David C. Andersen
Spyderco’s All Time Greatest Hits
Spyderco has become famous for their precise edge geometries and for their instantly recognizable leaf-shaped blades with trademarked Round Hole Opener, an elegant solution for a one hand opening blade, allowing left or right handed use without the need for protruding thumb studs. They have some of the most hardcore of knife fans out there and for good reason....
How to Sharpen Your Knives with a Spyderco Sharpmaker
The Spyderco Sharpmaker is one of our favorite recommendations for folks who are looking for an easy way to sharpen blades. I have given several as wedding gifts over the years and one of them lives in my kitchen as well. We've even got one here at our office that we all use to keep our edges in tip-top...
Buck 110 Slim Pro vs Spyderco Endura (and the 112 Slim Pro vs Delica)
The big news from Buck last year was a comprehensive update of the Buck 110 Folding Hunter and Buck 112 Ranger. Dubbed the 110 Slim and 112 Slim, these new knives are thinner, lightweight, and the Pro versions sport high-performance blade steel and handle material. As such, the natural competition for these models has shifted, and we think the...
How To: Pick the Best First Butterfly Knife
Balisongs, more commonly referred to as butterfly knives have been widely popular for some time now, and it is easy to see the appeal. They have their roots in the Filipino martial arts, but nowadays most people use them to perform tricks. You can see folks showing off their skills in movies and all over the internet. Thing is,...
Kitchen Knife Review: Shun Sora Collection
The Shun Sora Collection brings Shun's premium cutting experience into a more affordable price range. They are a step above entry-level blades in terms of cost, but they represent an incredible value, offering materials and performance that are a cut above their competitors. There are a full range of options available in the lineup, from paring knives to serrated knives...