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Hunting expeditions are incomplete without a foldable or Swiss knife in your pocket or backpack. However, you cannot keep many knives in your pocket because they are either too sharp or are uncomfortable when they rub against your body. At Perkin, however, you get knives that are, ergonomically, designed for your comfort. Design and Comfort Meet at Perkin Knives Being able to hold a pocket knife comfortable is key when out camping, and you need to cut something. Moreover, knives need to be handy, which is why we prefer keeping them in our pockets, closest to reach. However, if the knife has pinch points or sharp corners, using them will uncomfortable and harming, even. Pocket knives at Perkin have been designed to ensure the utmost comfort whether you are holding it forward or reverse grip. More often than not, hands slip when using a knife to cut things, especially in humid conditions. The reason for this is the lack of proper grip, causing the slippage. However, our pocket knives al...

Tomahawks, with their lightweight heads and medium-length handles, were first developed by Native Americans to be used as tools, or more commonly, as weapons. Hatchets, on the other hand, are designed to be used more as tools for chopping, shaving, splitting, and other things.  Both Tomahawks and hatchets are smaller, more unique versions of an ax. Therefore, it isn't surprising that they have a lot in common, like – having the same basic shape of an ax. Historically, the head consisted of a stone that narrowed to a blade on one end, attached to a short, oftentimes wooden handle. However, the two are essentially different in many ways – Since tomahawks have lightweight heads and medium-length handles, tomahawks are designed for tactical uses. Hatchets are tools, that, with their large, wedge-shaped heads and short handles are easy to control are versatile and can be used in multiple situations like chopping, splitting kindling, hammer in tent stakes and more. This makes them ...

Pocket knives came into existence around the same time as pockets. That meant there were no pocket knives until the 17th century. The first of the pocket knives were simple devices with nothing more than a blade attached with a sheath that would pivot out of the way when the blade was being used. Now, as with everything else, pocket knives have evolved quite a bit. There are now several different types of blades used in pocket knives -  One of the most common pocket knife blade types is Clip Point . Since the final third of the back of the blade is clipped (either straight or concave), it is called a clip point. It has a sharp, controllable tip that is good for cutting straight in. However, the tip of the clip point isn’t all that strong, being so narrow. The Drop Point is another very commonly used knife blade type. It has a sharp, straight edge on one of its sides which curves up to a point. As one gets closer to the tip, the spine slopes down to meet the bottom of the bla...

Do you cut your finger while cutting with a knife? Unless you are a professional chef (even if you are) chances are you have cut your finger at least once. The reason for this could be a number of things, from blunt blades to using the wrong knife. In fact, without proper use, the risk from knives is high and injuries rather common. If using a knife scares you because of this, know that with the right techniques and these five tips you can save your fingers. The sharpness of the knife matters One of the biggest reasons you get your fingers cut along with vegetables and fruits is using excessive force while cutting. A blunt knife makes you do this. Therefore, it is better to keep your knives sharpened. Better yet, get one that stays sharp for a long time like Damascus kitchen knives UK shops sell. Do not corral with the blade While still talking about the sharpness of the blade, avoid corraling cut pieces to the edge of the bard with the blade side. Doing so will reduce the sharpness ...

Adding a custom-made knife to your collection is always a good idea. But have you decided on the blade which you want to get customised? We understand that picking the right kind of knife for customisation can be a tough nut to crack at times, which brings us to this list. Take a look at the post below to get clarity on the most popular types of knives for personalisation. Read on. Hunting knife When headed to a hunting trip, carry a custom hunting knife in the UK and enjoy the sport to the fullest. Custom hunting knives are known to deliver excellent grip and ensure satisfaction for the wielder. From the handle design to the length of the blade, get every little detail customised to fit the bill for you. Chef's knife If you are a chef cum camper, what can be a better pick for you than a chef's knife? It excels at cutting and slicing & dicing the meat and vegetables. Get the handle adequately sized to meet your needs in the woods. Bowie knife If you ha...