Last summer, I was in my Florida workshop on a steamy afternoon. The AC wasn’t quite keeping up, and my hands were slick with sweat from a morning of carving wood and prepping gear. I reached for my trusty CRKT folding knife—a blade I had started using after some hesitation. “Is CRKT a good knife […]
I remember one sweltering afternoon in my Florida garage. The sun was beating down, and the humidity made the leather smell earthy. I had just finished carving a small hunting knife, and the thought hit me—I had no sheath for it. I could carry it in my pocket, but every time I bent over, I
The first time I carried an EDC knife, I did not think much about it. It was a hot Tuesday in July, standing in my garage with Florida humidity sticking to my skin. I was opening a box of drywall anchors from Home Depot, struggling with thick packing tape, and wishing I had a better
I still remember the first time I held a balisong knife in my hand on a humid afternoon in a Florida workshop. The steel felt cold, the handles smooth, and I was nervous. “What is a balisong knife?” I wondered. Turns out, it’s more than just a fancy blade—it’s a tool, a collector’s piece, and
If you’ve ever wondered how does an OTF knife work, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re a construction worker braving icy Midwest winters or a DIY enthusiast tackling a humid Florida garage project, understanding the inner workings of an OTF (Out-The-Front) knife is key to using it safely and efficiently. OTF knives are unique
I still remember the first time I tried to close my Kershaw Blur in my Florida garage. I was rushing to finish a DIY project, my hands sweaty from the humid air, and I almost pinched my finger. That little scare reminded me that knowing how to close a Kershaw knife properly isn’t just about
I remember the first time I held a Gyuto knife. It was in my small Florida kitchen on a humid Saturday morning. I had just caught some fresh trout from the local pier, and my standard chef knife felt clunky. But this Japanese blade — sleek, thin, and balanced — glided through the fish like
You might have heard the term “OTF knife” tossed around in workshops, tool stores, or online forums. But what exactly is it? Having worked with knives in various settings—from my busy garage in Michigan to my humid Florida workshop—I’ve gathered some solid hands-on insights about OTF knives. Let me break down what they are, how