We can hardly believe it’s that time of year - when we start thinking about finding clever holiday gifts for the most special people on our lists. If you find yourself stumped on what to get for the knife enthusiast in your life, don’t worry, we got you covered. Those closest to you deserve nothing but the best, which is why we recommend BucknBear knives, which are made of the finest quality steel. Our commitment to quality ensures durability, strength, and longevity of each blade that is made. We understand that knife lovers come from all walks of life, gravitating towards a variety of hobbies, which is why we created this guide, organized by niche. Now you can easily find exactly what you’re looking for, whether it’s a fillet knife for your fisherman father or a chef knife for your best friend’s kitchen. Not only did we take the guesswork out of your holiday shopping, we also offer free shipping on all orders. You’re welcome. Embed

Whether you’re the executive chef of a five-star restaurant or the head of your home kitchen, one of the most important tools in your arsenal should be a sharp blade. A good knife makes every slice and dice quality for food preparation. BucknBear has a spicy collection of kitchen cutlery to team up with your culinary skills to create the perfect dish. Smooth Slicing Ahead The Damascus Cheese Knife is perfect for slicing effortlessly through almost any cheese. The blade creates tiny air pockets allowing the blade to work precisely and with ease. The Damascus Paring Knife has a similar design. This knife is precision-forged from a single piece of steel. Its triple-riveted, ergonomic, full-tang handle is designed with professional chefs in mind. Ideal for detailed work like peeling potato skins or julienning vegetables, the paring knife is a versatile vessel in the kitchen. Best Blades for Breaking Down Butchering meat has never been easier with the Utility Cleaver Knife. Its razor-sharp design makes an excellent choice for professional chefs and discerning home cooks. From chopping steak to cutting through chicken bones, the range on BucknBear’s Utility Cleaver Knife is incredible. With double-beveled edges, this knife accommodates both right and left-handed users. Need to break fibrous tissue or separate meat from the bone? The Fillet Utility Knife has a thin, sharp curved blade that makes for a seamless breakdown. Offering exceptional flexibility, this utility knife is ideal for thinner cuts that are more intricate. When prepping fish, this knife can easily glide through the body, allowing for quick removal of bones and skin.   Comfort Grips in the Kitchen The Mid-Size Chef’s Knife and Small Chef’s Knife offer wide blades for extra clearance at the cutting board. Invisible, but protective ceramic coating allows for effortless cutting. But what size, should you be shooting for? When holding a chef’s knife, you want it to feel like a natural extension of your arm. A Mid-Size Chef’s Knife may be ideal for quick work such as mincing herbs and chopping through tomatoes. The Small Chef’s Knife is a great choice for precision slicing and dicing with a controlled grip, allowing each movement to rock back and forth effortlessly. The ultra-tough design is constructed from a single piece of steel and comes equipped with forge bolsters for supreme comfort and stability. Cutting through the Crust If you dread slicing through a loaf of bread, you aren’t alone. The crumb chaos that ensues isn’t fun for anyone. Slicing bread can be safe and clean with BucknBear’s Bread Cutting Serrated Knife. The double-serrated, scalloped blade stays razor sharp longer than traditional bread knives. It makes slicing even the toughest crusts a cinch. Precision forged from a single piece of high-carbon steel, this knife features a laser-controlled and tested cutting edge that’s complete with a triple-riveted, full-tang handle. BucknBear’s wide range of durable, high-quality kitchen cutlery is made with chefs in mind. No matter what recipes you have lined up, we have the perfect tool for you. Interested in incorporating our knives into your kitchen arsenal? Explore our complete line of cutlery products!

A sharp knife is a safe knife! Sounds bizarre, right? Let us explain. Dull blades on any knife require the user to apply additional pressure. With an edge that is dull, there is an increased chance of slippage that may result in injury. Most injuries are related to knives that have not properly been maintained. Follow the steps below to obtain optimal precision for slicing your way through anything.   Grinding and Honing Techniques Sharpening the blade of the knife can be divided into two different steps. Grinding is the removal of metal that helps refine the angle of the blade. And honing is sharpening via abrasion to create a finer edge. Honing is sometimes referred to as steeling, a method using a honing steel rod that straightens out the edge of the blade. Honing steel is best used for maintaining a knife. To properly hone a knife with a sharpening steel, or sharpening rod you will hold the rod with your fingers tucked behind the base of the steel. Holding the rod firmly in one hand and the knife in the other, position the blade 20 degrees. Take long strokes with the heel of the knife at the base of the steel and glide towards the top of the steel with the tip of the knife in one motion.   Image Source: http://www.wusthof.com/care-and-sharpening/using-a-steel   The steel should remain firmly in place as the knife moves diagonally across. Repeat these steps, then alternate with the blade on the underside of the steel rod to get the opposing side of the blade. Always remember to slide the blade away from yourself to minimize risk of injury. The act of honing should be done right before or right after using the knife and can become part of your daily routine to increase the longevity of your blade. For a knife that needs more attention than the straightening process of honing, grinding or sharpening with a sharpening stone or knife sharpener is necessary. This process is referred to as grinding. Grinding is when an abrasive material removes the worn away pieces of the blade and leaves new material at the surface.   Image Source: https://unsplash.com/photos/BtHjHxh-D7I   A whetstone or sharpening stone is often used to implement the grinding process. The stone has two abrasive sides, one course, and one fine. The stone is soaked in water for lubrication. The knife is then placed at a 20-degree angle where the heel of the knife is pressed down on the stone and with a gliding, even pressure the blade is ground from base to tip. After multiple strokes on the rough side, flip the stone to the finer abrasion and repeat the process. A trick when using whetstones is to keep them wet. This allows the waste material to be discarded without clogging the stone with debris.   Modern Fix for a Dull Blade Electrical and manual knife sharpeners are the modern fix for a dull blade. With an electric sharpener, the abrasives are on motorized wheels that spin against the blade as you insert from the base of the knife and pull backward in a slow and straight motion towards the tip. Manual knife sharpener inners are V-shaped chambers where the user pulls the knife from the base to the tip repeatedly. The shape of the chamber allows for the abrasives to push against both sides of the knife.   Image Source: https://www.touchofmodern.com/sales/anysharp-626c6c24-7744-4ab3-9549-9341a2718785/anysharp-pro-metal With varied techniques from a honing steel to whetstones, there are at-home knife care options for knife connoisseurs of all skill levels. Professional sharpening services are available if you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself. This allows you to drop off knives that are severely dull to have them professionally sharpened. The combination of grinding and honing techniques will reap the best result with continued daily maintenance.   For more information regarding the maintenance of your BucknBear knife, please reach out to us at support@bucknbearknives.com. Stay safe & stay sharp!

Do you hold the title of hunter, craftsman, or knife enthusiast? Are you searching for a new blade to add to your arsenal? Our best sellers collection is a great place to start. Here, you’ll find a dozen of our highly sought-after knives. Whether you’re looking for a dagger, folding knife, or a fixed blade for hunting or skinning, you’ll find something for just about any job. One of our bestselling knives is the Drop Point Utility Hunter. Showcasing a sturdy Damascus blade with full tang construction, this multipurpose knife is a reliable asset to any outdoorsman. With a handle made of olive wood and blue/black micarta bolsters, this hunter knife has solid weight for durability with a beautiful finish. Included with the Drop Point Utility Hunter is a leather sheath with a belt loop. For a smooth action pocket knife, look no further than the Army Linerlock Folder. With a VG10 core Damascus blade, this folder has incredible lockup and seating. Bolsters are black stainless and scales are a beautiful burl. The double black thumb stud and clip on the handle makes the Army Linerlock Folder perfect for travel and easy to keep track of. Having a handle made of camel bone and brass pins, the Drop Point Hunter has a Damascus blade with full tang construction waiting to be added to your collection. This hunter comes with a leather sheath for travel but also has a lanyard hole in the handle for a closer carry. This drop point hunter has a blade 3/16” thick and 1 ⅜” deep with filework on the thumb rest. The Black Panther Flipper is another folding pocket knife that makes up the BucknBear best sellers list. Housing a contoured, dark grey G-10 handle with clip and a blade made from 440C steel, this lynx flipper is both tough and handsome. It’s comfortable and reliable grip allows this folding utility knife to provide solid cutting performance. The ceramic ball bearing pivot allows for a seamless, one-handed blade deployment, representing the quality and durability Bucknbear guarantees in each knife. With an unusual double grind, the Huntsman Bushcraft Tracker also tops the list of great buys from Bucknbear. The handle is G10 with brass tube pins. A knife ready to withstand heavy duty work, the Huntsman Bushcraft Tracker sports a blade 3/16” thick and 1 ⅜” deep. A leather sheath is included for horizontal carry of this durable Damascus blade. The Huntsman Bushcraft Tracker is available in Brown G10, G10 Brown/Yellow, and Red Micarta variations. Another top-selling hunting knife is the Boot Hunter Dagger in Micarta/Bone. This knife features a double-edged 256 layer twist Damascus stainless steel blade. A dark horn and white bone handle gives this dagger a timeless look. Included with purchase is a premium leather sheath for carry. The final knife to make the cut is the Hunter Knife (Bone/Walnut), which is covered with smooth walnut and bone scales accented by stainless steel bolsters. With a compound bevel grind, this steel clip point blade is a fixed Damascus blade. If not carrying in its premium leather sheath, the handle features two subtle finger grooves that fit nicely in your hand. BucknBear is proud to showcase durable knives made with the finest quality steel. Lucky for you, all these hot hits are still currently for sale! Each of these best sellers can be custom engraved for an additional fee upon checkout and free shipping is offered on all domestic orders. Curious to see what other products can expand your collection? Check out the rest of the knives that make up our best sellers list here, and don’t forget, #LiveWithAnEdge.