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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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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Gil Hibben Old West Toothpick Bowie Knife has a 11 7/8” stainless steel blade and classic hardwood handle.

The knife housed in a black genuine leather sheath with a strap.

The knife, measuring 17 1/2” overall, has a stainless steel blade with oversized stainless guard and pommel.

The knife’s hardwood handle is framed by a stainless guard and pommel.

Angled view of this knife, designed for the “Expendables” film, has a mirror polished stainless steel blade.

The knife’s handle is made of hardwood and has a polished stainless pommel.

Gil Hibben Old West Bowie Knife

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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

United Cutlery Honshu Fighter Knife has a 440A stainless steel blade and rubberized grip, shown on background of tactical gear.

The 13 1/4” knife has a 7 5/8” full-tang 440A stainless steel blade with deep blood groove.

The razor sharp United Cutlery Honshu Fighter Knife is shown slicing into a tire.

The fighter knife with black rubberized handle and stainless steel pommel is shown stabbed into the seat of a car.

Honshu Fighter Knife

$56.98 - $59.99

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

Gil Hibben Extreme Survival Survivor Bowie Knife has a 7Cr17 stainless steel blade with sawback teeth, pakkawood handle, and leather belt sheath.

A hand is shown holding the knife by its black pakkawood handle with the sawback stainless steel blade facing upward.

The 15” knife has a 10” 7Cr17 stainless steel blade with sawback teeth, shown slicing into a tree.

Gil Hibben Extreme Survival Survivor Bowie Knife With Sheath

Gil Hibben Extreme Survival Bowie Knife

$109.99

The Honshu Legionary Dagger in its sheath and out of its sheath

A close-up of the blade and skullcrusher pommel

Honshu Legionary Dagger

$89.99

United Cutlery Marine Force Recon Night Stalker Bowie Knife is 16 3/4” with a 12” blade made of AUS-6 stainless steel blade.

United Cutlery Marine Force Recon Night Stalker Bowie Knife has “Night Stalkers Don’t Quit” down the side of the black blade.

This knife has a double-serrated sawback stainless steel blade with black coating and textured black handle.

USMC Night Stalker Bowie Knife

$29.99

Polished stainless steel throwing knife with several thru-holes on a wood background.

Single piece of mirror polished stainless steel throwing knife with 5 various sized through holes.

Polished throwing kife enclosed in black leather sheath attached to a belt positioned on top of the leg.

Mirror polished "Gil Hibben" throwing knife imbeded into the bulls-eye of a wooden target.

Polished throwing knife in black leather sheath with cross hatched pattern and button closure.

Large "Gil Hibben" mirror polished throwing knife being held diagonally in front of a wood background.

Gil Hibben III Throwing Knife

$36.99

United Cutlery Honshu Boshin Bowie With Sheath

Honshu Boshin Bowie

$69.99

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

The Titanium Spiral Dagger laying on broken cinder blocks.

Titanium Spiral Dagger With Sheath

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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.