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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Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife has a stainless steel blade and gray hardwood handle, shown with leather sheath on wooden background.

The bowie knife is housed in a handmade genuine leather belt sheath.

Detailed view of the classic gray hardwood handle with brass pins and brass-plated guard.

Side view of the gray hardwood handle with brass-plated guard and angled brass-plated pommel.

The knife has a 11 3/8” stainless steel blade extending from the brass-plated guard.

Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife

$39.99

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

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

Full image of the Crusader Knight Gold Dagger and scabbard.

Full image of the Knight Gold Dagger in the scabbard.

Crusader Gold Dagger of the Night

$34.99

Shinwa Kandao Ulu Knife has a unique fixed blade that combines elements from a karambit and ulu knife and a knuckle guard.

Angled view of the open ring pommel at the end of the black G10 handle.

This unique knife has a 5 4/5” 3Cr13 stainless steel blade with non-reflective finish and finger ring holes.

Shinwa Kandao Ulu Knife

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This Scottish dirk replica piece has a unique twisted handle design and 4 1/2” stainless steel blade.

This knife has a faux blue jewel pommel on its twisted handle and comes with a black sheath with metal tip.

Twisted Steel Scottish Dirk Knife

$27.99

Full image of the Lord of the Rings Boromir Dagger.

Close up image of the handle, pommel and guard on the Boromir Dagger.

Close up angled image of the pommel and handle of the Lord of the Rings Boromir Dagger.

Dagger of Boromir

$194.99

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

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Trident Lightning Dagger and Scabbard In-set

Trident short sword in scabbard with metal detailing.

Trident Lightning Dagger

$32.99

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 Honshu Historic Forge Italian Dagger is shown both in and out of its sheath next to the “Honshu,” “Historic Forge,” and “1065 Carbon Steel” logos.

The Italian Dagger is shown secured in its brown leather sheath with gold-colored accents on the throat and tip.

A zoomed look at the piercing point of the Honshu Historic Forge Italian Dagger’s 1065 carbon steel blade.

A detailed look at the crosshatching on the Honshu Italian Dagger’s wooden handle with gold-colored rounded pommel and crossguard with ring.

Full view of the Honshu Historic Forge Italian Dagger with 1065 carbon steel blade, gold-colored guard and pommel, and brown wooden handle.

Honshu Historic Forge Italian Dagger

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The full contents of the USMC Combat Ready Kit displayed

The sawback bowie knife that's included in the kit

The assisted opening pocket knife that comes in the kit

The survival fixed blade knife that comes in the kit

USMC Combat Ready Kit

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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.