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Category: Knife Knowledge

A sharp edge means nothing without solid knife knowledge behind it. This is where we dive deep into blade steel, knife anatomy, maintenance tips, sharpening techniques, and what really separates a quality blade from dead weight. Whether you’re new to knives or refining your skills, you’ll find information here that’s practical, detailed, and grounded in real use.

The 5 Knife Steels You Should Actually Care About (And Why the Rest Don’t Matter)

Posted on July 3, 2025July 31, 2025 by Jake Thompson

When it comes to the best knife steels for EDC, the talk can get overwhelming fast. Charts, specs, metallurgical breakdowns, it’s a mess. Most of it doesn’t help you in the field or on your belt. If you actually use your knives, here’s the short version: you only need to know five steels that pull…

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