5 Must-Have Knife Accessories

 We all know that once a knife owner, you crave for personalising and adding more to your knife collection. Nothing beats the sight of your favourite knife in your hands with the perfect knife  accessory, customised handle and a well-maintained blade. 

However, a sheath, the most commonly known knife accessory isn’t the only knife accessory out there. Keep reading to find out more about 5 must-have knife accessories.

1. Knife Sharpener

Buying a knife sharpener goes without saying. If you own a knife that you use frequently, you cannot expect to drive down to the shop to get your knife sharpened every time. You must own a knife sharpener at home to be able to do the needful without any problems. There are many portable knife sharpeners available now that you can store easily without it taking too much space in your home. You could also go a step ahead and buy it in a colour scheme similar to your knife or knives, if you follow one.

2. Knife Sheath

A sheath, most commonly known knife accessory, is a must when you buy a knife. Many knives come with sheaths upon purchasing, for instance, bowie knife sheath comes with the knife always. 

A sheath is basically a knife sleeve with an extension that allows you to attach it to your belt. Hence, it is common for tactical or combat knives to come with sheaths since it is necessary. For other knives, you can purchase sheaths separately if need be, however, it isn’t essential, as they aren’t hazardous to carry around openly. 

3. Knife Sleeve

A knife sleeve is a great accessory to have for knives at home. Kitchen knives such as the ones used for butchering, skinning, deboning need knife sleeves. These sleeves simply cover the blade and nothing else. Some sleeves have sharpeners inside so every time you slide the blade in, the blade sharpens a little, which is great for kitchen usage. You need to make sure that your blade is clean before sliding it in the sleeve.

You are going to carry your tactical knife in your hand or hang it from your backpack, you could use the sleeve. The pocket lock knife comes with its own sleeve, also called a casing.

4. Knife Polish

Knife polishing, although a tedious task to some, helps keep your knife sharp for long. You must polish your blade regularly between your sharpening sessions. The polishing helps maintain the sharpness of the edge from the previous sharpening and provides a lustre to the blade, adding to the appeal of the knife. 

While many accessories help your knife look better, many of them are essential to maintain your knife’s condition. With these simple accessories at hand, you can keep your knife shiny and as good as new always.