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BLADE magazine is the world’s #1 knife publication, covering all aspects of the industry: knifemaking, how-to’s, collecting, legislation and knife rights, and much more. Inside each issue you’ll find: Coverage of the hottest and most collectible handmade knives and their values Complete listings of the industry's most important shows and events Knife collecting tips from the experts The most up-to-date knife legislation info

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COVER STORY

Sharp Is Interesting

OUACHITA WONDERS • Arkansas Whetstones still rock knife sharpening

EDGY IN THE DOG DAYS • Scorching new knives to keep you sharp this summer

CHIPS, DINGS AND BROKEN EDGES • Breathing life back into a damaged blade

GIMMICKS OR GAME CHANGERS? • Folder features evolve at a fast clip

SHARPS ON THE GO • Never lose your edge with these portable angle-guide sharpeners

SHARP MAKERS • Tools and accessories to keep your edge

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BLADES OF A FEATHER • Flock Of Blades Epitomizing Feather Damascus

STAR-SPANGLED STEELL PART II • Legendary knives that gave the U.S. military its edge

KNIVES AT WAR

BRAZILIAN BONANZA

MORTISED HANDLES AND EXCELLENT ACCIDENTS • Handles, mistakes and more with Fisk and Sibert

Auto Edge • Chaves’ OTF utility blade is one fast slicer

The Stoic Patriot • Lile’s sober bicentennial blade inscriptions

SHOW CALENDAR • Note: Entries with an asterisk (*) include knives and knife accessories as the main/sole focus. Entries with two asterisks (**) include knife seminars or symposiums, cutting or balisong competitions, auctions or other knife-related events.

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Mythical Undertaking • Guardian Sword proves a painstaking quest

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