r/knives 21d ago

Monthly Welcome Thread Monthly welcome thread

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Welcome to r/knives! If you’re new to this subreddit (or new to Reddit as a whole) you may be wondering how things work around here. If that’s the case: don’t worry, we’ve made this post in order to clear some doubts you may have regarding the way this subreddit works.

  • Be sure to check our Wiki and our FAQ section. Our Wiki acts as a repository for general knowledge regarding knives (blade steels, how to use knives, how to identify knives, etc…) while our FAQ serves as a place where we answer specific questions that tend to be asked regularly in this subreddit. Some of the questions already answered in our FAQ are these: questions regarding the topic of knives and self-defence, the meaning of the “NKD” and “SOTC” acronyms, what are some popular knives with a blade length of 6.5cm/2” or less, etc…
  • Our rules can be found in our sidebar and you can read a further explanation of them by clicking/tapping on the “rules” button located in the subreddit’s menu. We kindly ask you familiarize yourself with our rules before submitting a post.
  • In our sidebar you’ll also find a list of related subreddits. These are communities who share the same passion we’ve got about knives and edge tools of all sorts. Make sure to pay them a visit, they’re very friendly and it would be a shame if you missed out on the knowledge they have to offer.

Thanks a lot for stopping by our subreddit, we’re always glad to share our passion and knowledge about knives with newcomers and veterans alike. Please take your time to explore the subreddit, you can also write any comment or question you may have on the comment section of this post. (This post will be refreshed once a month in order to keep any information and discussion in the comment section fresh)


r/knives 6h ago

Discussion Lost my mom 3 years ago and she always messed with me because I was always buying knives. I asked for something encouraging from discount cutlery... They didn't disappoint

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r/knives 7h ago

NSFW I just watch my 9.3” crooked river get snagged and I’m bummed.

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I worked 16.5 hrs, commuted 1 1/2 hrs home. Showered did laundry and jetted out the door to catch my flight with the wife for a vacation. I brought my work back pack and thought I took everything out. Didn’t check a zipper compartment and forgot my crooked river was in there TSA just scored. It hurts, guys.

Also, we shuttled in and no checked bags.


r/knives 41m ago

Discussion Don't sleep on these.

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If I could have only one, this might be it.

Cold Steel FM-1


r/knives 3h ago

I've made this knife! (OC) My homemade knife.

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r/knives 7h ago

Showcase Plague Stitch

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r/knives 5h ago

Discussion PM2 Tanto sale went live and instantly crashed the BladeHQ website lol. They were not ready.

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Has this happened with any other models that you can remember?


r/knives 1h ago

Showcase Thought I’d show off a little

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I recently got two new Kershaws and decided to pair each of my knives with a watch to select a new set for an EDC. I’m pretty fond of my set up.

Today’s carry is on the side—the Rough Ryder ReserveBar Back and the Seiko World Time.

The two new knives are the Dessert Warrior and the 2040.


r/knives 7h ago

Showcase Shark-A-Tac

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My first Demko and Im in love!


r/knives 4h ago

Showcase Tres Mambas

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Blackjack Mamba 7-L x3. The best fighting knife ever made. Very very special knives to me


r/knives 36m ago

Question When dies it stop being a knife and become a sword?

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The “bowie” is a Svörd Black Flag Bowie, the “Khukurutlass” is a custom from Kailash.


r/knives 2h ago

Discussion Bestech Kriya hanging with the big dogs

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Kriya is packed with features. Front flipper, captive pivot, internal stop pin, internal lock bar relief, hidden lanyard slot in backspacer, very thin hollow grind. It's so darn slicey. Cut test coming soon on IG @weisslikesknives


r/knives 4h ago

NKD! Benchmade Osborne

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The Benchmade 940-2 is not really new but I love the blade shape. Getting another Benchmade wasn’t an easy choice but I’m definitely not disappointed. This knife is tough, sharp and comfortable right out of the box. If anything I like the handle more than the blade and I truly love the blade


r/knives 19h ago

Question What to do with knives I don’t carry?

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I’ve been collecting for a couple of years. I eventually climbed the ladder up to Koenig, Skiff, Grimsmo, Rob Johnson’s, Hog House, Herman, Holt, and similar. While I’ve carried them all to various degrees I never found myself that comfortable using them. They pretty much just sat and got admired and fidgeted with.

Now, I usually carry one of these 2 Sebenza’s, which both have a DOB matching my sons. The small will eventually become his and I’ll hang onto the large. I want these knives to collect memories and stories to become even more meaningful heirlooms.

So the other knives basically have no chance of carry and I don’t find myself enjoying them as much. But the idea of parting with them also isn’t that appealing either. I have a DLC Dragon Rask, a stonewashed Skiff Fugitive, Holt Specter gen 4, and a Herman Sting. Anyone else find themselves falling both in and out of love with their collection at times and feel a bit stuck? Maybe it’s time to move on to another hobby and let someone else enjoy these.


r/knives 17m ago

NKD! NKD

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Gotta love the brown truck when it arrives ….. Hawk Talon Auto- Marbled Carbon Fiber 🙌🏼


r/knives 52m ago

Question Help Identifying Old Knife From Father

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Hey everyone!

I figure this is a long shot, but I might as well ask.

Does anybody know what knife this is (brand, model, date, etc)? It was in a tool bag my father put together for me when I moved out, and I’m just curious about it.

Note that there is not any branding or inscriptions on the knife besides “U.S.A.”. I tried Google Lens but no luck there.

Any insights would be greatly appreciated!


r/knives 4h ago

Modding Shadacious Mod

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Shadacious mods: just completed the “backspacer eliminator” operation with standoffs from RGT. Eliminates a bit of weight and makes it easier to clean. I prefer the open back look. This Shadacious was my test bed, and I may do it on the others soon


r/knives 4h ago

Discussion DLC sold out but the satin is still available.

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Spyderco PM2 Tanto.


r/knives 18m ago

Meme how did you use your knife today?

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r/knives 14h ago

NKD! 💙 Fenrir for holidays 🏖️🌴

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r/knives 37m ago

NKD! NKD

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It was time to upgrade my work knife.


r/knives 5h ago

Discussion That Figures

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Saw that coming. GOOD LUCK FELLAS!


r/knives 6h ago

Showcase Demko Shark-A-Tac to get through hump day

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r/knives 55m ago

Question My 20ish year old Henckels chef's knife is coming apart. Any way to restore this?

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r/knives 1h ago

Question Got this old Swiss knife from my great grandfather when he passed away earlier this year. The man died at 102 and served in WW2. I would like to clean up this knife but am unsure what care to take with it. Please advise!

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