Blade Magazine

07/08/2025

Summer Steel: June’s Hottest Custom and Production Knives You Need to Know: http://bit.ly/4ksqCpD

07/06/2025

Three top sharpeners help you determine the proper sharpening angle: http://bit.ly/4euJQcO

07/04/2025

🔪 Small Blades, Big Style 🔪

Don’t let the size fool you—these compact custom fixed blades are as capable as they are beautiful. Whether it’s for EDC, backup, or just showing off top-tier craftsmanship, these “Lovely Lilliputians” prove that great things come in small packages.

🔍 Explore some of the finest small-scale customs around.
https://blademag.com/buyers-guides/lovely-lilliputians-small-custom-fixed-blades-for-any-occasion

No need to go big to make a large impact, as these small fixed blades more than prove. Check out these gems.

07/02/2025

📚 A Legacy in Steel: The Lorenzis' Cutting Collection 📚

The Lorenzi family has curated one of the world’s most fascinating collections of blades—and now it’s all captured in Shining Blades, a stunning new book that celebrates their legacy.

From historic knives to rare scissors and razors, this is more than a collection—it’s a window into craftsmanship, culture, and time.

🔍 Get a look inside the pages and discover the story behind the steel.

Cutlery Hall-of-Famer's book showcase the most unique, historic and outlandish blades to enter their treasury.

06/30/2025

🔬 The Future of Knife Steel After Crucible 🔬

With Crucible Industries shuttering operations, the knife world is facing a major shift. What does it mean for premium steels like CPM 154, S30V, MagnaCut and others? And how will makers adapt?

🔍 Dive into what’s next for steel—and the industry that depends on it:
https://blademag.com/featured/knife-steel-after-crucible-industries-llc

With Crucible Industries shutting down Niagara will help fill the shoes of an industry icon by keeping it's super steels available.

06/28/2025

🌲 Rugged. Practical. Sustainable. 🌲

The KSW Custom Bushcrafter isn’t just built for the wild—it’s built with a conscience. Featuring an upcycled file blade and a handle made from recycled materials, this knife proves you don’t have to sacrifice performance for sustainability.

🔍 Get the full review and see why it’s a standout in the bushcraft world:
https://blademag.com/buyers-guides/ksw-custom-knives-bushcrafter-review-upcycled-edge
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The author baptizes the Bushcrafter BLADE® style. Is how this upcycled gem stands up to our bevy of tests in this review.

06/26/2025

🔪 Serrated Blades Need Love Too 🔪

Think serrated knives can’t be sharpened? Think again. With the right tools and technique, you can bring those teeth back to razor-sharp condition.

✅ Learn how to sharpen serrated blades the right way—step by step. https://blademag.com/featured/how-to-serrated-blade-sharpening-tips

The author tries out the Lansky Folding Tapered Diamond Rod Sharpener. Over the years I’ve written a number of articles on sharpening. I have also taught countless sharpening classes covering everything from knives, saws to Forstner bits. Sometimes you need a special tool to get the job done. In t...

06/21/2025

✂️ Dull Scissors? Not Anymore. ✂️

Whether you're working in the shop, kitchen, or craft room, a good scissor sharpener is a must-have.

We’ve rounded up the best scissor sharpeners on the market—so you can keep your edge sharp and your tools ready.

🔍 See the top picks:
https://blademag.com/buyers-guides/best-scissor-sharpeners-where-to-find-your-edge

Consider three cool tools to keep your scissors shearing sharp. We test them all to see which is your best bet at keeping your sears sharp.

06/19/2025

🧤 Gloves On. Blades Out. 🔪

Knives and gloves go hand in hand—literally. But not every glove plays nice with your favorite folder or fixed blade.

From grip to dexterity, here’s what you need to know when pairing gloves with knives in the field.

🔍 Read the full breakdown:
https://blademag.com/featured/gloves-and-knives

There are times gloves make all the sense in the world to use when using a knife and times they don't. See what the pros say.

06/17/2025

What happens when a master knifemaker draws inspiration from a Fender Jazzmaster? You get one seriously cool custom.

Lloyd Hale’s latest creation blends guitar design with blade craftsmanship in a way that hits all the right notes.

🔍 See the full story and detailed photos:
https://blademag.com/knife-collecting/cool-custom-lloyd-hales-fender-jazzmaster-knife

Lloyd Hale made the singular knife circa 2000 from the neck of a 1960s Fender Jazzmaster. A tuned in custom that's one-of-a-kind.

06/14/2025

⚔️ Two Legends. One Blade. ⚔️

When Allen Elishewitz and Les George team up, the result is pure tactical perfection. See how this dream Marine team brings elite design and field-ready function together.

🔍 Full story here.
https://blademag.com/knifemaking/dream-marine-team-allen-elishewitz-les-george-collabs

Discover the unique partnership of Les George and Allen Elishewitz, two Marine Corps veterans and top-tier custom tactical knifemakers.

06/12/2025

🪖 Blades Built for Battle 🪖

Today’s military knives blend modern materials with combat-proven designs—ready for the fight and the field.

🔍 See the top modern military knives in service now.
https://blademag.com/buyers-guides/modern-military-knives

These modern military knives blend history and innovation. See how they performed in real-world tests and what makes each one stand out.