Blade

BLADE magazine is the world’s #1 knife publication, covering all aspects of the industry: knifemaking, how-to’s, collecting, legislation and knife rights, and much more. Inside each issue you’ll find: Coverage of the hottest and most collectible handmade knives and their values Complete listings of the industry's most important shows and events Knife collecting tips from the experts The most up-to-date knife legislation info

COVER STORY

Blade

THE STRAIGHT Trend Skinny

Knifemakers TO WATCH IN 2025 • The deep pool of worldwide talent is blade boggling

New Factory KNIVES for ’25 • Consider some of the best in domestic and international cutters

Styles to Beguide • Hot holdovers and some blasts from the past make ’25 a year of anticipation

2025 Trends ’N TAKEAWAYS • Fixed-blade EDCs, autos, budget-oriented folders and more will rule the roost

Crystal Ball on the Classics • 2025’s classic custom collectibles promise to be long on Hall-of-Famers

STEELS THAT Will Thrive in ’25 • MagnaCut will remain the top steel dog but it’s not the only hound in the kennel

HOT STEELS FOR 2025*

GLOBAL RED-HOTTING • Expect a variety of production damascus steels to boil over in the months ahead

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