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I have written before about the nature of collecting, and in particular, the peculiar depth of knife collecting, how these objects become more than tools, more than possessions, but something c … read more

Earlier this year I had the incredible privilege of attending the Spyderco Amsterdam Meet 2026, one of the most unique gatherings in the knife world. It’s an event that many enthusiasts have he … read more

Extreme Edge Retention, Industrial Origins, and Why Collectors Are Paying Attention Among modern knife steels, very few inspire genuine awe even among seasoned collectors. Many steels claim to be &ld … read more

The UK Knife Licensing Consultation What It Means for Collectors, and Why There’s No Need to Panic (Yet) Recently, the UK Government announced a public consultation exploring the possibility of … read more

Every now and then, a new steel arrives that truly shifts the landscape of knife making. CPM MagnaMax is one of those rare releases. Created by Dr Larrin Thomas, the metallurgist behind the revolutio … read more