Help me choose a knife, machete and training manuals for self defense. [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied on Oct 28, 2009 - 53 answers

[EnglishFilter]: "Butcher knife" or "Butcher's knife?" [more inside]
posted by AAAAAThatsFiveAs on Oct 19, 2009 - 16 answers

Just inherited a knife from my grandfather on a visit back home. He bought it in 1945; it is stamped "SCHRADE-WALDEN N.Y. U.S.A H-15" it has been in his Silverado's cab for the last 30 years or so, stored in a leather sheath (I've just read that's bad.) I have questions on cleaning it. [more inside]
posted by phritosan on Sep 1, 2009 - 6 answers

Name the knife used in "A Perfect Getaway" - seen in the previews, strapped to the leg of one of the male characters. It appears to have a handle that looks like brass knuckles, and generally looks very cool. I'm interested in knowing the model and manufacturer of this knife. Thanks!
posted by Merlin144 on Aug 7, 2009 - 9 answers

Moving from Melbourne, Australia to Nevada, USA. Need to ship a rifle and some knives to collect when I get there. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by Eastgate on Jul 13, 2009 - 10 answers

What is your favorite pocket knife? [more inside]
posted by tdreyer on Jun 29, 2009 - 47 answers

So my buddy and I watched that old Keanu Reeves film Point Break the other night, and we got to talking. We're thinking that more air pressure causes you to bleed at a more furious pace. So if someone's in a knife fight in a plane, is cut, say across the arm, then jumps out of the airplane to parachute to the ground - will they bleed to death before they hit the ground because the air pressure is causing them to bleed so quickly? It doesn't have to be skydiving, it could be on like, Everest. Will you bleed crazy fast higher up? I know that there are a lot of variables here, but I'm just curious if the thinking is sound.
posted by Sully on Jun 7, 2009 - 22 answers

I kinda feel like rounding up a couple of rubber practice knives and coating the edges in lipstick and having some simulated knife fights just for kicks. [more inside]
posted by GleepGlop on May 26, 2009 - 18 answers

[TVMoviesFilter] Trying to remember an old, cheap-looking movie from a single rememberance: in a room full of rich people, a magician/healer slides a woman's neck tumor/lump through to her finger, at which point he cuts it off with a knife. [more inside]
posted by XiBe on May 14, 2009 - 5 answers

I'd like to sharpen my knives and pruner, but how? [more inside]
posted by serazin on Apr 16, 2009 - 26 answers

Can you recommend a good woodworking pocket knife for a 12 year old? [more inside]
posted by genefinder on Dec 16, 2008 - 14 answers

How can I buy a butterfly knife cheaply if I just want to practice opening it? The hinge should work well, but the blade itself can be hammered out of somebody's garbage can for all I care. The first thing I do will be to dull it. In fact, since I spend a lot of time in Illinois, New Jersey, and New York City where butterfly knives are illegal to carry, it'd probably buy me some peace of mind if this thing didn't have a blade at all, just some appropriately weighted piece of metal. Anyone know where I can get something like this?
posted by d. z. wang on Dec 14, 2008 - 13 answers

Where can I buy cheap kiwi brand knives in Calgary? [more inside]
posted by PowerCat on Dec 1, 2008 - 1 answer

I am looking for a reliable, reasonable quality spring-assisted knife on a budget. [more inside]
posted by joshrholloway on Nov 9, 2008 - 13 answers

I have a bunch of dull knives, chisels, etc. I think I'm looking for a bench grinder. Used? New? How do I use it when I've got it? [more inside]
posted by echo target on Oct 27, 2008 - 13 answers

Why do the slices stick to the side of my chef's knife when I'm slicing apples and such? Is there anything I can do to stop it? It doesn't seem to happen to the TV chefs.
posted by smackfu on Oct 26, 2008 - 9 answers

Where to buy a Gerber Artifact in Toronto, or at least order in Canada. [more inside]
posted by Newbornstranger on Sep 28, 2008 - 1 answer

What should I call it when a band is finishing a song and the guitarist hits the last chord while jumping in the air and jack knifing his/her legs back? [more inside]
posted by planetkyoto on Sep 28, 2008 - 17 answers

[ManufacturingFilter] I have a kitchen knife that looks like solid metal, but it's far too light. How was it made? [more inside]
posted by Mike1024 on Sep 14, 2008 - 9 answers

I know. I should use a whetstone, but I haven't really been able to get the hang of it, despite taking a class (and I know to use the honing steel frequently between sharpenings). Can anyone recommend an easy at-home knife sharpening tool that's almost as good as a stone?
posted by SampleSize on Aug 1, 2008 - 30 answers

Is there such a thing as a rubber balisong or butterfly knife? What I'm wanting is a balisong that has the approximate heft expected, so it can be tricked with a bit, just without all of the potential for profuse bleeding. [more inside]
posted by grabbingsand on Jul 27, 2008 - 11 answers

Home Improvement Filter: why is it so hard to find an offset tool to remove stuff that is mounted on the wall? What do you use for that purpose? [more inside]
posted by jak68 on Jun 28, 2008 - 16 answers

How do I choose a great chef's knife? Feeling overwhelmed by all the choices. [more inside]
posted by supramarginal on Jun 12, 2008 - 43 answers

Looking for traditional folding knife recommendations... [more inside]
posted by brautigan on Jun 8, 2008 - 16 answers

Do any stores in the northeast US sell MAC knives? Bonus points for Philadelphia.
posted by DoctorFedora on Feb 26, 2008 - 4 answers

Know anything about sushi knives? I need info and recommendations. [more inside]
posted by zennie on Jan 26, 2008 - 20 answers

Has anyone out there had to rehab severed extensor tendons in your thumb and/ or index finger? [more inside]
posted by caveat empress on Dec 30, 2007 - 5 answers

How do I clean and/or polish a carving set very similar to this? [more inside]
posted by phrits on Nov 20, 2007 - 8 answers

What is the big knife called (and where can i buy it) that Mario Batali uses sometimes on Iron Chef America? [more inside]
posted by rorycberger on Nov 2, 2007 - 15 answers

What kind of sushi knife should I buy in Tokyo, and where? [more inside]
posted by Fat Charlie the Archangel on Jun 5, 2007 - 6 answers

I would like to learn to sharpen my own kitchen knives. Any advice on where to get good information and supplies? [more inside]
posted by cubby on Jan 8, 2007 - 27 answers

Am I setting myself up for any trouble by tossing my new Leatherman tool in my bag and forgetting about it? [more inside]
posted by electric_counterpoint on Dec 29, 2006 - 12 answers

Trying to remember the name of good French knife and also looking for suggestions for a good whittling knife. [more inside]
posted by Cochise on Dec 10, 2006 - 5 answers

Looking for suggestions for a (kitchen) knife sharpening service in the Denver Metro Area [more inside]
posted by jazon on Nov 13, 2006 - 7 answers

Help me win a bet against my girlfriend. Relates to deaths while opening those pesky plastic packages. [more inside]
posted by Sonic_Molson on Jun 15, 2006 - 17 answers

how do you sharpen a "sir-rated" (i cant spell) knife? [more inside]
posted by goldism on Mar 7, 2006 - 10 answers

The chefs at my local Teppanyaki grill have these nifty knife holsters. Where can I get one? [more inside]
posted by CrayDrygu on Jan 18, 2006 - 11 answers

I’m looking for a big scary cleaver like they use in Chinatown restaurants to chop up ducks. [more inside]
posted by KRS on Oct 17, 2005 - 7 answers

I’m trying to find out the proper name of a kind of dagger. I believe it is of Middle Eastern origin but it is not the traditional blade worn by the Bedouin. It often appears in cartoons among the assortment of weapons thrown at someone for, say…entering a cloak-and-dagger bar unwelcomed. I would describe the blade as being serpentine, but trying to google that has left me with mostly fantasy blades that have serpent designs on the handle and/or hilt. What I mean is, the actual blade is serpentine, curving back and forth giving it what could be called a serrated edge. Also, it is possible that some of these daggers might have a zig-zagging blade, but that may be an exaggeration by cartoonists of the original design. [more inside]
posted by waldo on Feb 20, 2005 - 11 answers

What is the best way to learn professional level kitchen knife skills? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by rorycberger on Jan 10, 2005 - 30 answers

More xmas-shopping: Does anyone know of a store in NYC I can buy those swiss army knives with USB hard drives? I know they have them at thinkgeek and amazon etc, but I need it, like, yesterday. Other weird USB devices are also of interest.
posted by edlundart on Dec 20, 2004 - 11 answers

Could a typical young man, armed only with a knife, (say, six or eight inches long) be trained to consistently "win" fights with a grizzly bear? Assume no element of surprise.
posted by Kwantsar on May 5, 2004 - 87 answers

I'm looking for a great chef's knife. I'm getting married soon so we're registering for gifts. My fiancee and I already have a decent set of knives, but I want a really fantastic chef's knife. While poking around on Alton Brown's site, I noticed his glowing shill endorsement for Kershaw Shun knives. Does anyone have any other opinions or recommendations?
posted by zsazsa on Mar 13, 2004 - 29 answers

How do I sharpen this or any serrated bread knife?
posted by stbalbach on Jan 30, 2004 - 3 answers