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Best Survival Knife with a Firestarter: 6 Top Choices [2026]

Posted on November 13, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

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By far, one of the most important tools for the budding outdoorsman is the survival knife. And if that survival knife can include a built-in firestarter, even better!

Before we get started, here’s some very quick tips on what to look for in a survival knife. This is general advice, so feel free to take it or not depending on what you specifically want to do with your knife.

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Filed Under: Blog, Hunting Knives

Buck Spitfire Review [2026]

Posted on November 8, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

Buck Spitfire

A good everyday knife comes in handy in more ways than one. And the Buck Spitfire is a great everyday knife.

Most people think of knives and either attribute it to the kitchen or outdoors. Buck’s Everyday Carry knives showcase a different kind of knife. The practicality of these small compact knives often goes farther than you think.

The Buck 722 Spitfire is one of their most popular designs in a foldable everyday carry silhouette. And as you’ll see below, it’s easy to see why.

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Filed Under: Buck Knives, Reviews

How to Sharpen Japanese Knives

Posted on November 8, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

Owning a Japanese knife is a great asset in the kitchen. But to get the most out of them, you need to sharpen them. The edge of knives naturally dull out after prolonged use, so sharpening them is your best guarantee to keep the knives as sharp as day one. But learning how to sharpen Japanese knives is not difficult.

Below is a quick guide on what you need to sharpen and care for almost any Japanese knife, as well as the step-by-step process in doing so.

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Buck Reaper Review: A Low-Cost Survival Knife [2026]

Posted on November 8, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

Buck Reaper Review

Survival-craft is one of the key things to learn outdoors. Most of the time, you may come across a problem that modern life has rendered obsolete. In these moments, you’ll need to rely on your wits as well as what you currently have on you.

It pays, then, to be prepared when you need to be.

Equip yourself properly with the right plan, the right clothes, and especially the right survival gear. A survival knife is a must-have, and the Buck 620 Reaper is a solid choice if you’re on a budget.

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Buck Selkirk Review: A Look at the Buck 863 [2026]

Posted on November 7, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

buck 863 selkirk

Not everyone is an adept hunter or outdoorsman. Some people just enjoy the occasional hunting or camping trip with friends and family. Still, that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be well equipped to do so. But where would you even start if you had little to no experience in picking gear?

Luckily Buck has your back with one of their most straightforward knives, the Buck Selkirk 863. Let’s take a look.

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Filed Under: Buck Knives, Hunting Knives, Reviews

Dalstrong Knives Review: 7 of their Best Knives [2026]

Posted on November 4, 2020 Written by Joseph Stein

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When you think about high-quality kitchen knives, your mind might go directly to long-standing brands. These are groups that have been in the market almost as long as kitchen knives have been used.

However, this kind of thinking discounts the quality and novelty a newer brand can give. Dalstrong takes all the learnings from these brands and improves upon it, entering the market at an attractive price for the quality it provides.

Take a look at the different Dalstrong Knives and how Dalstrong offers innovation mixed with traditional design.

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Filed Under: Blog, Kitchen Knives, Reviews

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