Archive for the ‘Knives’ Category

Serrated Knives: When They’re Great and When They’re Not

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

Serrated Folder KnifeSerrated knives are well suited to tasks that involve tearing and sawing. Compared to a traditional knife blade, the zigzag edge of a serrated hunting knife provides more surface area for cutting. This means serrated knives often stay sharp longer than their smooth-edge counterparts. However, it is difficult to sharpen serrated knives in the wilderness; all but the most experienced knife owners must take their serrated camping knives to a professional for sharpening.

As you can see, serrated knives pose both advantages and disadvantages. These characteristics make serrated camping knives well suited to certain activities and difficult to use in others, as outlined below. (more…)

COAST Recommendations: Eight Gift Ideas for your Hanukkah Celebration

Monday, December 12th, 2011

As hard as it may be to believe, Hanukkah’s not too far off. The year is drawing to a close, lessons have been learned, and now it’s time to celebrate the impending new year. Here are eight practical and useful gifts your loved ones are sure to appreciate during this festival of lights:

HP7 LED Flashlight1. HP7 LED Flashlight.

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Coast’s Top 3 Stocking Stuffer Recommendations

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Stocking Stuffed With Flashlight, Multi Tool, and KnifeThe clock’s ticking down toward Christmas, and holiday shoppers everywhere will soon find themselves in crunch time as they scramble to complete their to-do lists. For those who are having trouble coming up with stocking stuffer ideas this year, our website is loaded with practical gift ideas, from flashlights to knives to multi-tools, that are the perfect size for slipping into a stocking.

Here are three great stocking stuffer ideas that will provide plenty of utility all year: (more…)

The Big Screen’s Most Bada** Knife Wielders

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011

rambo film knivesWhen it comes to action films, not much can beat a good knife fight. Close-quarters combat with knives creates fast-paced scenes that get the adrenaline going and maintain suspense. Throughout cinematic history, there have been a few knife-wielding stars who stood out above the rest, whether they preferred to brandish a particularly wicked hunting knife or were adept at handling multiple sporting knives.

The following is a look at five of the toughest characters wielding knives on screen: (more…)

Putting Your Camping Knives to Bed for Winter

Friday, November 4th, 2011

C244305 Damascus FolderAfter a long spring and summer filled with outdoor adventures and fun, the time has come for most of us to put our camping knives away for the winter. Most household knives are kept in loosely in a drawer, and this may be fine for your lesser quality steel; however, quality camping knives deserve better treatment.

Because a camping knife is made for rugged utility – not cutting up a tomato or buttering your toast – you’ll want to take a little more care when preparing your outdoor knives for winter storage.

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What NOT to Do With Your Camping Knife

Friday, October 14th, 2011

A Family PastimeIf you are an avid collector of knives, then you probably value the condition of your collection – even your utility camping knives. A quality camping knife, however, can quickly deteriorate if used improperly. The most important thing to remember about preserving the condition of your knives is to use them only for their intended purpose.

In order to keep your camping knives in top shape, here’s a look at what NOT to do with them: (more…)

Skinning Knives: Do I Need One?

Wednesday, October 12th, 2011

Damascus Skinning KnifeWhen you’re shopping for sporting knives, the sheer number of options can be confusing if you’re not an expert. One type of knife that often baffles inexperienced hunters is the skinning knife. Many people are unsure whether skinning knives are even necessary if you already have a larger hunting knife.

A skinning knife is a type of hunting knife that’s made for a specific purpose. Unlike most general sporting knives, a skinning blade is meant to do one thing well but isn’t necessarily the best choice for other tasks.

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Is My Multi-Tool Legal?

Friday, October 7th, 2011

Every state has its own laws regarding carrying a concealed weapon, and many of these laws apply to knives as well as firearms. Some cities even add their own restrictions on concealed weapons, leading many residents to become confused about wither it’s legal to carry a multi-tool in your pocket.

The good news is that despite the confusing language of many concealed weapons laws, carrying a multi-tool is usually legal. (more…)