away.

The Kershaw Blur we’re giving away has Knife Depot emblazoned on the black, partially serrated blade.

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Watch ‘Fox & Friends’ Host Hit Someone With Flying Axe

June 24, 2015 / Tim / 4 Comments

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About a week and a half ago, a host on Fox & Friends hit someone with a flying axe… and on television!

Yes, you read that right.

While teasing an upcoming segment, host Pete Hegsworth chucked an axe at a pretty large wooden board with a bullseye. The axe went flying over the board and hit a drummer from West Point’s marching band.

Badass Knife of the Week: Schrade SCHF36 Frontier

June 23, 2015 / Tim / 0 Comments

The people have spoken: our latest Badass Knife of the Week is one extraordinary fixed blade. As the most recent winner of the People’s Choice award at BLADE Show 2015, the Schrade SCHF36 Frontier has proven its worth by helping countless people navigate parts of the wilderness where no other has gone before.

Cold Steel Sues CRKT Over False Advertising

June 16, 2015 / Tim / 21 Comments

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We all know there’s little love between knife manufacturers. When you are trying to make a knife stronger, better, and more interesting than a competitor, there’s bound to be tension and animosity.

But Cold Steel is taking it to the next level.

In a press release, Cold Steel announced that it’s suing CRKT over misleading marketing assertions. Cold Steel says CRKT’s claims that its various locking mechanisms—including LAWKS, AutoLAWKS, and L.B.S—can convert a folding knife into a “virtual fixed blade” is not only misleading customers into buying poorly performing knives but also causing losses to their business.

Here’s more from Cold Steel President Lynn C. Thompson: “Consumers are entitled to truthful information. They need to know what a knife can and can’t do. We are a nation of people who USE our knives. Responsible knife owners want to use their tools, and they should be given honest information about the performance, reliability and safety they should expect.”

So what does Cold Steel want out of this lawsuit? The company is seeking an unspecified amount of money from damages caused by CRKT’s “blatantly false claims” and “dishonest tactics,” which will then be donated to Knife Rights. It also wants an injunction, treble damages, and attorneys’ fees.

Benchmade 710D2 – Badass Knife of the Week

June 15, 2015 / Tim / 1 Comment

When you’re talking about most iconic knives from Benchmade, our latest Badass Knife of the Week will always be in the conservation. In fact, some people say this knife is as close to perfection as you can get.

Not only is the Benchmade 710 the first Benchmade to feature the highly regarded AXIS locking mechanism but it’s also one of the best all-around folders on the market.

It all starts with the 3.9-inch blade. The modified clip-point blade is extremely versatile, and the dual thumb studs make for quick and easy ambidextrous opening.

The 710D2 iteration of the folder, which was designed by Bill McHenry and Jason Williams, features high-quality D2 steel. Known for its outstanding wear resistance, D2 steel is touted for its ability to tackle the toughest tasks around.

New 2015 Knives from CRKT

June 11, 2015 / Tim / 2 Comments

Update: We originally wrote this post way back in January, but CRKT recently unveiled a few more 2015 mid-year years at the BLADE Show in Atlanta. You can find the new ones at the bottom.

It’s January and you know what that means… it’s time to take a look at the new knives coming your way. The SHOT Show (where companies are showcasing new knives) is currently underway, but many companies have already released the new catalogs.

In the coming weeks, we’ll be taking a look at the new knives across various brands. We’re kicking things off with the 22 new knives from CRKT.

BT-70 (Designed by Bob Terzuola)

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If you’re not familiar with Bob Terzuola, the new BT-70 is the perfect way to get acquainted. Terzuola is one of the fathers of tactical knives and this collector’s piece showcases his feel for the tactical folder. It has a stonewash finish, G-10 handle scales with his dragon logo, and a blade length of 4.03 inches.

Argus Black

The Argus is a spring-assisted knife with the Outburst assisted opening mechanism. Designed by Matthew Lerch, the Argus Black has an aluminum handle and a 3.55-inch blade with black corrosion resistant coating.

No Time Off

Designed by Flavio Ikoma, the No Time Off is a burly folder that’s aimed at heavy-duty tasks. It has a waffle iron traction grip handle and a 2.99-inch blade that locks into place using the Ikoma Locking System.

Saker

The Saker is an interesting bushcraft knife by Abe Elias, with its scandi grind and 1075 carbon steel blade that’s about 4.5 inches. The handle is made from Walnut.

G.S.D. (Get S**t Done)

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With a name like G.S.D. (which stands for Get S**t Done), you’d better expect a knife that’s tough, reliable, and functional. Check, check, and check. It has a classic industrial look and can handle heavy-duty tasks.

Hunt’N Fisch

We’re starting to get to the puns. The Hunt’N Fisch plays off designer Larry Fischer’s name and is a fixed blade hunting knife with tons of jimping and some interesting grooves on the spine.

It’s designed to be an all-around hunting and fishing knife with a blade of 2.99 inches made of 8Cr13MoV steel. It has G-10 scales on the handle.
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Badass Knife of the Week: Spring Assist Knife with Knuckle Guard

June 9, 2015 / Tim / 0 Comments

Our latest Badass Knife of the Week features a sick design that’s not very common: it’s a spring-assisted knife with a knuckle guard.

With its modern twist on the classic trench knife, this spring-assisted knife with knuckle guard is something to behold. The knife mimics the style of the popular combat knife from the two World Wars but adds some newer features that take it to the next level.

2015 BLADE Show Knife Awards

June 8, 2015 / Tim / 15 Comments

It was yet another great BLADE Show down in Atlanta this year. We saw the arrival of a few new and exciting prototypes, drooled over all the custom knives, and watched the cutting competitions with captivation.

However, one of our favorite segments of the BLADE Show is finding out the winners of the Blade Magazine Knife of the Year Awards. Fifteen awards are handed out, but we’re only going in depth with a few. You can see the full list without all the commentary at the bottom.

Accessory Of The Year: Wicked Edge Generation 3 Pro

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First up is the Accessory Of The Year Award. The recipient is the Generation 3 Pro from Wicked Edge. This $700 contraption is an astounding knife sharpener. With micro-adjustable ball jointed guide arms and precise angle adjustments, you can’t find a more accurate sharpener than the Generation 3 Pro.

Best Buy of the Year: Spyderco Byrd Knife Cara Cara 2

Spyderco won two awards this year, including the Best Buy. This is a knife that offers the best design and performance for the money. The Byrd Cara Cara 2 is a lightweight folder with a 3.75-inch blade made of 8Cr13MoV steel. The least expensive iteration has a handle made of Black FRN with a midlock to keep the knife open. Since Byrd Knives are a sub-brand of Spyderco, they have a modified Spydie hole that’s just as easy and quick to deploy.

This is definitely a well-deserved recipient.

Most Innovative Imported Design: Fox Knives Desert Fox

Nice to see one of our customers taking home an award for “Most Innovative Imported Design” with our Damasteel Björkmans Twist???? #damasteelab #damasteel #damascus #BjörkmansTwist #award #FOX #FoxKnives #DesertFox #Atlanta #BladeShow2015 #mostinnovativeimporteddesign

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As I’ve said previously, the award for most innovative is my favorite because it showcases the ingenuity still present in a field that’s been around for thousands of years. The innovative imported design goes to the Desert Fox from Fox Knives. For those unfamiliar with the brand, Fox Knives is known for making knives of the highest quality.