Blade

BLADE magazine is the world’s #1 knife publication, covering all aspects of the industry: knifemaking, how-to’s, collecting, legislation and knife rights, and much more. Inside each issue you’ll find: Coverage of the hottest and most collectible handmade knives and their values Complete listings of the industry's most important shows and events Knife collecting tips from the experts The most up-to-date knife legislation info

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COVER STORY

BLADE at 50

THE LIKABLE SPIKE • Today’s tactical spike hawks are cross-cultural survivors

They’ve Got Your Tac • For your edge-ification: tantalizing tactical knives and more

TACTICAL, THY NAME IS VARIETY • Chances are the tactical custom knife you’re looking for is already available

Balis Fly! • The latest versions are designed by flippers based on customer feedback

POINTS TO PONDER • When it comes to penetration, tantos take a backseat to no one

TANTO SHARPENING TIPS

WHERE TO GET ’EM

HOW TO BUILD A BACKYARD POWER HAMMER • In part one, the author examines why a power hammer may or may not be for you

WARNING!

THE HOUSE THAT MORAN BUILT • The Moran Bladesmith and Artisan Academy is a reality in Maryland

MORAN MUSEUM & FOUNDATION

Salt Lake SURPRISE PART II • The balance of the BLADE Show West judging winners are way cool

SHOP DUMP ERNEST EMERSON • Two of the top tactical makers anywhere talk shop

RJ MARTIN

CAUTION: WIDE LOAD! • The Basilisk is a lightweight fixed blade that cuts well above its weight class

THE LONG AND WINDING ROAD • The author’s knifemaking career started very early and continues unabated

WIN A KNIFE!

SHOW CALENDAR • Note: Events with an asterisk (*) have knives and knife accessories as the main/sole focus. Events with two asterisks (**) are knifemaking seminars or symposiums, cutting competitions, auctions, or other knife-related events.

WHERE TO NET ’EM

Wolfe’s Tooth • Wolfgang Loerchner’s flipper folder makes tactical elegant