Bladeops Blog

To many people, there are two main parts that make up a knife: the handle and the blade. This is adequate knowledge until you go to try to purchase y … read more

G-10 and micarta are sometimes thought to be interchangeable. This is not a true statement. G-10 and micarta a very similar, but they do sport some k … read more

Finding a new knife can be an overwhelming process. There are so many different features that you have to decide between. Some of the main features a … read more

Just In are the brand new, exclusive to BladeOps, Gerber Covert Automatic knives with a plain edge S30V blade.  You can grab it with a stonewash … read more

One of the ways that knives are often categorized as is how they open. There are six different ways that knives can open. These are automatic, out th … read more

So far we have discussed the different steel types that a knife can have and the different popular knife shapes. For the last segment of the beginner … read more

Choosing the best knife for you can seem like a daunting task when first being introduced to the knife industry. There are many things to consider wh … read more

Choosing the best knife for yourself and your task at hand can feel overwhelming when looking at all of the options that there are. You have to decid … read more

There is a vast variety of knives available to purchase on the market ranging from everyday carry knives to tactical knives, and everything in-betwee … read more

Almost every knife has a type of locking mechanism. Many are good, but there are a few that excel in what they are designed to do. Below are some of … read more

We are going to give you several ideas and solutions to help you keep your knife in tip-top shape. Having a well-maintained knife will save you from … read more

Just as blade styles and blade steels are important when it comes to creating a decent knife, so too is the handle important in making a great knife. … read more

Knife Terminology Glossary Updated 10.15.15 Anodization– The process by which the oxide surface layer of a metal part is made thicker by electr … read more

  Wicked Edge Sharpening SystemWith a little routine upkeep, a quality knife can provide decades of dependable service. First, let’s get s … read more

Just worked up a small graph to compare different steels in three different areas including Edge Retention/Hardness, Corrosion Resistance and Sharpen … read more