Tag Archives: Fixed Blade Knife

Kiku Matsuda Custom Knives

I have always been drawn to the visual artistry and powerful lines of Kiku Matsuda’s knives.  Blade Show could have been my financial stateroom on the Andrea Doria, but by not bringing cash and stoically ignoring my credit card, I … Continue reading

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Jason Brous Triple Threat Becomes the SOG Growl

Despite my time being short at Blade Show 2013, I just had to swing by Jason Brous’ display to converse with him.  The backstory of this twenty-something year old maker is told in the unusual angles and curves in his … Continue reading

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CRKT Alan Folts S.P.E.W. Fixed Blade Knife

Custom knifemaker Alan Folts began his career crafting art knives in the mid-1990’s.  He won awards for his edgy visions.  Of late, Mr. Folts has been collaborating with Columbia River Knife and Tool to make production versions of two of his custom … Continue reading

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ESEE Izula Knife Review

Paraponera Clavata would have made an unfortunate disease-worthy name for a knife.  And it would not have fit along the length of a 2.75″ blade.  But, the Peruvians call this particular genus and species of fierce indigenous ant the isula!  … Continue reading

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Make Your Own Knives

A few years ago, I had some time and some tools, so I decided to make my own knife.  Back then, I needed a heavy duty knife/pry bar as I was in SWAT.  The knife you see above is the … Continue reading

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