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The 12th president was and is a hot knife commodity. See what we said about the Zachary Taylor bowie.
Two Generations Of Dennehy Knives Now At The Alamo
John Dennehy's replica of his father Dan D Alamo Bowie was accepted by the site on the 190th Anniversary of the historic battle.
Ed Fowler: Custom Knifemaker, Writer, Teacher Passes
Fowler had a lasting impact on handmade knives and knife writing.
The cutlery world recently lost one of its most steadfast creators and philosophers. Ed...
Steve Shackleford: It’s Been a Whole Buncha Fun!
After more than 40 years at the helm, "Mr. Blade" hangs it up.
It had to happen sometime and that time is now. After over...
Bob Loveless’ Influence Still Touches Those Closest To Him
Robin Askew moves on, but her father (Bob Loveless) remains there for her.
What Knife Would Jim Bowie Carry Today?
If he were in his prime today, Jim’s EDCs would run the gamut.
Growing Up Loveless: Reflections On The Master From His Daughter
Robin Askew reflects on being the daughter of Bob Loveless.
50 Years Ago In BLADE: Your Friendly Airport Knife Shop
Not only could you carry knives on flights, you could buy them in airports.
A knife shop in an airport is not exactly something you...
50 Years Ago In BLADE: Buster Warenski
BLADE Magazine Cutlery Hall-of-Fame® member Buster Warenski was the subject of an extensive six-page profile a half century ago in the January/February 1976 issue...
Randall Airman: USMC Prototype Carried By The Father Of Marine Helicopters
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Was This The Best BLADE Cover?
The American Blade Cover saluted the Marines’ bicentennial in grand fashion.
50 Years Ago In Blade: Tomahawks–War Clubs To Modern Masterpieces
The tomahawk, from its American Indian origins to its modern renaissance as a highly sought-after custom-forged tool and defensive weapon.
Arnold M. Chernoff offered a...
50 Years Ago In BLADE: Knives Of The OSS
The May-June 1975 American Blade covered the CIA-forerunner’s knives.
Blunted Blades And Knife Bans: England Has Gone Over The Edge
England has gone quite crackers with their latest knife crime solutions.
Tru Balance Knife Co.: 75 Years And Still On Target
Born as a side hustle, the legendary throwing knife company continues to hit the mark.
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