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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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Blade • Vol. LI, No. 8, May 2025

The Torch is Passed

CROSSOVERS • Part big knife/part small machete, 4 fixed blades do both well

EDGES FOR MANY ENVIRONS • Consider handy custom knives ideal for outdoor & indoor use

Knives Alive in ’ 25! • The factory ’25s are hot—but never too hot to cut for you

KEPHART COOL • Four repros emulate the knife Horace Kephart made famous

HORACE KEPHART

KEPHART KNIFE

BUSHCRAFT TIPS AND TRICKS • The author shows you how to elevate your survival skills

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MAJOR IN SHARP • Hone your cutlery acumen at the 12th Annual BLADE University

GLADIATOR’S NET

FIDGET ’N FLICK • Latest assisteds have all you need in swift, sharp folders

CUT, 2, 3, 4! • B. Goode H.U.T. 4 high steps its way through the author’s test drills

THE ART OF THE KNIFE DEAL • Top makers explain ho they collaborate with knife companies

Bo Randall and HIS BLADES • The father of modern sporting knives was busy making them a half century ago

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