Introduction to Knives: Manipulation, Observation and Blade Geometry (Part 1)
3,452 views · Published 18 January 2011 · 9:36 · Indexed 27 October 2026
Channel: TheModernSurvivalist · 2011 · Education
Hi everyone. These are a series of videos explaining basic knife concepts people interested in the subject should know. Very little can be covered in about an hours but a few basics are discussed so as to layer a foundation for further discussion about knives. This first part covers the basics of knife manipulation, what to look for when handling a knife and knife geometry. What makes a good knife: 1)Good knife general design (appropriate blade shape, comfortable handle, good balance) 2)Sound blade Geometry 3)Proper choice of Steel AND Heat treatment for the knife's intended use. 4)Most important of all: An experienced and skillful operator on the other side of the blade. Handling knives: Ask before touching the knife (basic manners ) be careful not to cut yourself, don't leave fingerprints on the blade. Don't juggle, flip, or do any sort of trick with the knife. No matter how good (or bad usually) you are, you wont impress anyone. Remember to visit my blog http://ferfal.blogspot.com/ for lots of survival articles and tips as well as gear reviews. Fernando
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