What are the advantages of a fixed blade knife over a folding knife?

Fixed blade knives offer greater strength and durability because they have a solid, non-folding construction. They are also easier to clean and maintain, making them ideal for heavy-duty tasks like camping, hunting, and survival.

What materials are used to make fixed blade knives?

Fixed blade knives are made from high-quality materials like stainless steel or carbon steel for the blade, ensuring durability and sharpness. Handles are often crafted from materials like wood, G10, or micarta for a secure and comfortable grip.

How do I maintain and care for a fixed blade knife?

To maintain your fixed blade knife, regularly clean the blade and handle, apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and sharpen the blade as needed. Proper storage, such as keeping the knife in its sheath, also helps protect it from damage.

Are fixed blade knives good for everyday carry (EDC)?

While fixed blade knives can be used for everyday carry, they are generally larger and less portable than folding knives. If you prefer a fixed blade for EDC, look for compact designs with a secure sheath for easy carry.

Fixed Blade Knives

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United Cutlery Gil Hibben Highlander Bowie Knife has a 420 stainless steel blade, wire wrapped handle, and leather belt sheath.

Angled view of the knife’s silver wire wrapped handle and polished guard and pommel.

The 13 1/2” knife has a 8 3/4” 420 stainless steel blade and stainless steel wire-wrapped handle.

Gil Hibben Highlander Bowie Knife

$69.99

Undercover CIA Stinger Kerambit and sheath.

Undercover CIA Stinger III Karambit

$29.99

M48 Sabotage Tanto Fighter Knife has a 8” cast stainless steel blade with black oxide coating and injection molded TPR handle.

The knife is housed in a custom nylon belt sheath with a fitted Vortec blade cover.

The knife’s black stainless steel blade is shown sliced into the side of a tree.

The knife’s black oxide coated blade has a modified tanto point and custom nylon belt sheath.

M48 Sabotage Tanto Fighter Knife

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M48 Tactical Commando Knife has a black stainless steel blade with textured ABS handle shown on a tactical background.

A lanyard runs through the lanyard hole of the knife’s textured ABS handle.

M48 Commando Knife

$24.99

United Cutlery Honshu Tanto Knife has a stainless steel blade with blood groove and TPR grip, shown on a background of weapons.

This tanto knife has a premium black leather belt sheath that securer the knife with a strap.

The knife has an over molded TPR grip with stainless steel pommel that features a lanyard hole.

The 16 3/4” knife has a 10 3/4” 440 stainless steel blade with deep blood groove and over molded TPR grip.

The TPR grip is just above the oversized stainless steel hand guard to protect your hand.

Angled view of the thick 10 3/4” full tang 440 stainless steel blade with deep blood groove spanning the length of the blade.

United Cutlery Honshu Tanto Knife And Leather Sheath - Stainless Steel Blade, TPR Handle, Stainless Steel Guard And Pommel

Honshu Full Tang Tanto Knife

$59.99 - $137.99

The Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife prominent sleek blade and textured tan handle

Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife has a silver metal blade and textured, light-colored handle grip. Inside a sheath of light brown leather material, complete along the edges and strap.

Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife Diagram Blade traditional clip point shape blade made of 7cr17 tempered stainless steel handle made of Linen Micarta

Rambo last Blood Heartstopper Knife Firm Grip Angled Slightly Upward Knife angled slightly upward showcasing long stainless steel blade

Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife to the side revealing a double-edged design with a sharp pointed tip and clip point shape and textured,tan handle.

Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife

$179.99

Always ahead of the curve, United Cutlery has taken its popular M48 Cyclone Dagger and taken it to a new level of fierceness

The 7 3/8” overall push dagger fits securely in a tough Vortec belt sheath so that its readily available when needed

The T-handle is crafted of tough, molded TPR rubber with deep grooves for a secure, slip-free grip even in wet conditions

It has a 5 3/4” 2Cr13 cast stainless steel blade with an open twisted design giving you multiple razor-sharp edges

M48 Cyclone Push Dagger

~~Price reduced from $39.99 to~~ NOW $29.98 You Save 25% -25%

Honshu Crusader Quillon Dagger Keychain

$8.99

United Cutlery Sub Commander Black Mini Boot Knife has a 2 1/2” double edged AUS-6 stainless steel blade and TPR handle.

This knife can be housed in a black injection molded sheath with nylon lanyard, shown worn around a neck.

This 5” knife can easily be hidden within a boot.

United Cutlery Sub Commander Black Mini Boot Knife

Combat Commander Sub Commander Black Mini Boot Knife

$16.99

Gil Hibben “Expendables” Bowie Knife has a synthetic ivory handle with “Expendables” artwork and 14” 3Cr13 stainless steel blade.

The knife is housed in a black custom leather sheath.

The knife is 19 3/4” with gold plated blade catcher and guard, synthetic ivory handle, and polished stainless steel blade.

Gil Hibben "Expendables" Bowie Knife

$179.99

Dagger enclosed in black leather sheath stamped with Japanese symbols and "Honshu" with an exposed hand guard, handle, and pommel.

Upclose angled view of a silver dagger with blood groves and a hand guard, with a cross-style symbol and "Honshu" displayed on the bottom right side of the blade.

Upclose view of the stylish cast 2Cr13 stainless steel pommel with a small screw within the center of the endcap.

Upclose view of a silver dagger with blood groves and a hand guard, with a cross-style symbol and "Honshu" displayed on the bottom right side of the blade.

11 7/8" 1060 carbon steel blade imprinted with the text "Honsu" attached to a stainless steel hand guard and black TPR handle.

Honshu Crusader Quillon Dagger

$89.99 - $109.99

Honshu Boshin Kukri with a full-tang 13 1/8” 7Cr13 stainless steel blade with TPR handle shown on a blue background.

The sword is shown secured into a black genuine leather belt sheath.

Detailed view of the textured, ergonomically contoured TPR handle.

Full view of the sword with its uniquely curved 7Cr13 stainless steel blade and textured TPR handle.

The Boshin Kukri is shown with its curved blade and TPR handle leaned against tactical gear.

Honshu Boshin Kukri

$79.99 - $159.99

FIXED BLADE KNIVES FAQS

What are the advantages of a fixed blade knife over a folding knife?
Fixed blade knives offer greater strength and durability because they have a solid, non-folding construction. They are also easier to clean and maintain, making them ideal for heavy-duty tasks like camping, hunting, and survival.
What materials are used to make fixed blade knives?
Fixed blade knives are made from high-quality materials like stainless steel or carbon steel for the blade, ensuring durability and sharpness. Handles are often crafted from materials like wood, G10, or micarta for a secure and comfortable grip.
How do I maintain and care for a fixed blade knife?
To maintain your fixed blade knife, regularly clean the blade and handle, apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and sharpen the blade as needed. Proper storage, such as keeping the knife in its sheath, also helps protect it from damage.
Are fixed blade knives good for everyday carry (EDC)?
While fixed blade knives can be used for everyday carry, they are generally larger and less portable than folding knives. If you prefer a fixed blade for EDC, look for compact designs with a secure sheath for easy carry.