SynopsisIdeal for fans of buck knives, razor blade knives, elephant knives, and other knives One of many reputable Shooter's Bible books Thorough resource for all of the listings and current trends in the knife market, including new manufacturers and metals The Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives contains everything you need to know about owning, maintaining, and buying all kinds of knives. It sets the basic standard for thorough publications by continuing the Shooter's Bible tradition of compiling more information and products than any other source. It belongs on bookshelves with other knife collecting books, knives books, firearms survival guides, and top knife books. It is also a classic shooter book. This book contains photographs and descriptions of more than 400 knives that treat readers to product highlights from custom knife makers and major manufacturers. It takes you from the blacksmith shop to high-tech influential designers with new information about locking mechanisms, blade steel, and handle materials. It has an encyclopedic level of information, including: Tips for buyers and collectors Detailed specifications and prices Knives for self-defense Knife anatomy Accessories and sharpeners Legal knowledge for every knife owner Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home., Everything you need to know about buying, owning, and maintaining all kinds of knives. The Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives sets the standard for comprehensive publications by carrying on the Shooter's Bible tradition of bringing together more products and information than any other source. With photographs and descriptions of more than four hundred knives, readers are treated to product highlights from major manufacturers and custom knife makers. This book brings you from the blacksmith shop to high-tech influential designers with insights into blade steel, locking mechanisms, and handle materials.Information inside includes:Detailed specifications and pricesTips for buyers and collectorsKnife anatomyKnives for self defenseLegal knowledge for every knife ownerAccessories and sharpenersAnd much more!In this second edition, author Roger Eckstine updates all the listings and discusses current trends in the knife market, including new metals and manufacturers. When it comes to knives, this book is the source for the products and the passion.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home., Everything you need to know about buying, owning, and maintaining all kinds of knives. The Shooter's Bible Guide to Knives sets the standard for comprehensive publications by carrying on the Shooter's Bible tradition of bringing together more products and information than any other source. With photographs and descriptions of more than four hundred knives, readers are treated to product highlights from major manufacturers and custom knife makers. This book brings you from the blacksmith shop to high-tech influential designers with insights into blade steel, locking mechanisms, and handle materials. Information inside includes: Detailed specifications and prices Tips for buyers and collectors Knife anatomy Knives for self defense Legal knowledge for every knife owner Accessories and sharpeners And much more! In this second edition, author Roger Eckstine updates all the listings and discusses current trends in the knife market, including new metals and manufacturers. When it comes to knives, this book is the source for the products and the passion. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Number of Pages256 pages