The BUDK Blog - Interesting Articles About Weaponry & All Things BUDK

Welcome To The BUDK Blog. BUDK is the largest online retailer of knives and swords in the world, with the lowest prices to boot! We also happen to like knives, swords, axes, tomahawks, guns and more. So, we're going to write lots of interesting articles about those things, and other "BUDK-ish" subjects for you to learn about here. Enjoy the Blog!

What is a Push Dagger?

Date Published: 2023-09-11

By Desiree Weeks In the world of edged weapons, there's a category that stands apart for its unique design and fascinating history – push daggers. Also known as push knives or punch daggers, these compact weapons have a ri... read more

Enter the World of Helmet Collecting

Date Published: 2023-09-04

By Desiree Weeks While we are certainly known for our weapons, I thought it’d be cool to take some time to focus on some of the unique helms and helmets we have here at BudK. Helmets, a word derived from the Old English w... read more

Personalized Knives: The Perfect Gift Idea

Date Published: 2023-08-28

By Desiree Weeks Many people love the idea of always having a knife on them, whether for emergencies, safety, or just small cutting tasks that seem to always arise in everyday life. While picking out a knife for a loved o... read more

Multitasking with the Multi-Tool

Date Published: 2023-08-21

By Desiree Weeks Who doesn't love a multi-tool? A multi-tool is a handheld device that can perform a variety of functions in one easy-to-carry piece. You can find them as small as a keychain or in larger sizes to carry in... read more

Hidden in Plain Sight: Favorite Hidden Blades from BudK

Date Published: 2023-08-14

By Desiree Weeks When it comes to self-defense, having a weapon that isn’t blatantly obvious can be a literal lifesaver. Weapons can be hidden within even the most unassuming of items, such as belts, bracelets, canes, and ... read more

Bowie Knife Basics

Date Published: 2023-08-07

By Desiree Weeks When Crocodile Dundee famously said, “That’s not a knife… THAT’S a knife” and pulled out a Bowie knife against a would-be mugger in the 1986 film, I think we all agreed that Bowie knives are indeed an impr... read more

Meet the Machete

Date Published: 2023-07-31

By Desiree Weeks When it comes to prepping for your next outdoor excursion, you’re going to want to make sure you have an effective tool for the trek. If you know you’ll be facing potentially overgrown trails and needing t... read more

Picking an EDC

Date Published: 2023-07-24

By Desiree Weeks When searching for the perfect everyday carry (EDC) knife, several factors should be considered as the options can be overwhelming. That's where we come in. Whether you're an office worker in need of a co... read more

The Art of Knife Throwing

Date Published: 2023-07-17

By Desiree Weeks While knife throwing was once more associated with sideshow acts and stage performances, it has now become a hobby that anyone can enjoy (although we recommend using inanimate targets rather than humans). ... read more

Weapons of Days Past

Date Published: 2023-07-10

By Desiree Weeks As the saying goes, history tends to repeat itself and, when it comes to weaponry, that’s quite true. Many of today’s modern weapons have roots that can be traced back to historic weapons used during wars ... read more

Blade Maintenance: Never Lose Your Edge

Date Published: 2023-07-03

By Desiree Weeks Buying a blade is certainly an exciting time, but it’s important to remember the regular maintenance required to keep it in pristine condition. While the frequency for maintenance will depend on if this i... read more

A Discussion on Daggers

Date Published: 2023-06-26

By Desiree Weeks A dagger is a close combat weapon that usually has a double-edged blade and piercing point for thrusting and stabbing. More decorative versions of this fighting knife can be found throughout history for ri... read more

Lights, Camera, ACTION!

Date Published: 2023-06-19

By Desiree Weeks When you think of an action star, a few names probably come to mind and I’m willing to bet one of those names is Sylvester Stallone. He’s had a spectacular career spanning decades that is still going stro... read more

Delving into Gaming and Anime with BudK

Date Published: 2023-06-12

By Desiree Weeks There’s honestly never been a better time to be an anime and video game fan. In recent years, there’s been a wave of great new media to enjoy along with revivals of older, beloved gems. There has also been... read more

Which Axe is Right for You?

Date Published: 2023-06-05

By Desiree Weeks On the surface, an axe is one of the most basic tools out there with just an axe head on a handle. But how much do you know about the different types under the axe umbrella? Axes have been used for centur... read more

Father’s Day 2023 Gift Guide

Date Published: 2023-05-29

By Desiree Weeks Father’s Day is coming up June 18 and we are sure to have something that your dad doesn’t already own. Trust us when we say he’ll appreciate these gifts more than a tie or pair of socks. For the Outdoorsm... read more

Train Like A Ninja

Date Published: 2023-05-22

By Desiree Weeks Ninjas have long been popular in folktales, films, and comics and, much like ninjas themselves, their history is also a bit shrouded in mystery. The name “ninja” translates to “one who is invisible” and “s... read more

Anatomy of a Fixed Blade

Date Published: 2023-05-15

By Desiree Weeks When it comes to tools, one of the oldest, tried and true pieces is the fixed blade knife. As one of the earliest tools, it’s believed that knives date back 2.5 million years when they were made of wood, b... read more

Becoming a Butterfly Knife Master

Date Published: 2023-05-08

By Desiree Weeks Butterfly knives, also known as balisongs or fan knives, are some of the most easily identifiable knives on the market. Their distinct appearance set it apart with the blade being held between its two hand... read more

Get Ready to Hunt with a New Crossbow

Date Published: 2023-05-01

By Desiree Weeks When it comes to hunting, some people are dedicated to guns and some prefer to throw it back to a simpler time by using bows. Each has their own merits and combining the two is a great way to have the best... read more

Staying Safe with Night Watchman

Date Published: 2023-04-24

By Desiree Weeks The Night Watchman brand is known for quality personal protection and defense pieces to help keep you and your loved ones safe. Whether at home, at work, or on the go, Night Watchman has a perfectly crafte... read more

Knife Sets

Date Published: 2023-04-17

By Desiree Weeks Knives are one of the oldest tools known to humanity, appearing at least 2.5 million years ago, with earlier pieces being made from wood, bone, and stone. Since that time, we’ve seen how they’ve evolved in... read more

The Anatomy of a Pocket Knife

Date Published: 2023-04-10

By Desiree Weeks A pocket knife is, at its simplest, a knife that can be folded and carried in a pocket, bag, or wherever. While it may have a basic definition, there’s so much more to pocket knives than that. There’s diff... read more

Sword Types Throughout History

Date Published: 2023-04-03

By Desiree Weeks Swords have been a tried-and-true weapon of choice for centuries. Their origin can be traced back to the Bronze Age of 3300 BC. They evolved from knives and daggers when construction of longer blades becam... read more

Are Switchblades Illegal?

Date Published: 2023-03-27

By Desiree Weeks What is a switchblade? An automatic knife, better known as a switchblade, is a knife that can release its blade automatically through the use of a button, lever, or switch. Almost all switchblades have a b... read more

What is a Tachi?

Date Published: 2023-03-20

By Desiree Weeks Japan has a rich tradition of crafting beautiful swords that spans centuries and many collectors covet the swords worn by the samurai class. One type of sword worn by the samurai class of feudal Japan is ... read more

What is Pakkawood?

Date Published: 2023-03-13

By Desiree Weeks There are a lot of options available for knife handles, each with their own unique look and feel. One such option is pakkawood. An expertly engineered composite material, pakkawood is created from wood and... read more

Stilettos: Stylish, Sleek, and Substantial

Date Published: 2023-03-06

By Desiree Weeks Knives come in all shapes and sizes, but one of the most recognizable has to be the sleek and stylish stiletto. A stiletto is distinct with its long, slender blade and needle-like point. First developed in... read more

Self-Defense with Discretion

Date Published: 2023-02-27

By Desiree Weeks We’ve all heard at least once in our lives that it’s “better to be safe than sorry.” In today’s everchanging climate, it’s important to always be aware of your surroundings and be ready for whatever might ... read more

Going Medieval with Spiked Maces

Date Published: 2023-02-20

By Desiree Weeks One weapon that has been around since the Old Stone Age is the mace. It’s most commonly known as a blunt weapon with a heavy head on the end of a handle. The name “mace” comes from the French “masse” which... read more

Samurai Swords: Bringing History to Life

Date Published: 2023-02-13

By Desiree Weeks From the late 12th century until being abolished in the 1870s, the samurai were members of the Japanese warrior caste. They proved themselves as adept warriors when it came to fighting the invading Mongols... read more

Carry Damascus Steel Wherever You Go

Date Published: 2023-02-06

By Desiree Weeks A Bit About Damascus Steel Damascus steel has a rich history dating back thousands of years. It all began with Wootz steel imported from Southern India. Wootz steel is created by melting cast iron, iron a... read more

Hone your skills with a bokken

Date Published: 2023-01-30

By Desiree Weeks Behind every master swordsman is sure to be years of practicing the craft. Bokkens are a great way to minimize injury while learning the ways of the sword. These practice swords get their names from the Ja... read more

Build your collection with Gerber

Date Published: 2023-01-23

By Desiree Weeks Ready to add a new piece of quality gear to your collection? Check out all the best products from Gerber. Gerber creates products that are uniquely designed to meet the needs of the user and can truly stan... read more

Meet the versatile M9 Bayonet

Date Published: 2023-01-16

By Desiree Weeks The bayonet is an ever-evolving weapon that has a long history dating all the way back to the 16th century. What originally began as a blade that would be placed into the barrel of a rifle, turning it into... read more

Turning Fantasy to Reality with Kit Rae

Date Published: 2023-01-09

By Desiree Weeks If you’re looking for high quality, one-of-a-kind fantasy weapons, you won’t find anything better than those straight from the mind of Kit Rae. A master in his craft, Kit Rae is globally known as one of th... read more

Out with the Old, In with the New

Date Published: 2023-01-02

By Desiree Weeks Get it before it’s gone! This is your chance to snag some of these great products before they’re gone! You don’t want to miss out on quality gear at rock bottom prices. M48 Tsunami Dagger Looking for a tw... read more

Spend Your Christmas Cash BudK Style

Date Published: 2022-12-26

By Desiree Weeks Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean the giving has to end. BudK is the perfect place to spend some Christmas cash and make sure you’re well prepared for whatever 2023 has in store. Here are ten ho... read more

Gifts for Knife Users

Date Published: 2022-12-19

By Desiree Weeks Make it a point this holiday season to gift the best knives around. BudK has the largest selection of high-quality knives anywhere online. BudK’s broad range of inventory covers a variety of knives and is ... read more

Gifts from Middle Earth

Date Published: 2022-12-12

By Desiree Weeks Looking for one gift to rule them all? The one-of-a-kind gift for the Lord of the Rings fan in your life (or for yourself) can be found among the officially licensed products at BudK. Each is a screen acc... read more

Benchmade Automatic Knives Take The Lead

Date Published: 2022-12-05

By Adelia Ladson Why Choose Benchmade? Founded, in 1987, on the belief that "real quality means forever", Benchmade is an All-American company that has grown from a small machine shop in Southern California to a world-clas... read more

SOG Knives: Forged Out Of Tradition, Hardened In The Field

Date Published: 2022-11-28

By Adelia Ladson About SOG Knives SOG Knives was started by knife designer Spencer Frazer in 1986, when he first saw the Vietnam SOG Bowie, which was carried by members of the US special ops unit - the MACV-SOG. He started... read more

BudK 2022 Gift Guide

Date Published: 2022-11-21

By Adelia Ladson It's hard to believe but the holidays are already here. If you haven't started your holiday gift shopping yet, you may already be behind the curve. How about we make it completely easy for you? The Bud K G... read more

How To Use A Butterfly Knife

Date Published: 2022-11-14

By Adelia Ladson What's A Butterfly Knife The butterfly knife has been around in popular culture for generations, so, I'm confident that most of you are familiar with it. However, just in case, you have never heard of this... read more

Belts For More Than Holding Up Your Pants

Date Published: 2022-11-07

By Adelia Ladson When you have a battle belt or tactical belt as a part of your gear, whether it's for hunting and shooting or camping and surviving, it will pull everything together - literally. It expands your capacity t... read more

Bear & Son Cutlery Butterfly Knives

Date Published: 2022-10-31

By Adelia Ladson A Little History Since 1991, Bear & Son Cutlery has developed a rich family tradition that includes a skilled and experienced work force. The factory is fully self-contained, doing everything in-house from... read more

Different Types of Swords

Date Published: 2022-10-24

By Adelia Ladson Developing from the dagger during the Bronze Age, swords have slashed and thrust their way through centuries, shaping history through battles and single combat. They have continued to change and evolve int... read more

Where Did Nunchucks Come From?

Date Published: 2022-10-17

By Adelia Ladson A History Of Nunchucks Nunchucks, also spelled "nunchakus", are a traditional Okinawan martial arts weapon. The most popular belief is that this weapon came from the threshing tools that farmers used. Anot... read more

What's Kukri Knife?

Date Published: 2022-10-10

By Adelia Ladson A Kukri Knife Is... Acting as both a knife and an axe, the machete is one of the most versatile fixed blades that you can own. They come in a variety of styles and the kukri is a Nepalese machete originall... read more

The Lord of The Rings Customer Favorites

Date Published: 2022-10-03

By Adelia Ladson Any sword collector or movie prop enthusiast can tell you that some of the most coveted collectibles are pieces from the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. United Cutlery, the premier manufacturer of high-qualit... read more

An EDC Self-Defense Knife

Date Published: 2022-09-19

By Adelia Ladson A good everyday carry knife is even better if it’s also well-suited as a self-defense weapon. There are too many situations to name, here, that would make using a knife to defend yourself. Just because you... read more

The Top Five Pocket Knife Brands

Date Published: 2022-09-12

By Adelia Ladson A pocket knife is an investment in a tool that can be used to help you with everyday cutting tasks. It’s important that you choose the one that’s going to meet all of your needs and, most importantly, last... read more

A USA Made Blade

Date Published: 2022-09-05

By Adelia Ladson “Buy American” is an important concept to lots of folks and I’ve had friends ask me where they can buy the top American made knives. So, I’ve put together a list of the top five brands that have cornered t... read more

What’s A Mace Weapon?

Date Published: 2022-08-29

By Adelia Ladson Some form of club has been used as a weapon ever since Primitive Man picked up a good, hefty stick and hit his neighbor over the head with it. The mace weapon was the evolution of the simple wooden club wi... read more

Collection Knives Make A Great Investment

Date Published: 2022-08-22

By Adelia Ladson If you’re a knife collector, you already know this but if you’re not or are just starting in knife-collecting, most likely you don’t. Knives make a great investment because, as long as you take care of the... read more

Non-Metallic Knives Won’t Raise An Alarm

Date Published: 2022-08-15

By Adelia Ladson Carrying a knife, without raising alarms, can be necessary for self-defense or for undercover ops. A non-metallic knife is what you need since it’s undetectable by metal detectors and is generally non-refl... read more

Put Real Power In Your Punch: Knuckle Stun Guns

Date Published: 2022-08-01

By Adelia Ladson The Seriousness Of Self-Defense Self-defense is an important aspect of life that you need to consider. Bad things really do happen! Whether you’re jogging at night in your neighborhood or walking to your c... read more

A Hidden Blade Is Your Best Friend

Date Published: 2022-07-25

By Adelia Ladson There are situations and environments that you may find yourself in that requires you to be prepared with a self-defense weapon in case it’s needed. The best way to do that is with a hidden blade that can ... read more

Know Your Pocket Knives

Date Published: 2022-07-18

By Adelia Ladson What’s A Pocket Knife? A pocket knife is simply a knife with a blade that folds out or “opens” from the handle, where it is housed when not in use. The idea being that it will easily fit in the pocket for ... read more

What’s A Tanto Blade?

Date Published: 2022-07-11

By Adelia Ladson What Does A Tanto Blade Look Like? A tanto blade has a distinct profile that has an acutely angled tip that kinda looks like a chisel tip. This gives two cutting edges, the edge that extends from the handl... read more

A Sword Fit For A King

Date Published: 2022-07-04

By Adelia Ladson The Meaning Behind A King’s Sword A King’s Sword is a symbol of the greatness of his reign, based on its opulence, and a symbol of his royal and divine power and authority. It was used to knight warriors w... read more

Kerambit or Karambit?

Date Published: 2022-06-27

By Adelia Ladson When you’re looking for that knife that has a curved blade and an open ring pommel, do you search online for “karambit” or “kerambit”? Which one is the right name? Is one of them a misspelling? Nope. They’... read more

A Steel Baton For Self-Defense

Date Published: 2022-06-20

By Adelia Ladson Batons Simply put, a baton is a striking weapon, which is one of the earliest types of weapon in history. Batons are carried by law enforcement officers worldwide and most have a collapsible design. But th... read more

What’s A Claymore Sword?

Date Published: 2022-06-13

By Adelia Ladson A Little Bit Of Claymore Sword History Used in the late Medieval period, the Claymore Sword was used, in the Scottish Highlands, to fight each other and the English. It is a type of broadsword, and its nam... read more

Neck Knives Put Blades In Easy Reach

Date Published: 2022-06-06

By Adelia Ladson What’s A Neck Knife? A neck knife is not only a discreet self-defense weapon but also puts a tool within easy reach for simple cutting tasks. These mini fixed blades come in a variety of sizes with a varie... read more

What Do You Get When You Cross A Butterfly Knife And A Comb?

Date Published: 2022-05-30

By Adelia Ladson Here, at BudK, we love to push the envelope on the uniqueness of products that we carry. We’re always on the look-out for something new to offer our customers. To that end, we took another look at knife co... read more

Knives That Have Finger-Rings In Their Blades

Date Published: 2022-05-23

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Finger-Ring’s Purpose? Throughout the years, finger-rings have been integrated into fixed blade knife handles. From the ringed pommel of the karambit to the rings along the handle of the trench k... read more

What’s A Skinning Knife?

Date Published: 2022-05-16

By Adelia Ladson Basically, a skinning knife is just what its name says. It’s a knife designed to separate an animal’s skin from its flesh. It is razor-sharp and strong so that it will easily cut through the tough hide of ... read more

What’s A Seax?

Date Published: 2022-05-09

By Adelia Ladson Seax Beginnings The name of this type of knife literally translates to “knife” in Old English. The Saxons actually drew their name, as a people, from this knife. It was used by Germanic peoples following t... read more

Did Vikings Carry Swords?

Date Published: 2022-05-02

By Adelia Ladson Who Were The Vikings? Made legendary in songs, books, films and television series, the Vikings were a fierce seafaring people. They came from the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Denmark and Sweden to att... read more

What Does 1095 High Carbon Steel Mean On A Blade?

Date Published: 2022-04-18

By Adelia Ladson Before I get into what it means when you see “1095 High Carbon Steel” stamped on a blade, let me tell you why It’s important. Importance Of Steel Type When looking to buy a knife, it’s essential to consid... read more

What Is A Kubaton?

Date Published: 2022-04-11

By Adelia Ladson History Of The Kubaton A kubotan is a keychain weapon developed by Takayuki Kubota in the late Sixties based on the hashi stick, an invention of his father. It’s usually no longer than 5 1/2” and about a 1... read more

Five Types Of Swords

Date Published: 2022-04-04

By Adelia Ladson Swords have slashed and thrust their way through centuries, shaping history through battles and single combat. Developing from the dagger during the Bronze Age, they have continued to change and evolve int... read more

A Tactical Backpack That Has Your Back

Date Published: 2022-03-14

By Adelia Ladson You need to have a tactical backpack that you can count on. Whether it’s for a combat mission or for bugging-out, you need a backpack that will carry everything that you need in an easy-to-reach, organized... read more

What’s A Machete?

Date Published: 2022-03-07

By Adelia Ladson A Brief History Of The Machete Today’s machetes have their beginnings in ancient Greece’s kopis, the falchion of the Medieval Age, the Germanic seax and the dao of Chinese tradition. The broad-bladed, heav... read more

Self-Defense Keychains Are Power In Your Palm

Date Published: 2022-02-28

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need A Self-Defense Keychain? With aggravated assault numbers starting to rise over the past five years, after steadily dropping for 30 years, you should be even more vigilant about your personal ... read more

Top Ten Samurai Swords

Date Published: 2022-02-14

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Samurai Sword? The Samurai sword, also called a katana, is a Japanese sword used by Samurai in feudal Japan. It has a curved, single-edged blade that is slender and a square or circular tsuba (gu... read more

Hard-Hitting Tactical Gloves

Date Published: 2022-02-07

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need Tactical Gloves? You need a good quality pair of tactical gloves to add to your gear. When you’re on a mission, protecting your hands from cuts and scrapes, impact injuries and from environme... read more

Conceal And Carry Holsters

Date Published: 2022-01-31

By Adelia Ladson A High-Quality Holster Is Essential Having a quality holster for your pistol is essential to keep it secure, within easy reach and to protect it. When you invest money in a firearm, it would be a shame to ... read more

Seven Surefire Self-Defense Weapons

Date Published: 2022-01-24

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need A Self-Defense Weapon? The violent crime rate continues to rise and, with no end in sight, the chances of being a victim of a violent crime is higher then ever in today’s world. So what do yo... read more

The Truth About Switchblades

Date Published: 2022-01-19

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Switchblade? A switchblade, also known as an automatic knife, is deployed with a push button or slide button that releases the blade at warp speed. The blade’s normal position is open, so, it is ... read more

What Is A Wakizashi?

Date Published: 2022-01-12

By Adelia Ladson Starting With The Samurai The Samurai were an aristocratic warrior class that rose in Feudal Japan from the ongoing wars over land among the clans. The Samurai originated from regional clans of ancient war... read more

Types Of Short Swords

Date Published: 2022-01-05

By Adelia Ladson The earliest swords that have ever been discovered were found in Turkey, dating all the way back to 3,300 BCE. The arsenic-copper alloy weapons are short swords and, since the Bronze Age, short swords have... read more

Walking Canes For Style And Self-Defense

Date Published: 2021-12-29

By Adelia Ladson An accessory that’s never gone out of style, the walking cane isn’t just for your grandfather! Over their hundreds of years of existence, they have changed and evolved. There are a limitless number of desi... read more

Put A Benchmade In Your Pocket

Date Published: 2021-12-22

By Adelia Ladson A Little Bit About Benchmade Over the past 30 years, Benchmade has grown from a small machine shop in Southern California to a world-class knife manufacturer in the production knife capital of the Pacific ... read more

The Top Ten Functional Daggers

Date Published: 2021-12-15

By Adelia Ladson A Little Dagger History Daggers are one of the oldest weapons of man. Having evolved from simple weapons to becoming intricate and thoughtfully designed tools. Daggers, in one form or another, are weapons ... read more

What Kind of Sword Did A Samurai Carry?

Date Published: 2021-12-08

Why Do I Need A Multi-Tool?

Date Published: 2021-12-01

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Multi-Tool? When you carry a Multi-Tool, it’s like having an entire toolbox in your pocket in one, compact package. The forbear of today’s multi-tools is the Swiss Army Knife, which is still goin... read more

Pepper Spray Is Legal Self-Defense

Date Published: 2021-11-17

By Adelia Ladson What Exactly Is Pepper Spray? Pepper Spray was developed in the 80’s for law enforcement applications. It’s now available in the private sector for personal defense. Pepper spray’s active ingredients is ca... read more

Tactical Knives Are A Tactical Necessity

Date Published: 2021-11-10

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Tactical Knife? Whether you’re in the military on a covert operation or on a family camping trip, you need a knife that you can count on to perform in all conditions. Built to stand-up to the har... read more

Start With A Butterfly Trainer

Date Published: 2021-11-03

By Adelia Ladson What’s A Butterfly Knife? For those of you who don’t know what a butterfly knife is, it’s a pocket knife that, when closed, the blade is concealed between the handles. The design of the butterfly knife all... read more

Top Five Wilderness Survival Knives

Date Published: 2021-10-27

By Adelia Ladson A wilderness survival knife is the most important piece of gear in any outdoorsman’s backpack, hunting gear or fishing tackle. It is also essential for every survival kit and bugout bag. The best ones have... read more

You Need To Train With A Bokken

Date Published: 2021-10-20

By Adelia Ladson Before You Pick-Up That Katana So, you bought that beautiful katana, and it is magnificent. It has the traditional cord-wrapped and rayskin handle (tsuka) and a guard (tsuba) that is intricately designed. ... read more

What’s The Best Machete For Clearing Brush?

Date Published: 2021-10-13

Medieval Weapons For your Castle

Date Published: 2021-10-06

By Adelia Ladson What’s Considered A Medieval Weapon? Actually, the scope of Medieval weapon is pretty wide. They can be as varied as the areas they came from and the period of the Middle Ages they were forged in. What peo... read more

The Best Karambit Knives of 2021

Date Published: 2021-09-29

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Karambit Knife? The karambit comes from Southeast Asia, where legend holds that it was inspired by the claws of big cats. It was used as a farming tool in the region by the peasant class but, eve... read more

Is D2 Tool Steel Good For Knife Blades?

Date Published: 2021-09-22

By Adelia Ladson Many Knife Blade Choices There are so many choices of steels when it comes to blades. Each, with its own advantages and disadvantages. No steel is absolutely perfect and all blades rust if not maintained. ... read more

The Best Benchmade EDC’s

Date Published: 2021-09-15

Basic Butterfly Knife Tricks To Master

Date Published: 2021-09-08

What Can I Do With A Machete?

Date Published: 2021-08-25

By Adelia Ladson Where Did The Machete Come From? Acting as both a knife and an axe, the machete is one of the most versatile fixed blades that you can have in your possession. They come in a variety of styles from surviva... read more

Top 12 Knives of 2021

Date Published: 2021-08-20

By Adelia Ladson Looking For A Knife? Have you noticed that something’s missing in your life this year? I know what it is. You need to buy yourself a brand, new razor-sharp knife! Maybe, a pocket knife that you can use as ... read more

Are You Ready For A Switchblade?

Date Published: 2021-08-11

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need A Switchblade As a knife collector your collection will never be complete unless you have a switch blade. Ever since soldiers brought home Italian stilettos after W.W.II, switchblades have co... read more

Types Of Knife Blade Steel

Date Published: 2021-07-28

By Adelia Ladson Why Is Type of Steel Important? When choosing a knife, it is very important to consider the purpose you need it for and the tasks you need it to perform. When looking for the knife that is perfect for you,... read more

What is Damascus Steel?

Date Published: 2021-07-21

By Adelia Ladson History of Damascus Steel The Cadillac of steel, Damascus, traces its roots back thousands of years to Southern India where ingots of Wootz steel were imported from. Wootz steel was an ultra-high carbon cr... read more

United Cutlery Is The Only Choice For Movie Collectibles

Date Published: 2021-06-16

By Adelia Ladson Who Is United Cutlery? Established in 1984, for more than 30 years United Cutlery has been distinguished by unique and innovative product designs that cover a wide range of knives and swords, from function... read more

Best Benchmade Pocket Knives

Date Published: 2021-06-09

By Adelia Ladson About Benchmade Over the past 30 years, Benchmade has grown from a small machine shop in Southern California to a world-class knife manufacturer in the production knife capital of the Pacific Northwest. Qu... read more

The Best Automatic Knives

Date Published: 2021-06-02

By Adelia Ladson Giving access to a razor-sharp blade at lightning speed, an automatic pocket knife is always ready for the task at hand, making it more and more popular with avid knife collectors. What’s An Automatic Kni... read more

Best Backpacking Knife: 10 Lightweight Backpacking Knives

Date Published: 2021-05-26

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need A Backpacking Knife? One of the most valuable tools that you need to carry in your backpack or on your person when you’re either camping or hiking is a good, all-purpose knife. Whether it’s a... read more

Best Utility Knife: Top Rated Utility Knives

Date Published: 2021-05-20

By Adelia Ladson What’s A Utility Knife Utility knives come in many sizes and designs, but the one common factor is that they are a compact, workhorse knife that is suitable for all cutting tasks from kitchen to retail sto... read more

Best Combat Knife: 10 Military Pure Fighting Knives

Date Published: 2021-05-12

By Adelia Ladson What’s A Combat Knife Knives have been used and counted on in battle for thousands of years and one of the toughest knives that you can get your hands on is a combat knife. These knives come in a variety o... read more

Don’t Underestimate These Mini Pocket Knives

Date Published: 2021-05-05

By Adelia Ladson What Is a Mini Pocket Knife? A mini pocket knife is usually under 4”, when closed, with a blade that’s no longer than 3”. You can find them with every blade profile and opening method including assisted op... read more

Custom Pocket Knives: Perfect Gift for Knife-Enthusiasts

Date Published: 2021-04-28

By Adelia Ladson What Makes A Custom Pocket Knife A Great Gift? A custom pocket knife is the gift that keeps on giving because it undoubtably becomes an heirloom that’s passed down. A pocket knife that’s extraordinary in d... read more

A Gentleman's Knife: Our Elegant Pocket Knives

Date Published: 2021-04-21

By Adelia Ladson What Is A Gentleman’s Pocket Knife A true Gentleman’s Pocket Knife marries beautiful form with reliable function. Made to be carried discreetly in an urban environment, they are usually more compact than a... read more

Best Spyderco Knives

Date Published: 2021-04-14

By Adelia Ladson The History of Spyderco Spyderco was founded, in 1976, by the Glessers, who initially focused on selling their first product around the country at trade shows. The company’s C01 Worker Pocket Knife was int... read more

Best Kershaw Knives

Date Published: 2021-04-07

By Adelia Ladson The History of Kershaw Knives Kershaw Knives was founded by Peter Kershaw, an avid outdoorsman, who knew the importance of guaranteed quality in a hunting knife. In 1974, he started his own knife company i... read more

How to Sharpen a Pocket Knife

Date Published: 2021-03-31

By Adelia Ladson When you invest money in a quality pocket knife, you are just flushing it down the toilet if you don’t take care of it and perform regular maintenance to the blade. The most important maintenance task is s... read more

The Most Powerful Multi-Pump Air Rifle

Date Published: 2021-03-17

By Adelia Ladson How to Choose the Best Multi-Pump Air Rifle Forming only a small part of the airgun market, the multi-pump air rifle seems almost to have been left behind in recent airgun advancements. However, with four ... read more

Best PCP Air Rifle Available on the Market

Date Published: 2021-03-10

By Adelia Ladson How to Choose the Best PCP Air Rifle When you’re looking to buy a Pre-Charged Pneumatic (PCP) air rifle, as with all airguns, you need to consider who you’re buying it for (if not yourself) and what you’re... read more

Best .22 Caliber Air Rifle for The Money

Date Published: 2021-03-03

By Adelia Ladson The Differences Between .177 and .22 Caliber Air Rifles Basically, the main difference between a .177 caliber air rifle and the .22 caliber air rifle is the size of pellet that it will shoot. More or less,... read more

Best .177 Air Rifles Available for the Money (Accurate & Powerful)

Date Published: 2021-02-17

By Adelia Ladson When the Markham Rifle Company produced the first spring piston air rifle, in 1886, it was a wooden design meant for use as a youth training gun. Two years later, the company that was to later become Daisy... read more

What is a Nitro Piston Air Rifle?

Date Published: 2021-02-10

By Adelia Ladson How Does the Nitro Piston Technology Work? A nitro-piston air rifle’s charging mechanism consists of a nitrogen-filled piston that is compressed when the barrel is cocked. The nitrogen in the piston is alr... read more

Best Break Barrel Air Rifle: Reviews to Save You Money

Date Published: 2021-02-03

Best Modern Swords: Guide to the Best Type of Sword

Date Published: 2021-01-27

Parts of a Knife: The Anatomy of the Knife

Date Published: 2021-01-20

--> By Adelia Ladson The Different Parts of a Knife When you’re shopping for a knife, whether it’s a fixed blade or a folding knife, to find what you’re specifically looking for is easier when you actually know what you’r... read more

Best Sharpening Stone Options

Date Published: 2021-01-13

By Adelia Ladson When you invest money in a quality knife, you are just flushing it down the toilet if you don’t take care of it and perform regular maintenance to the blade. The most important maintenance task is sharpeni... read more

Best Machete: Find the Best Available Machete Brands

Date Published: 2021-01-06

By Adelia Ladson Acting as both a knife and an axe, the Machete is one of the most versatile fixed blades that you can have in your possession. They come in a variety of styles from survival and self-defense to tactical an... read more

Best Survival Knife: Top 6 Outdoors Knives

Date Published: 2020-12-30

By Adelia Ladson A good Survival Knife that you can count on whether you’re out facing the wild or facing a survival situation, is essential. It’s one of the most important tools in your gear! Here at BUDK.com, we take pre... read more

Best Knife Sharpening Systems

Date Published: 2020-12-23

By Adelia Ladson Finding the right sharpener to fit all of your sharpening needs is a decision that you may need a little help with, so, I’ve made it easy. Here are my recommendations. Ridge Runner Knife Sharpener Perfect... read more

Best OTF Knife: 6 Good Quality Knives

Date Published: 2020-12-16

By Adelia Ladson What is an OTF Knife? For those of you who might not know, when you see a knife listed as an OTF, it stands for “out-the-front” and means that it is a knife with a blade that extends straight from the hand... read more

Best Self Defense Knife: Top 5 Personal Defense Knives

Date Published: 2020-12-09

By Adelia Ladson Self-defense is very important because, in these uncertain times, you never know what may happen in any situation. The most important thing is to be ready and to be prepared at all times. Here are my sugge... read more

Best Budget EDC Knife: Top 10 Knives (Affordable)

Date Published: 2020-12-02

By Adelia Ladson Having an everyday carry that you can depend on to perform every time you need it is absolutely priceless. With so many choices out there, finding one that is reasonably priced and of good quality can be f... read more

How to Clean a Pocket Knife: Renew Old & Rusty Knives

Date Published: 2020-11-25

By Adelia Ladson All metal rusts. That’s just the reality of its composition. Some metals are more rust-resistant than others but, as long as it’s taken care of and maintained, all metal can remain rust-free. So, let’s tal... read more

Five Pocket Knife Safety Rules (In-Depth Guide)

Date Published: 2020-11-18

By Adelia Ladson Owning a pocket knife is an American tradition but, as with any knife, it’s also a responsibility. A marvelous everyday carry tool, it is convenient to just pull out of your pocket and take care of whateve... read more

Best Fixed Blade Knife: Top 16 Knives Available [Tactical/EDC]

Date Published: 2020-11-11

By Adelia Ladson There are so many exceptional fixed blade knives out on the market that it can be a little overwhelming when you’re shopping for one. Here are 16 of the best fixed blades out there in both tactical and eve... read more

How to Sharpen a Hunting Knife Properly

Date Published: 2020-11-04

By Adelia Ladson When you invest money in a quality hunting or survival knife, you are just flushing it down the toilet if you don’t take care of it and perform regular maintenance to the blade. The most important maintena... read more

20 Best Pocket Knife Brands for 2020 [Top Knives]

Date Published: 2020-10-28

By Adelia Ladson Case Knives Knives bearing the Case name have been up to the task for over 130 years, and each Case knife that comes out of Bradford, PA is held to their highest standard. From designs that tamed the Ame... read more

10 Types of Daggers and Their Uses [ULTIMATE GUIDE]

Date Published: 2020-10-21

By Adelia Ladson Daggers, in one form or another, are weapons that can be found in almost every culture throughout the world, many surviving and relevant after thousands of years in existence. Here are some types that you... read more

Best Throwing Knives: Beginners to Pros Can Benefit

Date Published: 2020-10-14

By Adelia Ladson Why You Should Learn the Art of Throwing Knife throwing is an age-old pastime both as recreation and as friendly competition that has brought hours of fun to friends and families. It has become a worldwide... read more

Parts of a Sword (Everything You NEED To Know)

Date Published: 2020-10-07

By Adelia Ladson If you’re a first time katana buyer, you really should know the individual parts that make up the whole of the beautiful sword that you’ve purchased. Here are what they’re called in both Japanese and Engli... read more

Wasp Knife: The World's Deadlist Injection Knife

Date Published: 2020-09-30

By Adelia Ladson So, I came across this “wasp injection knife” when I was surfing the internet. It sounded really amazing and there were a couple of videos showing it in action. So, it looked pretty amazing, too. But do... read more

History of the Challenge Coin

Date Published: 2020-09-23

By Adelia Ladson There are many stories about how and where Challenge Coins originated and, as they were never actually sanctioned by the military, historians debate their origin. One of the most well-known stories is tha... read more

Here’s Your Sign And It Says…

Date Published: 2020-09-16

By Adelia Ladson There’s no better way to say what you feel or support than with a vivid, visual display. A sign prominently posted in your yard, in your garage or at your business is the perfect way to get your message ac... read more

How Would You Spend Found Money?

Date Published: 2020-09-09

By Adelia Ladson If you all of a sudden you came into some money, how would you spend it? There are so many possibilities, no matter the amount. To me, the main thing is that it should be spent on something you’ve been wan... read more

Build An Axe-Throwing Target

Date Published: 2020-09-02

By Adelia Ladson With the popularity of axe-throwing on the rise, we wanted to see just how easy it would be to build our own axe-throwing target. And guess what? It was ridiculously quick and easy! Have fun! The most imp... read more

Traveling Light With The Right Bag

Date Published: 2020-08-26

By Adelia Ladson Packing to travel can be a disaster if you’re not organized from the very beginning. Most people overpack and then find out when they get to their destination that they still didn’t pack exactly what they ... read more

What’s An Ulu?

Date Published: 2020-08-19

By Adelia Ladson “Ulu” isn’t a word you hear in everyday conversation unless you are an avid knife collector or, like me, you’re around lots of knives every single day. And, yes, it is a knife and one that’s been around si... read more

Night Watchman Has Your Back

Date Published: 2020-08-12

By Adelia Ladson Whether you’re on the job or in your neighborhood, Night Watchman tactical defense items provides effective personal protection and defense. Ease of concealment, a variety of carrying options and a multitu... read more

Get Your Body Armor Before It’s Too Late!

Date Published: 2020-08-05

By Adelia Ladson There is a piece of legislation sitting in Congress that will ban the purchase, ownership or possession of Level III and above rated body armor by civilians. It was introduced at the end of last year, in t... read more

Top Knife Brands We Carry

Date Published: 2020-07-29

By Adelia Ladson For more than thirty years, BudK has been an industry leader in providing customers with the absolute top of the line in knives. The bottom line is that we only offer knives to our customers that we oursel... read more

Lightning Fast Automatic Knives

Date Published: 2020-07-22

How To Sharpen A Blade

Date Published: 2020-07-15

By Adelia Ladson When you invest money in a quality knife or sword, you are just flushing it down the toilet if you don’t take care of it and perform regular maintenance to the blade. The most important maintenance task is... read more

Ultimate Style, Ultimate Function

Date Published: 2020-07-08

By Adelia Ladson Sunglasses shouldn’t only be fashionable, but they should be functional, too. We have a wide selection of protective sunglasses, in a variety of styles including goggle, wraparound and aviator. All of our ... read more

Bad-Axe Baseball Bats

Date Published: 2020-07-01

By Adelia Ladson Here, at BUDK.com, we are always looking for products that are out there “on the edge”. I don’t think there’s anything that lives up to that goal better than our collection of Fantasy Bats! Using the class... read more

Independence Day: Celebrating Our Freedoms

Date Published: 2020-06-24

By Adelia Ladson Here, at BudK, we are proud to live in this Great Country and enjoy the freedoms that were given to us by our Founding Fathers through the Constitution. We always have variety of patriotic-themed products ... read more

Not Your Grandfather’s BB Gun

Date Published: 2020-06-17

Mavrokniv Brand: Purpose Driven Knives

Date Published: 2020-06-10

By Adelia Ladson With cutting edge ball bearing opening mechanisms and D2 tool steel blades, Mavrokniv Pocket Knives are ready for anything! Their blade profiles have sharp, clean lines and purpose-driven form, making them... read more

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Date Published: 2020-06-03

By Adelia Ladson So, let me clue you in. Your Dad doesn’t want another tie, shirt or pen set, this year for Father’s Day. He wants something that no one else has. We know exactly what fathers want. Here are a few options t... read more

Top Twenty For 2020

Date Published: 2020-05-27

By Adelia Ladson 2020 has been a huge year for BUDK with new products coming in everyday to our warehouse on an almost daily basis. We are proud to be able to offer high-quality items to our customers and we get really exc... read more

United Cutlery Sneak Peek

Date Published: 2020-05-20

By Adelia Ladson Every now and then, United Cutlery gives us a little sneak peek at what’s coming out later in the year. We got just a small taste of the exceptional, ground-breaking designs that they’ll release around the... read more

Brass Knuckles? Paperweights? Here’s The Deal!

Date Published: 2020-05-13

By Adelia Ladson Brass Knuckles, a.k.a. paperweights, in some form or other, have been around for centuries possibly getting their start in the gladiator arenas. Used for hand-to-hand combat, to basically increase the powe... read more

A Discreet Self-Defense Weapon For The Ages

Date Published: 2020-05-06

By Adelia Ladson The sword cane or swordstick, as it has been called in the past, really became a popular fashion accessory for gentlemen during the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe. This was because it was becoming poli... read more

You Need A Gas Mask!

Date Published: 2020-04-29

By Adelia Ladson Out of all the military surplus items out there, a Gas Mask is the most valuable piece of equipment you can own. It will never lose its value because there is always a possibility that a situation will ari... read more

The JagerMace Hits You Like A Ton Of Bricks

Date Published: 2020-04-22

By Adelia Ladson New, this year, from Night Watchman is the impressive, no-holds-barred JagerMace. Only from the mad minds of Night Watchman, who are all about self-defense and kicking-ass, could a beast like this come. Yo... read more

Surviving Your Quarantined Family

Date Published: 2020-04-15

By Adelia Ladson Okay, so you’ve been quarantined in your house with your family members for about two weeks. This is the most time you’ve ever actually spent with them because your family vacation is never longer than a w... read more

Kissing Crane Knives: A Collector’s Dream!

Date Published: 2020-04-08

By Adelia Ladson When I think about Kissing Crane Knives, what comes to mind is a candy store of trappers in a never-ending, mouthwatering parade of colors, textures and themes. Literally, you can fill an entire wall with ... read more

Twas the Night Before a Prepper Christmas

Date Published: 2018-12-24

By Adelia Ladson (with apologies to Clement Moore) ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the ‘stead not a creature was stirring for fear he’d be shot dead. The bug-out bags were hung by the chimney with care bec... read more

It's Winter! Are You Prepared for an Automobile Emergency?

Date Published: 2018-12-17

By Adelia Ladson Winter is no picnic when you have to drive in the snow and ice. Commutes to and from work can be frustrating and downright nerve-wracking when the drive is from one city to another. Lots of folks do it eve... read more

Throw Knives Like Five-Time World Champion Adam Celadin

Date Published: 2018-12-03

By Adelia Ladson The concept of knife throwing is pretty simple. A bladed object is thrown at a target with the goal of it sticking into the target. Well, “the Devil is in the details,” and knowing the concept is a far cry... read more

Karambits, Tomahawks, Fixed Blades The M48 Liberator Series Gets The Job Done!

Date Published: 2018-11-28

By Adelia Ladson Offering a range of weapons and tools built for battle, the M48 line by United Cutlery is the absolute in tactical perfection. Using the concept “Gear to get the job done. No matter how dirty.” as a drivin... read more

Black Friday Battle Gear

Date Published: 2018-11-21

By Adelia Ladson So, it’s that time of year again. You are planning your strategies and finalizing your plan of attack. The goal: Secure a gift for everyone on your Christmas list. As a veteran Black Friday Shopper, you kn... read more

Top 2016 Assisted Opening Knives

Date Published: 2016-05-24

By Adelia Ladson After seeing the incredible variety of assisted opening pocket knives we’ve been getting in this year, I knew I needed to take the opportunity to brag about them. I wish I could tell you about every single... read more

Seven Alternative Ways to Use a Drone

Date Published: 2016-04-01

By Adelia Ladson You may ask yourself, “What in the world would I do with a drone?” There are a lot of ways you can use one of these incredible flying machines. You can record family events and outdoor adventures. You can... read more

Six Complete Gun Fails

Date Published: 2016-03-07

By Adelia Ladson Okay, I completely believe in the right to bear arms but I wonder if some folks actually should. When you fire a gun, you need to be prepared for the recoil and you also need to realize that firing a gun is ... read more

Could You Survive The Walking Dead?

Date Published: 2016-02-09

By Adelia Ladson With "The Walking Dead" starting up again this weekend, I thought it would be fun to post a quiz. Rick and the crew have had a hard and long road to travel throughout the seasons and have faced many obstacle... read more

Deadpool: Psychotic Villain or Psychotic Hero

Date Published: 2016-02-04

By Adelia Ladson Any way you look at it, Marvel’s “Merc With a Mouth”, Deadpool, is absolutely psychotic. He can’t help it. The effects from the Weapon X program and his already existing mental problems make him that way. ... read more

Fixed Blade or Folder for EDC: You Decide

Date Published: 2016-02-01

By Adelia Ladson When it comes to every day carry knives (EDC), you have a plethora of options. They can be different colors, different sizes and different materials. Choosing a knife can sometimes be mind-boggling, if you d... read more

What is Your Knife Superstition?

Date Published: 2016-01-25

By Adelia Ladson Most folks are superstitious in one way or another. Some are superstitious about the things they do and wear so that their favorite sports team will continue a winning streak. Some folks are superstitious... read more

Is Georgia Trying to Take Your Guns?

Date Published: 2016-01-19

By Adelia Ladson Alright, you gun-owners in Georgia, you need to step it up! What is happening in your legislature? I caught the news the other day that a bill (HB 731) was up that would declare all automatic and semi-auto... read more

Five Places to Hide and Hoard Valuables Before SHTF

Date Published: 2016-01-15

By Adelia Ladson I use to roll my eyes at my great-aunt Edna, who was one of those people who hid her jewelry in different places around her house. I don’t know, but it just seemed kind of silly, at the time. Then, I reall... read more

Top Ten Most Ridiculous Things People Spend Their Tax Refund On

Date Published: 2015-12-30

By Adelia Ladson Okay, so you got your tax refund back and it’s absolutely burning a hole in your pocket. You know that you should use it to pay down your debt just like the financial experts say but … Here are the top ten m... read more

Five Folks Winning at Camouflage

Date Published: 2015-12-20

By Adelia Ladson Camouflage has been taken to the extreme by visual artists, resulting in some fantastic challenges for the human eye. Can you spot the person in these photos? This ain't your grandpa's camo. How ma... read more

How Mall Ninja Are You?

Date Published: 2015-12-15

By Adelia Ladson Mall Ninja: A term used in forums to mean an unexperienced and enthusiast weapon owner who pretends to be a seasoned operator. Take a good look at the definition above by Urban Dictionary. Now, look... read more

Top Ten Symptoms That You Have a Knife Addiction

Date Published: 2015-12-09

By Adelia Ladson Do you salivate when you walk by a knife case in a store and then stop mesmerized by all the awesome sharpness within? This may be a sign that you’re suffering from an addiction – a knife addiction. In stu... read more

Must-Haves to Camp Out in the Star Wars Movie Line

Date Published: 2015-11-25

By Adelia Ladson Okay, I’m a straight up Star Wars fan and I mean the original three movies that I grew up with; not that prequel nonsense or whatever it was. So, when I first heard about a new movie that would incorporate... read more

Which Game of Thrones Weapon Do Fans Like Best?

Date Published: 2015-11-18

By Adelia Ladson “Game of Thrones” is a battle from start to finish, which means its characters always have incredible weapons. Each weapon is an inherent part of the character and is perfectly suited to its owner. The wea... read more

The Ten Most Blingy Gold-Plated Objects on the Planet

Date Published: 2015-11-12

By Adelia Ladson James Bond’s nemesis, Gold Finger, had it right. There’s nothing like having everything in gold and I mean everything. Here are the top ten most gold blinging items on the entire planet. Porsc... read more

Our Top Gifts for Gun Lovers

Date Published: 2015-11-02

By Adelia Ladson Do you have a gun-lover in your family? Are you wondering what to get him or her for Christmas? Let us do all of the work for you. Here are a few items that we think would be just perfect for any gun-lover. ... read more

Tips for Bo Staff Training

Date Published: 2015-11-01

By Adelia Ladson Training with a weapon is an important part of growing as a martial artist. In most schools, the first weapon you will start training with is the bo staff, which is basically a cylindrical piece of wood th... read more

Top Five Martial Arts Fails

Date Published: 2015-10-14

By Adelia Ladson The study of and training in martial arts can be a life-long pursuit that requires constant practice and unwavering focus. A perfectly executed martial arts exercise, move or feat is a beautiful thing to b... read more

Top Five Sword Fails

Date Published: 2015-10-07

By Adelia Ladson Ok folks, on cruising through the internet, it is completely unbelievable the things that you will find that people will do with their swords. And I'm not talking about experienced professionals who reall... read more

A Crossbow is Better Than A Gun For Hunting

Date Published: 2015-10-06

By Adelia Ladson I’ll go ahead and put this out here right now. I prefer a crossbow over a gun. To me, there’s something infinitely more elegant to a crossbow. It is quiet, which makes it a great stealth weapo... read more

Army Surplus Items That Might Save Your Life

Date Published: 2015-10-01

By Adelia Ladson Armed Forces, whether United States or other, offer a great opportunity that many folks overlook – great, readily available survival gear. If you think about it, soldiers are the experts when it comes to s... read more

How It's Made: United Cutlery's Mirkwood Helm

Date Published: 2015-09-25

By Adelia Ladson Earlier this year, I told you that United Cutlery was working on another incredibly reproduction from “The Hobbit” movie series replicas. I just got word that the Mirkwood Infantry Helm will be here in Nove... read more

Hot New Products to Make You Feel Cool

Date Published: 2015-07-23

By Adelia Ladson Folks, let’s face it. It’s hot! And all you want is a nice, cool drink of water to make you feel better. Now, if you’re out and about, in this heat, it’s doubly important that you have that sip of water wh... read more

The Evolution of the Straight Razor

Date Published: 2015-06-24

By Adelia Ladson The Straight Razor has come a long way from its humble beginnings in ancient times as just a piece of sharpened flint or seashell to the Shavette, a straight razor/disposable razor hybrid. For centuries, in... read more

What is a Butterfly Knife?

Date Published: 2015-06-24

By Adelia Ladson A Little Bit Of Butterfly Knife History There is a heated debate over whether the butterfly knife was an ancient design that originated in the Philippines or whether it was actually brought to the Philippi... read more

History of Brass Knuckles

Date Published: 2015-06-22

The Best New Spy Gear of 2015

Date Published: 2015-06-22

By Adelia Ladson It’s Bond. James Bond. Get your James Bond groove on this year with some of our Best New Spy Gear of 2015! These items are not only really fun to use but you can count on them to totally get the job done. ... read more

Pocket Knives are an American Tradition

Date Published: 2015-06-10

By Adelia Ladson A Rite of Passage I think the folding pocket knife is one of the most undervalued knives. I think we sorta take them for granted because they are just a part of our life. I think it’s almost a rite of pass... read more

Hey! Look What I Found!

Date Published: 2015-06-09

By Adelia Ladson When I’m taking my break away from my desk and computer, I like to go down into our warehouse and walk through the aisles. I really never know what I’m going to find on our shelves and I never cease to be ... read more

How to Sharpen a Karambit

Date Published: 2015-06-09

By Adelia Ladson Okay, so, you got your brand new karambit (If you don’t have one already, you need to seriously check out our website. They’re extremely handy knives.) and you’ve been using it and using it and using it... read more

How Do You Know if You're a Syfy Geek?

Date Published: 2015-06-05

By Adelia Ladson First of all, if you spell it “Syfy,” like above, then you are definitely one. And since, “it takes one to know one,” I can give you some pretty good guidelines to go by. Borrowing from Jeff Foxworthy, “You... read more

What the Heck is a Karambit?

Date Published: 2015-06-02

By Adelia Ladson Okay, maybe some of you know what a karambit is but I didn’t at first. It was not something that had come across my path until I started blogging for BudK. So, for those of you who haven’t had a chance to ... read more

Concealed Knives Are Extremely Useful

Date Published: 2015-06-01

By Adelia Ladson I find it absolutely fascinating that you can conceal a knife blade in almost any ordinary, everday object. Concealed Knives can be housed in everything from belt buckles to lipstick cases. Now, the obviou... read more

You Have to Own a 'Hobbit' Replica

Date Published: 2015-05-28

By Adelia Ladson I honestly believe that J.R.R. Tolkien, if he were here today, would be thrilled to see his wonderful odyssey come to life like it has in “The Hobbit” movies directed by Peter Jackson. Another thing, I’m su... read more

How To Choose A Survival Knife

Date Published: 2015-04-27

By Casey Tate There are tons of survival knives out there—the good, the bad, and yes, the ugly! We’ve seen them all, used most of them, and arrived at a few key features that we look for in a quality survival kni... read more

These are the Top 2015 Assisted Opening Knives

Date Published: 2015-04-20

By Adelia Ladson Exciting new assisted opening pocket knives have arrived for 2015 and these are the top five you should check out. There is one here for everyone no matter the function or aesthetic that you are looking fo... read more

Discreet Self-Defense is Important

Date Published: 2015-04-16

By Adelia Ladson As a woman, self-defense is very important to me because, in society, personal attacks on women are still more prevalent than on men. This is never going to change. The most important thing is to be ready an... read more

Bowie Knives in Film

Date Published: 2015-04-14

By Adelia Ladson Alan Ladd protrayed Jim Bowie in “The Iron Mistress.” Alan Ladd protrayed Jim Bowie in “The Iron Mistress.” First popularized by Jim Bowie in the early 19th century because he was “the bearded... read more

Creating The Hobbit Prop Replicas- Behind The Scenes

Date Published: 2015-03-16

Gandalf’s staff rendering & drawing Gandalf’s staff rendering & drawing United Cutlery has a long-standing history of creating the finest officially licensed replicas from television, video games and even motion pict... read more

Anime Swords at Budk

Date Published: 2014-11-17

Colorful graphics, intriguing story lines, relatable characters…sounds interesting, right? These are just a few reasons anime series have blown up in recent years. If you’re new to anime, you’ve probably heard words like mang... read more

Personalized Knives Make a Great Gift

Date Published: 2014-10-14

Sometimes it’s just difficult to find that perfect gift for someone. You want to give something they want, but also something they can call their own. Many people carry a knife on an everyday basis, but just buying a pocket k... read more

Best Damascus Knives of 2014

Date Published: 2014-01-09

You might be on the lookout for the best place to buy Damascus knives online, or to be more specific, you might be looking for the best place to buy “cheap Damascus knives.” Well, we like to use the term inexpensive, because ... read more

5 Swords You Need To Buy!

Date Published: 2013-12-19

You might ask, “Why would I ever need to buy a sword?” we, in turn would ask, “Why would you ever need not to?” To call yourself a blade enthusiast or even a knife collector and to not also own a sword is a proverbial slap in... read more

Budk's Christmas 2013 Gift Guide

Date Published: 2013-11-20

Christmas is just around the corner and we know you’re already preparing for the gift-giving season. We also know it’s often hard to pick out that perfect gift for the ones you love, so we’re helping out this year! We’ve pick... read more

New Trailer Hobbit Desolation Of Smaug Just Released

Date Published: 2013-09-30

A new trailer video for The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug was just released this morning. You can watch the entire video now below. Check all of the great weapons like Sting, Orcrist & Glamdring as the entire Hobbit and... read more

Top 5 Reasons You Might be a Sword Collector

Date Published: 2013-08-21

Everyone has a hobby. Some people play golf, others might like sewing and then there are those that collect things. We’re not talking about hoarders that just don’t ever throw anything away. We are talking about hardcore coll... read more

Exclusive Q&A with Knife & Sword Designer Kit Rae

Date Published: 2013-07-18

Kit Rae is probably the most famous fantasy weapon designer of all time. His Swords of the Ancients series began many years ago and still continues to wow fans today. But, one thing you probably didn’t know about Kit is he ha... read more

Double Barrell Knife Slingshot Shoots Knives Insanely Fast

Date Published: 2013-06-28

When you were growing up as a kid there probably were a lot of things you wanted that you couldn’t have. The top three on the list were most likely a gun, a slingshot and a knife. One man’s childhood obsession for all things ... read more

300 Reasons Why We Can't Wait for Rise of an Empire

Date Published: 2013-06-17

300 reasons, are you freaking kidding. You’d be here all day. We were just joking around. But, there are a ton of great reasons why we think this is going to be one awesome movie. Number 1 reason: there’s a lot of sharp sword... read more

5 Items That Could Save Your Life During The Zombie Apocalypse

Date Published: 2013-06-13

You will need a lot of things to stay alive during the zombie apocalypse, starting out with all of the things you needed prior to the onset of walkers to stay alive. A human can survive for up to three days without water. We’... read more

Top Five Throwing Knives Movie Scenes

Date Published: 2013-06-12

Nothing is more exciting than seeing a throwing knife whiz past the ear of your favorite movie character. You can almost feel the breeze as it slices a few hairs off of their neck it’s so close! We know the feeling you get be... read more

Desolation of Smaug Trailer Sneak Peek

Date Published: 2013-06-11

You’ve heard the rumors that the trailer for The Desolation of Smaug will be released at the premier of Man of Steel? Why wait to watch it then when you can see it now! The second movie in Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit trilogy i... read more

Important Lessons Learned From World War Z

Date Published: 2013-06-06

The next big zombie movie is here. Based (some may say, “loosely”) on the 2006 book by Max Brooks, World War Z premiers in theaters June 21. We’re pretty pumped about zombies that aren’t so lackadaisical as they are in the ev... read more

Top 5 Reasons To Buy A Sword

Date Published: 2013-06-05

Let’s face it, not everyone is a fan of swords. You’ve got your cosplay fans, the LARPers, the collectors, those who live in their mom’s basement forever and thousands of people who just think swords are awesome. Before I wor... read more

Plants That Can Kill You

Date Published: 2013-05-31

There are millions of plants on every country in the world. Some of those are good and some of them are bad. There may come a time when you will have to survive on the land. Will you know what plants are helpful and which pla... read more

DIY: Simple Paracord Knife Handle Wrap

Date Published: 2013-05-17

Let’s face it, when it comes to “craftiness” we are all not created equal. Some of you might know what I’m talking about if you’ve ever tried to make your own paracord bracelet. Sure, it looks so easy on the videos, but go ah... read more

Top 5 Budget Survival Knives

Date Published: 2013-05-16

Have you been searching for the perfect survival knife but couldn’t find one in your price range? We know you want a dependable, high carbon steel blade for surviving, but let’s face it, having a cheaper knife is better than ... read more

Sword of Kili from The Hobbit arriving soon!

Date Published: 2013-05-10

United Cutlery’s first round of movie replicas from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey consisted of Bilbo Baggins’ sword, “Sting,” Thorin Oakenshield’s sword “Orcrist,” Gandalf’s staff and his sword “Glamdring.” These were fol... read more

The Best Fillet Knife Ever

Date Published: 2013-05-09

We have a lot of folks ask us each month, “What is the best fillet knife?” Our answer to that would be, “The one that gets your fish cleaned the fastest and is most affordable.” We’d like to think our Wahoo Killer Fillet Knif... read more

Lord of the Rings Collectibles Re-leased from United Cutlery

Date Published: 2013-05-08

It’s been ten years since the last movie in the Lord of the Rings trilogy was released, but that doesn’t mean Tolkien fans have stopped collecting movie memorabilia. The 2012 release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has b... read more

What is M48 Apocalypse?

Date Published: 2013-05-07

The M48 Apocalypse brand is a sub-brand of United Cutlery’s M48 Kommando line-up. Built on the tried and true platform of toughness and durability,M48 Apocalypse products are designed to withstand the zombie apocalypse. Each ... read more

Bug Out Bag Checklist infographic

Date Published: 2013-05-07

“What should I put in a bug out bag?” you might ask. Well, we’ve made it simple for you with this bug out bag checklist. We’ve compiled a list of essentials that will assist you in this daunting task. You’ll surely be prepare... read more

Five Crazy Home Defense Weapons You Didn't Know You Needed

Date Published: 2013-05-06

Let’s face it, we live in a crazy world. You never know when that bump in the night is going to be more than a raccoon making a meal in your trash can outside. Not everyone can afford a firearm for home defense, and not every... read more

Knives allowed on Airplanes after April 25, 2013

Date Published: 2013-03-22

You remember how aggravating it is to get in the security check line at the airport and forget you had your pocket knife in your pocket. You’d have to get out of line and go all the way back to your car to put it up. Well, ap... read more

M48 Kommando Survival Spear & Hammer Now Available By United Cutlery

Date Published: 2013-01-15

United Cutlery, industry leader in edged goods and licensed adult collectibles, announced today the release of its latest M48 Kommando™ Survival series, designed to provide supreme tactical applications in a variety of situat... read more

Sneek Peak at United Cutlery's The Hobbit Movie Replicas

Date Published: 2012-12-05

In case you didn’t know, the prequel to The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is to be released in theaters on December 14 this month. United Cutlery has once again acquired the licensed to pr... read more

United Cutlery Produces Mikkel Willumsen's Blondie

Date Published: 2012-10-25

United® Cutlery found a common thread among knife enthusiasts and collectors. Most of them want the unique look and feel of a custom knife, but they do not want to shell out the money for a hand-made creation to use on a dail... read more

Replica Weapons from "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"

Date Published: 2012-10-22

Sword of Sting, with plaque Sword of Sting, with plaque United® Cutlery, manufacturer of licensed edged and adult collectibles for the entertainment industry since 1981, announced the availability to pre-order replicas ... read more

A Beginner's Guide to Collecting Pocket Watches

Date Published: 2012-10-21

Pocket watches were first developed during the 16th century. Made to be carried in a pocket as opposed to the wristwatch, pocket watches were easily accessible and practical. During the 18th century, pocket watches were items... read more

Knife Sharpeners Buyer's Guide

Date Published: 2012-10-20

To keep your knives in top condition, it is important to use a sharpener to give your blades the edge needed. There are tons of knife sharpeners on the market today, making it hard to know which one will do the best job when ... read more

Pocket Knives For Emergency Workers

Date Published: 2012-10-18

Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians have to be there and be ready when they receive a rescue call. They have to be skilled and well equipped to successfully handle emergency situations and provide vital, life-savin... read more

Replica Helmets for Collectors and Re-enactors Alike

Date Published: 2012-10-17

Armored helmets were manufactured in Japan as early as the 4th century. Designed to protect the head from damage usually during combat or a potentially dangerous environment, helmets have been used for protection for several ... read more

Paracord: It's Not Just for Jumping Out of Planes

Date Published: 2012-10-12

Parachute cord, or paracord as it has more commonly become known, is a lightweight nylon kernmantle rope woven to produce superior strength, durability, and flexibility. It is so durable and useful, in fact, that it was origi... read more

Damascus Steel Sword Buyer's Guide

Date Published: 2012-10-11

Damascus steel is a term used by many Western cultures from the Medieval time period forward to refer to a unique type of steel that was originally created in India and used for swordmaking from approximately 300 B.C. to A.D.... read more

Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse

Date Published: 2012-10-10

Zombies, or undead corpses, have become a popular topic these days. Between hit television shows like The Walking Dead to newly released movies, zombies are probably something you have heard about. Now, we are not saying we t... read more

Choosing the Perfect Karambit

Date Published: 2012-10-04

The karambit or kerambit, as it is sometimes spelled, is a unique, curved hand blade that originated centuries ago in Indonesia. Originally found in Java, karambits, according to ancient folklore, were inspired by the large, ... read more

Push Daggers: Then & Now

Date Published: 2012-10-03

Push daggers are generally described as a short blade dagger with a “T”-shaped handle design. The shape of the handle makes push daggers convenient to hold between the second and third fingers with the blade pointing outward ... read more

Buyer's Guide to Katana Swords

Date Published: 2012-10-02

Ronin with a katana in hand. Katanas date as far back as the early 1400s. The Samurai class of feudal Japan wore Katana swords. But, only the noblest military men held the title of Samurai and carried the katana sword, whi... read more

Selecting the Best Shuriken or Throwing Star

Date Published: 2012-10-01

Shuriken is the word given to traditional Japanese concealed hand weapons, generally used for throwing, stabbing, or slashing with their razor-sharp blades and multiple piercing points. Modern day throwing stars, ninja stars,... read more

The Rambo Machete

Date Published: 2012-09-24

Another exceptional example of craftsmanship from master knife maker Gil Hibben, this Hibben IV machete was designed for Sylvester Stallone’s Rambo character to be used in the hit motion picture, and was also featured on the ... read more

M48 Kommando Tanto Knife & Survival Bracelet Combo Review

Date Published: 2012-09-24

The latest offering from United®Cutlery’s M48®Extreme Survival Series is this M48®Kommando™Tanto Assault knife. This high-impact resistance, heavy-duty combat knife is designed to withstand extreme conditions. The 7” fighter ... read more

United Cutlery Tailwind Assisted-Opening Stiletto Review

Date Published: 2012-09-13

Assisted-opening mechanisms have been extremely popular in pocket knives in recent years. Because of the legality involved in carrying a switchblade knife, many knife companies have opted for creating assisted-opening version... read more

M48 Apocalypse Tomahawk Review

Date Published: 2012-09-10

Tomahawk spike buried into unsuspecting table Tomahawk spike buried into unsuspecting table The M48 Apocalypse tactical tomahawk is one wicked blade! Based on the original M48 Kommando hawkaxe from United Cutlery, the A... read more

Knife Anatomy

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The Anatomy Of A Knife – Labeling The Parts Of A Knife Point – The tip of the knife. It should be small, sharp and relatively thin. It is used for making incisions and cutting delicate items. Edge- This is the b... read more

How to Assemble A Cobra Pistol Crossbow

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Assembly of A Cobra Pistol Crossbow 1. Insert bow into stock to the white line. Take care that the pressure pad is between the bow and bow retainer screw. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. 2. Feed the string to loop on left of bow. ... read more

How to Throw Knives Accurately

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So, you saw a movie where the hero throws a knife and kills the bad guy right? One of our favorite knife throwers is Jason Statham as, Lee Christmas, in the Expendables and Expendables 2. He throws a kunai knife like none oth... read more