The United States Constitution is very clear on the “right of the people to keep and bear arms.” Interestingly, it does not say specifically firearms. Arms is a derivative of the Latin word arma, which means “tools or weapons.” Our forefathers, a literate bunch, certainly understood that a common work tool could also have a place in national, and personal defense. Still, some do-gooders want to limit your right to own and carry a knife. Interestingly, those countries such as England and Australia which have some of the strictest anti-gun and anti-knife laws are seeing an increase in violent crime. Because the odds that a citizen in his home or on the street might be able to protect himself have been greatly reduced. David Kowalski of the American Knife & Tool Institute has said that threats to the right to own and use a knife “. . . should also be a very real concern to virtually every American. Our ancestors have been using knives as tools for millions of years.

We don’t have to chip them out of stone anymore. We have responsible manufacturers making them for us. We’re not criminals with evil intentions. We’re Americans using knives responsibly as tools every day.” If you manufacture, import, distribute, sell, use or collect knives, we emphatically encourage you to become involved and work to protect your rights. , and become a member.Handled properly, a knife is one of the most useful work tools known to man. We recommend the American Knife & Tool Institute’s booklet on knife safety, My First Knife, to everyone, and especially to youngsters who may be receiving their first knife. Just click on the title above to download this booklet free in pdf format. It is an excellent primer on knife basics. Handled irresponsibly and without respect, any knife can be a danger. We encourage every knife user to read the cautions page on this web site, and to always treat knives with care and respect. Safety Do’s and Don’ts. Misuse of your knife can cause serious injury or even death.

It can also cause your knife to break or fail, and the CRKT limited lifetime warranty will not apply. Failure to properly maintain your knife also may cause its mechanisms to not function properly, which could result in injury to you, or damage to the knife. So, follow these do’s and don'ts and the knife will last longer, and you'll be safer too: DON'T use the knife for any task other than cutting. You'll be disappointed with its performance, you could injure yourself or damage the knife, and you will void the CRKT limited lifetime warranty.Plastic Bathtub Philippines 1. DO keep the cutting edge sharp. Sofa On Sale DubaiA cutting tool works better and is safer to use when it is sharp.Moving Company 11694 2. DO regularly clean the blade with mild soap and water and apply a light coat of machine oil or Tuf-Cloth™.

Stainless steels “stain less” but still may corrode without care. 3. DO periodically lubricate the blade pivot area of any folding knife. Although many CRKT knives feature lubrous washers, a drop of lubricant will clean the blade pivot area and help the blade open and close more smoothly and safely. 4. DO periodically check the tightness of the blade pivot area and the frame fasteners of any folding knife with the appropriate screwdriver, Allen™ or Torx® wrench. Given time and hard use, all screws can loosen slightly. Some CRKT models shown on this web site may not be available in your area because of local regulations which limit blade length, blade edges, assisted opening or other features. MISUSE OF YOUR KNIFE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. KEEP THIS KNIFE AWAY FROM YOUNGER CHILDREN AND PROVIDE KNIFE SAFETY TRAINING BEFORE ALLOWING OLDER CHILDREN TO USE A KNIFE. READ ALL THE KNIFE CARE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR KNIFE. Misuse of your knife can cause serious injury or even death.

1. DON'T use the knife for any task other than cutting. You'll be disappointed with its performance, you could injure yourself or damage the knife, and you will void the CRKT limited lifetime warranty. (The exceptions to this caution are the A.B.C. Aqua and MAK-1 Multiple Access Knife which have tips designed specifically for prying.) 2. DON’T sharpen the back side (flat side which seals against the frame) of single-edged K.I.S.S.® and P.E.C.K.® knives.Although many CRKT knives feature lubrous washers, a drop of lubricant such as Tuf-Glide™ or Break-Free® CLP®, or a light machine oil, at the pivot points will help the blade open and close more smoothly and safely. 4. DO periodically check the tightness of the blade pivot area and the frame fasteners of any folding knife with the appropriate screw driver, Allen™ or Torx® wrench. A note about specifications on this web site and in our catalogs. Blade lengths are measured according to 2006 American Knife and Tool Institute guidelines.

Colors and textures in photographs are as close as modern reproduction processes permit, but variations occur in finishing processes such as anodizing and titanium nitride coating and in natural materials such as leather and ray skin, so visit your local CRKT retailer and view actual products under natural lighting conditions to ensure complete satisfaction. Beware of counterfeit CRKT products. We have encountered a variety of fraudulent CRKT counterfeit products on web sites and through unauthorized back door channels. Click here for more information, and ways to protect yourself against bogus products. Specifications on CRKT products are subject to change without notice.Home  >  How to Care for a Damascus Steel Knife KNIVES BY BRANDKNIVES BY TYPECUSTOM KNIVESEXCLUSIVESEDC Gear: Pens, Lights & WatchesMONEY CLIPSby Larry ConnelleyIf you have a Damascus steel blade knife, you have a knife blade with unique beauty. With its historical reputation as the metal used for the best swords over hundreds of years, and its distinctive wavy design, Damascus steel is a beauty to behold.

So with that quality blade--especially one that has intricate etchings--comes special care. Here are our tips on how to care for a Damascus steel knife, in order for it to maintain its beauty and use.1. Lubricate carbon steel Damascus blades.The pattern in damascus forged completely though the entirety of the blade. The steel's unique pattern is only truly revealed with etching an acid wash. This etching causes the different oxidation levels to show dark (oxidized) and light/shiny patterns on the blade (resisting oxidation).Most hand forged damascus blades are made of high carbon steel, which means that they have a low amount of chromium in the steel. Carbon steel and carbon steel damascus can rust when not cared for properly properly. You will need to make sure the blade remains clean and dry in order to prevent rust or discoloration.After cleaning and drying your knife, you should lubricate it with a wax to prevent moisture from affecting the blade. We recommend Renaissance Wax (an archival-grade museum wax), because it will keep your knife rust-free and maintain its etched beauty.

Damascus blades can also be made of stainless steel. When a knife is made with steel carrying a chromium content of at least 11% it will be mentioned in the product specs as stainless. While stainless damscus steel can resist rust and will take less care, we recommend applying wax to any damascus blade to keep it looking at it's best.2. Avoiding abrasives--rough cloths, metal polishes, steel wool, etc--is important to maintaining the look and quality of the blade, because if you do use an abrasive or metal cleaner it will remove the etched oxidation that you want on a damascus knife. Once the etch is altered, we recommend sending your blade back to the maker for re-etching service.3. Be mindful of when and where you use your Damascus blade.A carbon steel damascus blade is especially susceptible to damage when used on acidic foods (fruits, for example), in wet, humid environments, and for field dressing game. These uses and environments can remove the etching of the blade.When you do use damascus, remember to wash and dry it immediately, taking care to not rub the blade roughly.

Using a microfiber or cotton cloth to dry it, a the softer material will not wear the blade.4. Store it properly to keep it rust-free.When not in use, it's important to keep the Damascus steel knife in a dry interior environment, where it will not be affected by extreme moisture or temperature changes. After cleaning and waxing your knife, storing it in a box or padded zipper case, your knife will keep well.When out in the field with your knife, make sure that you don't keep it in a wet environment for long periods of time. Don't store your damacus knife (or any knife for that matter) in a leather sheath - acids and chemicals are used to tan leather and can lead to oxidation over time due to the the normal moisture found in the air.In addition, keep an eye out for a wet handle: the moisture from the handle can also rust the blade, so keeping the entire knife dry is important. We strongly advise against using a de-humidifier bar if you are storing damascus knives with natural handle materials;

especially in a closed safe or storage compartment. Extreme low humidity is a hazard for ANY natural handle material (woods, stag, etc) and will likely cause cracking or separation. Humidity does not affect synthetic handle materials.By taking good care of your Damascus steel knife, your knife will last longer and maintain its unique look.(feel free to link to this article if you found it helpful.)Sign up today to receive special offers from Knife Art! Chris Reeve KnivesRick Hinderer KnivesWilliam Henry KnivesSpartan Blades Winkler KnivesChris Reeve KnivesWilliam Henry KnivesStrider KnivesBenchmade KnivesEmerson KnivesFantoni KnivesRick Hinderer KnivesSpartan Blades Zero Tolerance KnivesKnifeArt KnivesWhite River KnivesBrous BladesWinkler KnivesSouthern Grind KnivesKingdom ArmoryFreeman Outdoor GearAttleboro KnivesLionSteel KnivesMicrotech KnivesTactical Folding KnivesTactical Fixed BladesPocket KnivesDamascus KnivesCUSTOM KNIVESPocket KnivesTactical Folding KnivesDamascus KnivesEngraved KnivesSurvival KnivesHunting KnivesTactical Fixed BladesDaggersBackpacking & Hiking KnivesNeck KnivesFirefighter, Rescue & EMS KnivesCamping & Outdoor KnivesEDC KnivesFlipper KnivesAmerican Made KnivesAssisted Opening KnivesKarambit KnivesTactical TomahawksKnives under $500Knives $500-$1000Knives $1000-$2000Knives over $2000 Duane