Fossils from around 5000 and 6000 B.C. in Serbia had animal hides with elaborately done shells st... more Fossils from around 5000 and 6000 B.C. in Serbia had animal hides with elaborately done shells stitched with decorative designs on it. The famous Chinese embroidery goes way back to 3500 B.C., who used silk thread, precious pearls, and stones in different works. In Sweden, the earliest finds of embroidery are from the Viking Age, around the 9th and 10th centuries.
Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of ... more Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of history, at times, signaling the end of an entire civilization. Such outbreaks are nearly constant, even in this modern era, though not every outbreak reaches pandemic level as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has. Here are five of the worst epidemics and pandemics in history. 1. American Plagues (1492) The American Plagues are a cluster of European and Asian diseases like bubonic plague, measles and smallpox brought to the Americas by European explorers. These illnesses contributed to the collapse of the Aztec and Inca civilizations, who were ravaged by the diseases, making them unable to defend themselves from the Spanish forces. Subsequently, citizens of Britain, Portugal, France, and the Netherlands found it quite easy to conquer and settle in the Western Hemisphere, as nearly 90% of the native population had died due to the diseases.
Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of ... more Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of history, at times, signaling the end of an entire civilization. Such outbreaks are nearly constant, even in this modern era, though not every outbreak reaches pandemic level as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has.
Honor is the sacred inheritance of a Gurkha. When 40 robbers armed with knives and pistols boarde... more Honor is the sacred inheritance of a Gurkha. When 40 robbers armed with knives and pistols boarded the Maurya Express train on September 2nd, 2010, 35-year-old Gurkha Bishnu Prasad Shrestha was on board, travelling back home after voluntarily retiring from the Indian Army.
Our swords are used by the History Channel, Discovery Channel and theater groups all over the wor... more Our swords are used by the History Channel, Discovery Channel and theater groups all over the world with great success. Not sure what you need? Ask us, we're there for you. Now doesn't that make you feel warm and fuzzy?
After their crushing defeat at Stalingrad, the Germans were on the defensive for most of 1943. Th... more After their crushing defeat at Stalingrad, the Germans were on the defensive for most of 1943. The Soviet Union’s Red Army had amassed an enormous amount of men and machines to throw against the ever dwindling German forces. Although on the defensive, the Germans were nowhere near defeat, however, and were able to put up ferocious resistance to all Soviet advances. Hitler was looking for a dramatic victory to swing the war in Russia back into Germany’s favor. He decided on a full counter attack aimed at the Soviet weak spot around the city of Kursk. What followed was the largest tank battle in history!
Opening a folding knife may seem like a fairly straightforward topic. You take the knife out and ... more Opening a folding knife may seem like a fairly straightforward topic. You take the knife out and you open the blade. The reality is that this is one of the most important features depending on the scenario in which the knife is used. Foremost if the pocket knife you carry is for self-defense, then you want to be assured that when the time comes you can quickly and safely have the knife at the ready. Here we would like to discuss some of the more common but innovative ways to deploy your folding knife and their tactical advantages.
The Sword Excalibur is undoubtedly the most famous of all mythical swords. We know it as the swor... more The Sword Excalibur is undoubtedly the most famous of all mythical swords. We know it as the sword of King Arthur, which he drew from a stone and hence proved his birthright and royalty. However, most accounts have it differently. According to various legends, the Sword in the Stone is a sign of Arthur’s royalty but the more magical Excalibur was given to him by the Lady of the Lake
Daggers are symmetrical, double-edged knives with a sharp point historically used as thrusting an... more Daggers are symmetrical, double-edged knives with a sharp point historically used as thrusting and stabbing weapons. These tools have been around forever. They were there before swords. In fact, the dagger predates every weapon known to mankind bar the club.
Purchasing a sword, especially your first can come with some pit falls if you’re not careful and ... more Purchasing a sword, especially your first can come with some pit falls if you’re not careful and there are considerations you need to take into account to make sure your money is well spent and you get what you really want. A sword can be an investment and even art form. A sword can be an amazing and interesting item to highlight in a room that creates intrigue and conversation. Keep this in mind-
Is the Katana the best sword? Is it perfect? That will continue to be debated, but after handling... more Is the Katana the best sword? Is it perfect? That will continue to be debated, but after handling many we can attest to their effectiveness and beauty. And if we could have only one sword, this would be right up there for consideration.
It’s no secret that since Man had the ability to shape stone and metal starting thousands of year... more It’s no secret that since Man had the ability to shape stone and metal starting thousands of years ago, they’ve also been slashing, stabbing, hitting and basically wreaking havoc on each other ever since. When did the first knife fight break out? When the second blade was created. Over the centuries, the longer version, swords have become the best option for the battlefield and many have a fearsome reputation.
Samurai swords are iconic weapons in history as well as literature and film. The famed Samurai ha... more Samurai swords are iconic weapons in history as well as literature and film. The famed Samurai have used this effective weapon for hundreds of years. From Musashi to Highlander and Kill Bill the sword has taken on an almost mythic status. The handmade nature of the sword produces art and is an art onto itself. Folding the Japanese steel and differential tempering the blade gives this highly effective sword an extremely hard and razor-sharp edge while the spine remains more pliant to absorb and flex with the concussive blows a sword like this takes in practice and in battle.
Although there is no replacing a good alloy or steel when it comes to overall performance, durabi... more Although there is no replacing a good alloy or steel when it comes to overall performance, durability, edge holding, affordability AND serviceability they lose out to Nitinol when it comes to hardness. Since we have yet to test a blade made of diamond we submit SM-100 as the winner.
The Bowie has come a long way from its initial days when it resembled a Spanish hunting knife and... more The Bowie has come a long way from its initial days when it resembled a Spanish hunting knife and differed little from a common butcher knife. The first known Bowie knife reveals a strong Mediterranean influence, especially in its shape which is very much like the traditional Spanish folding knife that used to be carried by immigrants to Mexico and other territories of the Old Southwest.
Fossils from around 5000 and 6000 B.C. in Serbia had animal hides with elaborately done shells st... more Fossils from around 5000 and 6000 B.C. in Serbia had animal hides with elaborately done shells stitched with decorative designs on it. The famous Chinese embroidery goes way back to 3500 B.C., who used silk thread, precious pearls, and stones in different works. In Sweden, the earliest finds of embroidery are from the Viking Age, around the 9th and 10th centuries.
Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of ... more Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of history, at times, signaling the end of an entire civilization. Such outbreaks are nearly constant, even in this modern era, though not every outbreak reaches pandemic level as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has. Here are five of the worst epidemics and pandemics in history. 1. American Plagues (1492) The American Plagues are a cluster of European and Asian diseases like bubonic plague, measles and smallpox brought to the Americas by European explorers. These illnesses contributed to the collapse of the Aztec and Inca civilizations, who were ravaged by the diseases, making them unable to defend themselves from the Spanish forces. Subsequently, citizens of Britain, Portugal, France, and the Netherlands found it quite easy to conquer and settle in the Western Hemisphere, as nearly 90% of the native population had died due to the diseases.
Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of ... more Epidemics and plagues have existed since the beginning of humanity, often changing the course of history, at times, signaling the end of an entire civilization. Such outbreaks are nearly constant, even in this modern era, though not every outbreak reaches pandemic level as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has.
Honor is the sacred inheritance of a Gurkha. When 40 robbers armed with knives and pistols boarde... more Honor is the sacred inheritance of a Gurkha. When 40 robbers armed with knives and pistols boarded the Maurya Express train on September 2nd, 2010, 35-year-old Gurkha Bishnu Prasad Shrestha was on board, travelling back home after voluntarily retiring from the Indian Army.
Our swords are used by the History Channel, Discovery Channel and theater groups all over the wor... more Our swords are used by the History Channel, Discovery Channel and theater groups all over the world with great success. Not sure what you need? Ask us, we're there for you. Now doesn't that make you feel warm and fuzzy?
After their crushing defeat at Stalingrad, the Germans were on the defensive for most of 1943. Th... more After their crushing defeat at Stalingrad, the Germans were on the defensive for most of 1943. The Soviet Union’s Red Army had amassed an enormous amount of men and machines to throw against the ever dwindling German forces. Although on the defensive, the Germans were nowhere near defeat, however, and were able to put up ferocious resistance to all Soviet advances. Hitler was looking for a dramatic victory to swing the war in Russia back into Germany’s favor. He decided on a full counter attack aimed at the Soviet weak spot around the city of Kursk. What followed was the largest tank battle in history!
Opening a folding knife may seem like a fairly straightforward topic. You take the knife out and ... more Opening a folding knife may seem like a fairly straightforward topic. You take the knife out and you open the blade. The reality is that this is one of the most important features depending on the scenario in which the knife is used. Foremost if the pocket knife you carry is for self-defense, then you want to be assured that when the time comes you can quickly and safely have the knife at the ready. Here we would like to discuss some of the more common but innovative ways to deploy your folding knife and their tactical advantages.
The Sword Excalibur is undoubtedly the most famous of all mythical swords. We know it as the swor... more The Sword Excalibur is undoubtedly the most famous of all mythical swords. We know it as the sword of King Arthur, which he drew from a stone and hence proved his birthright and royalty. However, most accounts have it differently. According to various legends, the Sword in the Stone is a sign of Arthur’s royalty but the more magical Excalibur was given to him by the Lady of the Lake
Daggers are symmetrical, double-edged knives with a sharp point historically used as thrusting an... more Daggers are symmetrical, double-edged knives with a sharp point historically used as thrusting and stabbing weapons. These tools have been around forever. They were there before swords. In fact, the dagger predates every weapon known to mankind bar the club.
Purchasing a sword, especially your first can come with some pit falls if you’re not careful and ... more Purchasing a sword, especially your first can come with some pit falls if you’re not careful and there are considerations you need to take into account to make sure your money is well spent and you get what you really want. A sword can be an investment and even art form. A sword can be an amazing and interesting item to highlight in a room that creates intrigue and conversation. Keep this in mind-
Is the Katana the best sword? Is it perfect? That will continue to be debated, but after handling... more Is the Katana the best sword? Is it perfect? That will continue to be debated, but after handling many we can attest to their effectiveness and beauty. And if we could have only one sword, this would be right up there for consideration.
It’s no secret that since Man had the ability to shape stone and metal starting thousands of year... more It’s no secret that since Man had the ability to shape stone and metal starting thousands of years ago, they’ve also been slashing, stabbing, hitting and basically wreaking havoc on each other ever since. When did the first knife fight break out? When the second blade was created. Over the centuries, the longer version, swords have become the best option for the battlefield and many have a fearsome reputation.
Samurai swords are iconic weapons in history as well as literature and film. The famed Samurai ha... more Samurai swords are iconic weapons in history as well as literature and film. The famed Samurai have used this effective weapon for hundreds of years. From Musashi to Highlander and Kill Bill the sword has taken on an almost mythic status. The handmade nature of the sword produces art and is an art onto itself. Folding the Japanese steel and differential tempering the blade gives this highly effective sword an extremely hard and razor-sharp edge while the spine remains more pliant to absorb and flex with the concussive blows a sword like this takes in practice and in battle.
Although there is no replacing a good alloy or steel when it comes to overall performance, durabi... more Although there is no replacing a good alloy or steel when it comes to overall performance, durability, edge holding, affordability AND serviceability they lose out to Nitinol when it comes to hardness. Since we have yet to test a blade made of diamond we submit SM-100 as the winner.
The Bowie has come a long way from its initial days when it resembled a Spanish hunting knife and... more The Bowie has come a long way from its initial days when it resembled a Spanish hunting knife and differed little from a common butcher knife. The first known Bowie knife reveals a strong Mediterranean influence, especially in its shape which is very much like the traditional Spanish folding knife that used to be carried by immigrants to Mexico and other territories of the Old Southwest.
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