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13 Black Buck Knives for Every Need [2025]

Posted on August 1, 2021 Written by James Elliott

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If you’re in the market for a knife, there aren’t many brands out there than Buck. The Buck family have been making knives since 1902 but the well known American brand began manufacturing at scale in the 1960s. While black buck knives weren’t particularly popular then, they’re making a comeback today.

It’s this history that makes Buck one of the most reputable and well-respected knife manufacturers on the market specializing in both fixed and folding models.

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Filed Under: Blog, Buck Knives, Camping Knives

5 Best Japanese Cleavers from Shun, Zhen & Dalstrong [2025]

Posted on July 30, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

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Fresh ingredients, experience, and unique recipes are key elements to cooking an excellent dish. However, there’s one “ingredient” that’s missing from this picture: a good chef’s knife.

Even with fresh ingredients and a great recipe, it’s impossible to create a dish without a knife. In the case of chopping meat or vegetables, you need the right cleaver. And if you’re reading this article, more specifically, you’re probably looking for the right Japanese cleaver!

We’ve carefully researched the best cleavers in the market today, and narrowed it down to 5 of the best Japanese cleavers. Let’s go.

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Filed Under: Blog, Kitchen Knives

5 ESEE Izula Alternatives for a Small Fixed Blade EDC [2025]

Posted on July 21, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

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ESEE izula alternatives

In the world of small fixed blade EDCs, the Izula is arguably the most well-known knife.

Naturally though, it’s not for everyone. Maybe it’s too small, maybe you prefer a different design, a stainless steel, maybe it’s too big even. Whatever the reason, I’ll try to help you find some options for good ESEE Izula alternatives.

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Filed Under: Blog, EDC Knives, Knife Alternatives

8 Great Options for a Large Hunting Knife [2025]

Posted on July 20, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

Options for a large hunting knife

Bigger isn’t always better when it comes to hunting knives, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t some great larger knives out there.

If you want something a little bigger to take out into the field, at camp, or for preparing game, you’re in the right place. We’ll take a look at what classifies as ‘large’ hunting knives exactly, the pros/cons of having a bigger knife, and 8 options to suit every taste and wallet size.

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Filed Under: Blog, Hunting Knives

5 CRKT CEO Pocket Knife Alternatives [2025]

Posted on July 20, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

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Designed by Richard Rogers, the CRKT CEO is popular for it’s no-nonsense, slim, simple design.

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Filed Under: Blog, EDC Knives, Knife Alternatives

5 Buck 110 Alternatives: Lighter & Cheaper [2025]

Posted on July 18, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

buck 110

For the past 50 years, the Buck 110 has held it’s place as one of the most popular folding hunters of all time. It’s a great knife, and for good reason.

Like any knife though, it can’t be perfect in every situation. Whether you find it too heavy, too outdated, or too fiddly to open — this article will help you find an alternative. Today we’re taking a look at several alternatives to Buck’s classic Folding Hunter. Read on for some Buck 110 alternatives.

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Filed Under: Blog, Buck Knives, Camping Knives

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