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Ultimate Edge BS4 4-Piece Knife Sleeve Set $10.99 These knife blade covers safely contain sharp knife edges and simultaneously protect them from dulling during in-drawer storage or–for professionals–transportation in a cutlery case. This set includes four covers of varying sizes that are designed to fit an 8-inch chef’s knife, an 8-inch slicing knife’s narrower blade, a 6-inch utility knife, and a 3- or 4-inch paring knife. The polystyrene cons…

Wusthof Classic 3 1/2 inch Paring Knife 4066-9-7 $33.95 Wusthof 4066/9 Classic 3 1/2in. Paring Knife…

Rada Cutlery Filet Knife with Black Leather Scabbard, Made in USA (R200) $12.91 The Fillet Knife’s blade is incredibly sharp and flexible making fish cleaning a snap. The custom-designed rubber handle creates a non-slip grip for incredible comfort. 7 1/8 inch blade, 12 1/8 inch overall. Includes black leather scabbard. Like all Rada Cutlery, this item carries a lifetime guarantee against defects in workmanship….

Tops Knives 99 Shadow Hunter Sportsman Fixed Blade Knife with Black Linen Micarta Handles & Leather Sheath $132.95 Tops Shadow Hunter Sportsman Fixed Blade Knife: Model TP-99. 8 3/4″ overall. 4 3/4″ gray finish 1095 carbon steel blade. Full tang. Black linen micarta handles with lanyard hole. Brown leather belt sheath included. Made in the USA….

Combat Ready 1917 Trench Knife with Leather Belt Sheath Combat Ready Replica 1917 Trench Knife 13 1/4″ overall 8″ sharpened double edge dagger blade Brown wood handle Black coated steel knuckle guard Brown leather belt sheath Made in China…

Leatherman 931014 40-Bit Assortment for Leatherman Bit Drivers $15.00 …

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Basic Pouch Sheaths (DVD) $40.00 Paul Long started working with leather while attending Texas A & I back in 1951, and it remained a hobby of his until he retired in 1995. After retirement, Paul trained with a master boot and saddle maker for a year. This gave him a good foundation for taking his leather work into almost any direction. In 2004, Paul was asked to make some sheaths for a friend of his who made knives, and the re…

Leather Tips From a Master (Knife Sheath Tips) DVD $30.00 Paul Long started working with leather while attending Texas A&I back in 1951, and it remained a hobby of his until he retired in 1995. After retirement, Paul trained with a master boot and saddle maker for a year. This gave him a good foundation for taking his leather work into almost any direction. In 2004, Paul was asked to make some sheaths for a friend of his who made knives, and the rest is…

POCKETKNIFE CARE MADE EASY

There are literally thousands of articles on the web that outline various methods of caring for your knives.  In this article, I will break it down to the simplest terms – using the KISS principle “Keep It Simple Stupid” to describe how to ensure your favorite knife lasts you many years.  The information in this article is valid for all types of pocketknives, and can be used to care for all knives.

Whether you have one pocketknife or a huge collection of quality knives, including the full range of pocketknives, folding knives, fixed blade knives and pulti-purpose tools, you must maintain and care for them or they will deteriorate.  I remember once when I pulled my favorite knife out of the leather sheath for the first time in a year, it was all stained and the blade was covered with rust.

Maybe you just gave your son or daughter their first pocketknife and want to teach them how to care for it.  No matter if you are a hunter, hiker, camper, or wilderness backpacker, you know that a quality pocketknife is a valuable tool and, if properly cared for it will last you may years.

There are many brands of pocketknives and just as many levels of quality with varying degrees of corrosion resistance – suffice it to say knives made with lower quality metals will require somewhat more care to ensure they stay corrosion-free.  BUT for the purposes of this article, the prudent level of care described below should keep any knife in good working order.

HERE ARE SOME SIMPLE TIPS TO CARING FOR YOUR POCKETKNIVES

1.  USE YOUR POCKETKNIFE PROPERLY – Remember a knife is not a screwdriver and a screwdriver is not a knife:  Use your knife properly, cut only stuff your knife was made to cut – avoid cutting cardboard or paper and never use a cutting board made of glass, granite, or other hard substances.  And, of course, (but many people ignore this one) don’t use your pocketknife as a screwdriver, chisel or a pry-bar.

2.  STORING YOUR POCKETKNIFE – When not in use wipe your pocketknife lightly with oil ( a good silicone spray lubricant can also be used) and store it in a dry place. NEVER store your knife in its sheath – especially a leather sheath, as leather tends to hold moisture and can cause corrosion.

3.  CLEANING AND OILING – Many normal uses for your knife such as pealing citrus fruit, cleaning fish or skinning game can leave corrosive residues on your knife. After using your knife, always clean the entire knife with mild soapy water.  Then dry it thoroughly and apply a liberal coating of clean oil before putting it into storage.  Finally, if you don’t use the knife frequently, take it out 3-4 time a year to inspect it for corrosion, and apply a new coat of oil.  These actions will ensure a long life for your knife.

4.  SHARPENING – Always keep your pocketknives sharp.  A sharp knife is more efficient and easy to use.  There are a number of different styles of knife sharpeners – the three primary styles are sharpening stones, diamond sharpening sticks, and ceramic “crock sticks.”  All of these have their pros- and cons- but they all can sharpen knives effectively.  When sharpening your pocketknife, I recommend you sharpen to the original angles of the blade.  Just follow the instructions that came with the sharpener.  Remember there is no need to grind the knife away – go slowly and check progress after every few strokes and stop when you have reached the desired sharpness.  When done, don’t forget to wipe the blade clean and apply a light coat of oil or silicone protectant.

IN CONCLUSION – Take good care of your pocketknives and they will last for many years.

• Keep your pocketknife clean and dry.
• Oil your knife frequently; especially pivot points and the blade.
• Keep your knife sharp; a sharp blade is safer than a dull one.
• When not in use, remove your knife from the sheath and store in a dry environment

About the Author

Larry Clark is President of Clark Unlimited, Inc, a Florida based family owned internet marketing firm which focuses on providing quality products and world-class service at highly competitive discount prices. He is the founder of the website Knives at PocketKnivesPro.com – providing a wide variety of pocketknives, folding and fixed blade knives, as well as multi-purpose tools and sharpening tools from major manufacturers such as Buck, Case, Gerber, Leatherman and Victorinox.

is there anywhere I can have a quality leather knife sheath made to fit a specific knife?

I have an awesome knife I just bought but the sheath it came with is a flimsy nylon piece of crap. Does anyone know a place or what to do or where to go to get a leather sheath made that fits my knife like a glove?

Get a old boot or scrap leather and make one yourself.Google how to make one.Its really not all that hard.I have several that i made myself from old saddle leather that turned out pretty nice.

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