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Types of Pocket Knives and Their Uses
By William Henry October 10, 2022The pocket knife is a classic and timeless piece of equipment that has found itself clipped to many a belt over the years. Though the pocket itself wasn’t invented until the 1600s, folding knives date back to as early as 600 BC. While any pocket knife can be an incredibly versatile tool in and of itself, using a specific kind... -
The Qualities of a Good Pocket Knife
By William Henry September 30, 2022There are few, if any, accessories that are as classic, personal, and versatile as the pocket knife. Whatever your need or personal style may be, there is a great blade out there that suits it. With so many options available out there, it can be hard to know what makes for a great knife. Whether you are an avid outdoorsman... -
Best Ways to Take Care of Your Kitchen Knives
By William Henry September 21, 2022When it comes to working in the kitchen, the most important tool that home cooks can have is a knife. While it may be tempting to treat your knives as you would a piece of cutlery, that is just about the worst thing you can do for the condition of your blades. Not to worry though, proper care and maintenance... -
How to Repair a Broken Knife Tip
By William Henry September 13, 2022Breaking the tip of your knife can be frustrating, and may leave you contemplating whether you should just toss the knife and get yourself a new one. While it can be a pain to have a chip of your blade fly off after dropping your knife or accidentally hitting a hard surface, it is not the end of the world... -
Safety Tips for Your Kitchen Knives
By William Henry August 30, 2022No matter how much experience you have as a cook, it is vitally important to keep in mind that knives can be incredibly dangerous and harmful if used improperly. Regardless of how confident you are in your knife skills, or how much time you have spent in the kitchen, you are not immune to accidents. There is no way to... -
5 Tips for Cigar Beginners
By William Henry August 24, 2022Rolling and smoking cigars has been a common and artistic ritual for mankind over the last millennium or so. Knowing how far back history reaches might cause the average person to assume there is nothing to it, but that would be nothing short of hubris. While simple enough in theory, there are definitely a few things that every beginner cigar... -
Best Types of Knives for Home Cooking
By William Henry August 19, 2022When you first start collecting tools and cookware for your kitchen, the available selection can often be overwhelming. Nowadays, kitchen knives of every kind and for just about every purpose are fairly easy to access. This seemingly endless supply of options can bog down any home cook, and even the most seasoned professional chefs. The good news is, you do... -
How to Judge a Good Cigar
By William Henry August 17, 2022It is not always easy to tell if you are buying quality cigars. If you are new to smoking cigars, you will want to judge this correctly. -
5 Things to Know About Aging Cigars
By William Henry August 09, 2022Like many great things, cigars can often be improved with age. Whatever your budget, you can age your cigars at home fairly easily. Wherever your level of knowledge about cigars already is, you will be able to practice the cigar aging process with just a small amount of background knowledge. 1. What Does Aging Do to a Cigar... -
Main Qualities to Look for When Buying Kitchen Knives
By William Henry August 01, 2022When compared to shopping for other home goods, shopping for and trying out some new kitchen knives tends to be relatively fun. Something about a good chef’s knife feels good in the hand, and different blades can be gorgeous to look at. As enjoyable as the process may be, it can also cause a little bit of anxiety if you...