How to Care for Knives

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Learn all about knives in these free how-to video clips on knife care, including how to sharpen a knife, cut properly, clean a knife, and various types of knives, such as the pocket knife, the Bowie knife, the survival knife and the machete.

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An Overview of Various Knives: Basic Knife Care
Introduction on the different kinds of knives, such as a Bowie knife, a pocket knife, a survival knife, a butcher knife and a scuba knife, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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How to Clean a Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn how to clean a knife and the importance of cleaning knives in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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How to Make Proper Cuts with a Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn to properly make cuts with a knife, such as a Bowie knife, a pocket knife, a survival knife, a butcher knife, a steak knife and a scuba knife, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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How to Sharpen a Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn how to sharpen a knife, such as a Bowie knife, a pocket knife, a survival knife, a butcher knife and a scuba knife, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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Knife Sheaths: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional knife sheath, such as protecting the knife from corrosion, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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The Bayonet Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the bayonet (or the knife attached to the barrel of a rifle), such as stabbing and thrusting, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,627
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The Bowie Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions for the Bowie knife, such as chopping, skinning and thrusting, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 3,090
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The Butcher Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional butcher knife, such as slicing, cutting and chopping meat, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,374
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The Butter Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional butter knife, such as slicing, spreading and cutting butter sticks, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,275
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The Machete, or Long Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional machete, or long knife, such as cutting away brush and clearing paths, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 2,513
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The Pocket Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional pocket knife in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,893
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The Scuba Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions of the scuba knife, such as cutting fishing line and resisting salt-water corrosion, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,609
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The Skinning Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions of the skinning knife, such as peeling away the skin of an animal, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,949
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The Steak Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the traditional steak knife, such as cutting meat, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

Views: 1,139
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The Survival Knife: Basic Knife Care
Learn the functions and features of the survival knife, such as fishing or combat, in this free how-to video clip on the basics of knives.

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Summary: Knives of almost every form consist of sharp metal blades attached to handles for gripping. Evidence dating back to the Stone Age shows that humans and their ancestors have used knives as tools for cutting. Coming in a variety of shapes and sizes, knives perform many functions, such as cutting game meat, filleting fish, skinning animals, carving wood and even entertaining--throwing knives can worry even the most iron-stomached of audiences. Though dangerous, knives can be very useful in many situations, but only those versed in the different types of knives and trained to handle a knife should attempt to wield what many consider a harmful weapon.

In this free instructional video clip series, our expert teaches us how to identify various types of knives, such as a pocket knife, a Bowie knife, a steak knife a machete, a bayonet and even the traditional butter knife. Additionally, the expert talks about the functions and features of these knives as well as how to sharpen a knife and how to clean a knife. He also shows us methods for proper cutting and educates us on the importance of sheaths.