About Pocket Knives

When it comes to choosing pocket knives, there is a litany of specifications to take into consideration. From the blade type to the manufacturer, every choice that you make will influence the quality and optimal use of your blade. One of the most paramount of these decisions is what material to pick.

There are several metals that you can choose from, but titanium is my favorite. Titanium pocket knives combine two characteristics that virtually every knife shopper is looking for: strength and lightweight construction. Often referred to as a “space age metal,” titanium is a sound choice no matter what you will be using your knife for.

When you’re shopping for reliable pocket knives, there are plenty of factors to consider. One of the most important is undoubtedly the blade material, which determines sharpness as well as durability. Carbon steel, one of the most prevalent blade types, is strong and sturdy but prone to rusting over time. Stainless steel, on the other hand, resists rust but possesses slightly less material integrity – it’s a bit soft.

That brings us to the titanium pocket knife, one of the most durable, reliable materials on the market. These knives are both lightweight and incredibly thin, making them ideal for fishing trips where you’ll be boning and filleting the catches yourself. A titanium knife isn’t susceptible to rusting, so it’s virtually guaranteed to last for as long as you’ll need its services.

The same people who love to spend their free time outdoors are generally those who take the most risks. There’s just something about the wilderness lifestyle that goes hand in hand with a spirit of adventure. Normally that blatant lack of inhibitions is a positive thing; after all, there’s plenty of hiking, fishing, hunting and camping to be done and little time to do it.

There are a few indispensable items that outdoors types would be remiss to leave home without. First and foremost, they should pack a first aid kit with bandages, antiseptics and other crucial materials. Just as important is the presence of survival pocket knives, which can be used to cut away clothing in case of an accident or to cut rope or twine. It’s not a bad idea to bring a hatchet along on the trip so you’ll have a handy way to cut firewood.

Knives have many different functions and there are also many different kinds of knives. One of the popular types of knives is the pocket knives. This type of knife is preferred for its compact size and its easiness to bring anywhere which makes it a must-have knife for hunters and outdoorsmen.

There are many different manufactures of pocket knives. Some of the most popular of them are:

* Eagle pocket knives
* Boker pocket knives
* Kershaw pocket knives
* Schrade pocket knives
* Buck pocket knives
* Case pocket knives
* And many more

These choices in knives are of great quality and are usually reasonably priced.

Boker offers a limited lifetime warranty on all their pocket knives.  Their warranty has been in effect for over 135 years.  Any Boker product that is defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by Boker at no charge to the customer.

Here is the Boker Pocket Knives warranty - ”Every Boker product is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product to the original owner. If this item should fail under normal use, we will repair it or replace it at no charge with an item of equal or better value.”

When we talk about ceramic pocket knives we are talking about pocket knives with a ceramic blade, not ceramic handles.  One of the big advantages of a ceramic blade is they are extremely hard, harder than steel, so they stay sharp a long time.  Also, a ceramic pocket knife blade does not rust.  They are non-magnetic and non-conductive and can be used where steel bladed knives can’t.

A ceramic blade is not the answer to everything.  You do not want to use them to chop, pry or do anything that may cause the blade to chip.  If you drop the knife the tip may break off.  Ceramic pocket knife blades can not be sharpened like most knives as sharpening requires using a surface harder than the knife blade.  Diamond sharpeners are the normal tools used to sharpen ceramic pocket knives.

Boker makes several high quality ceramic pocket knives.

It’s a beautiful, sunny December day, the snow pack is good, and you’re itching to get out snowshoeing. So you pack a couple sandwiches, some water and your cell phone. You drive to a spot you’ve never been to, but have heard is beautiful. And, it is beautiful;–spectacular in fact. The weather is nice when you set out on the snow, and the view is great. Soon, the sun is setting, and suddenly the snow gives out from under you, your right leg plunges into a deep hole, and your ankle is broken. You try your cell phone, but there’s no signal—you’ve eaten your sandwiches already, and your water bottle is almost empty.

Hundreds of people find themselves in predicaments like this every year. Many times they are able to get back or they’re found by a search party. Other times they never come back. Bringing some basic supplies could have made the difference between life and death. The following are supplies that any hiker, hunter, sportsman or scout should bring on an expedition:

1.) Plenty of food and water.
2.) Some extra clothing.
3.) A map.
4.) A compass.
5.) A flashlight and extra batteries.
6.) Sunscreen.
7.) Matches in a waterproof container.
8.) A fire starter or candle.
9.) A pocket knife (folding pocket knives are the best) or a utility tool.
10.) A first-aid kit.

Today’s Boker pocket knives descend from the Boeker tool factory in Remscheid, Germany.   A giant chestnut tree shaded the small Boeker tool factory in Remscheid and today that tree is used in the Boker symbol today.  The Boeker name was changed to Boker when the company started to expand internationally.  Production facilities were developed in the United States, Canada and Mexico.   The reputation for german quality continued with these expansions and Boker knives are now produced in the United States, Germany and South America.

Today the line of Boker knives feature both traditional and modern style pocket knives.  The blades come in stainless steel, ceramic and damascus steel blades.  Handles are made of Titanium, Aluminum, G-10, Burlwood, Rosewood, ABS and more.  You can find a Boker pocket knife for everyday use or to add to a collection.