What are the different types of knives?

Knives come in various types, including fixed-blade, folding, tactical, hunting, survival, and multi-tool knives. Each type is suited for specific tasks, such as outdoor activities or everyday carry.

What materials are used to make knives?

Knives are typically made with blades from stainless steel, carbon steel, or Damascus steel, offering different strengths and durability. Handles are made from materials like wood, G10, micarta, or aluminum, designed for comfort and grip.

What is the best knife for outdoor activities like camping or hiking?

For outdoor activities, choose a durable fixed-blade or folding knife with a sharp blade and a strong handle. Survival knives or multi-tool knives are also great options, offering versatility for cutting, food prep, and emergency situations.

How do I maintain and sharpen my knife?

To maintain your knife, regularly clean the blade, apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and sharpen it using a sharpening stone or knife sharpener. Proper care ensures longevity and sharpness for your blade.

Knives

Explore the diverse collection of knives at TrueSwords.com! Embrace the iconic design of the Rambo Last Blood Heartstopper Knife or take on the toughest tasks with the Timber Rattler Western Outlaw Bowie Knife. Add a touch of elegance to your carry with the Kissing Crane Mother Of Pearl Stiletto Pocket Knife.

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The Red Samurai Butterfly Knife deployed

A detailed look at the butterfly knife's handles

Samurai Balisong Knife

$24.99

Champagne Slotted Butterfly Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Skeletonized Steel, Latch Lock, Steel Handle - Length 9”

Silver Slotted Butterfly Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Skeletonized Steel, Latch Lock, Steel Handle - Length 9”

$19.99

The Armed Force Non-Reflective Tactical OTF Knife in its open and closed positions

A view of the automatic knife blade deployed

Detailed looks at the blade and the glassbreaker on the handle

Both sides of the pocket knife on display

Armed Force Auto OTF Knife

$69.99

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

Black Dragon Butterfly Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Molded Steel Handle, Latch Lock, Double Flippers - Length 9 1/4”

$22.99

Viper-Tec Scorpion Tip Balisong Knife has a scorpion tip tanto blade and polished stainless steel skeletonized handles.

The blade of the knife is secured between the two skeletonized stainless steel handles.

A hand is shown holding the skeletonized stainless steel handles slightly open, showing the stainless steel tanto blade.

A stainless steel latch can secure the skeletonized handles either open or closed.

This butterfly knife has a stainless steel scorpion tip tanto blade and polished stainless steel skeletonized handles.

Viper-Tec Balisong Knife

$34.99

Classic Pearl Butterfly Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Pearl Handle, Stainless Bolsters, Latch Lock, Double Flippers - Length 7 3/4”

$22.99

Honshu Premium Sekyuriti Ball Bearing Opening Pocket Knife - D2 Tool Steel Blade, TPU Handle Scales, Steel Pocket Clip

Honshu Premium Sekyuriti Ball Bearing Opening Pocket Knife

$93.99

Full image of the Honshu Sub-Hilt Tanto.

Full image of the Sub-Hilt Tanto in its sheath.

Honshu Sub-Hilt Tanto

$67.99

Classic Wooden Butterfly Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Wooden Handle, Stainless Bolsters, Latch Lock, Double Flippers - Length 7 3/4”

$22.99

Viper-Tec Cleaversong Butterfly Knife has a 8Cr13 stainless steel cleaver-style blade and black handles, shown on red background.

The knife’s black handles are made of 2Cr13 stainless steel with black pivot screws.

A black latch on the black 2Cr13 stainless steel handles secures them either open or closed.

A hand is shown holding the knife’s black handles slightly open, showcasing the cleaver-style blade.

Secured open, this knife has a 4” 8Cr13 stainless steel cleaver-style blade with black non-reflective finish.

Viper-Tec Cleaversong Butterfly Knife

$64.99

The Honshu Sekyuriti Razor Pocket Knife has a D2 tool steel blade with thumb notches and black G10 handle scales, shown on brown background.

The knife has handle scales made of black G10 with deep ridges and a lanyard hole.

Detailed view of the end of the handle, made of black G10, with a lanyard hole.

Side view of the deep ridges on the sides of the knife’s black G10 handle scales.

A steel pocket clip located on the back of the knife’s handle is printed with “Honshu”.

Angled view of the 3 7/8” D2 tool steel blade with thumb notches.

Honshu Sekyuriti Razor Pocket Knife

$94.99

KNIVES FAQS

What are the different types of knives?
Knives come in various types, including fixed-blade, folding, tactical, hunting, survival, and multi-tool knives. Each type is suited for specific tasks, such as outdoor activities or everyday carry.
What materials are used to make knives?
Knives are typically made with blades from stainless steel, carbon steel, or Damascus steel, offering different strengths and durability. Handles are made from materials like wood, G10, micarta, or aluminum, designed for comfort and grip.
What is the best knife for outdoor activities like camping or hiking?
For outdoor activities, choose a durable fixed-blade or folding knife with a sharp blade and a strong handle. Survival knives or multi-tool knives are also great options, offering versatility for cutting, food prep, and emergency situations.
How do I maintain and sharpen my knife?
To maintain your knife, regularly clean the blade, apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and sharpen it using a sharpening stone or knife sharpener. Proper care ensures longevity and sharpness for your blade.