Karma Kool Enterprises LLC specializes in providing high-quality tactical and outdoor gear, including a diverse range of EDC (Everyday Carry) items. Among their offerings, you'll find an impressive selection of fixed blade tactical knives and pocketknives designed for various outdoor adventures.
To book call Jason @ (501)288-2979
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
Read what our customers have to say about their shopping experience with Blades On Demand | KARMA KOOL LLC on Yelp. Also check Bladesondemand on eBay for a 100% customer rating over 5 years with 300+ reviews, ALL 5+++++. Right now, you can catch me at the Beebe, AR flea market Saturday mornings and Thackerland in Judsonia, AR Sunday mornings. From the quality of our EDC products to our customer service, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience to our customers. Whether you're looking for tactical knives or a reliable fixed blade, meeting the community face to face at local markets is a great opportunity for us to connect. Join us as we showcase our pocketknives and tactical and outdoor gear in a welcoming environment. Community!
It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.
Over the past decade, intellectual property rights have faced significant challenges. Consequently, countries like China, India, and Pakistan are now producing EDC (Everyday Carry) items, including tactical knives and fixed blade options, more than ever before. The biggest losers in this scenario appear to be well-known brands such as Microtech, Spyderco, Buck, and Chris Reeve, among others. While it may seem 'anti-American' to some, the reality is that many of these clones have become nearly indistinguishable from the original tactical and outdoor gear, including pocketknives!
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
Read what our customers have to say about their shopping experience with Blades On Demand | KARMA KOOL LLC on Yelp. Also check Bladesondemand on eBay for a 100% customer rating over 5 years with 300+ reviews, ALL 5+++++. Right now, you can catch me at the Beebe, AR flea market Saturday mornings and Thackerland in Judsonia, AR Sunday mornings. From the quality of our EDC products to our customer service, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience to our customers. Whether you're looking for tactical knives or a reliable fixed blade, meeting the community face to face at local markets is a great opportunity for us to connect. Join us as we showcase our pocketknives and tactical and outdoor gear in a welcoming environment. Community!
It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
A dependable, entry-level stainless steel that offers a balance of corrosion resistance and toughness.
○ Pros: Very easy to sharpen and affordable.
○ Cons: Low edge retention, meaning it will dull faster under heavy use. .
A lower mid-range stainless steel with good toughness and excellent corrosion resistance for the price.
○ Pros: Very affordable and easy to sharpen.
○ Cons: Only adequate edge retention.
A lower mid-high range stainless steel with good toughness and decent corrosion resistance for the price.
○ Pros: Affordable and found on very expensive blades as well. Keeps a sharp edge a long time!
○ Cons: Only adequate corrosion resistance.
A "semi-stainless" tool steel with high carbon and chromium content.
○ Pros: Excellent edge retention for the price and good toughness.
○ Cons: Not fully stainless, so it can rust without proper care
: Developed by Crucible Industries, S30V and its successor S35VN are considered a "gold standard" for high-end EDC”.
○ Pros: Outstanding balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness.
○ Cons: Harder to sharpen than budget steels.
A top-tier powder steel known for extreme wear resistance.
○ Pros: Holds an edge for an incredibly long time and offers high corrosion resistance.
○ Cons: Less tough than other premium steels and notoriously difficult to sharpen
A newer, high-tech powder steel that defies the traditional compromise between toughness and corrosion resistance.
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen
The newEST, high-tech CPM (Crucible Particle Metallurgy) steel that even further defies the toughness and corrosion compromise of MagnaCut
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen
Brief History of Powder metallurgy (PM)**is a term covering a wide range of ways in which materials or components are made from metal powders. Powder metallurgy can be used to make unique materials impossible to get from melting or forming in other ways. Powder metallurgy techniques usually consist of the compression of a powder and heating it at a temperature below the melting point of the metal, to bind the particles together. The powder metallurgy "press and sinter" process generally consists of three basic steps: powder blending (or pulverizationp), die compaction, and sintering (heating the powdered metals and alloys just below their melting points allowing for an atomic reconstruction of the metals entirely), capable of producing super steels stronger in every way imaginable achieved through a process unthinkable when forges flamed at. Compaction of the powder in the die is generally performed at room temperature. Sintering is the process of binding a material together with heat without liquefying it. It is usually conducted at atmospheric pressure and under carefully controlled atmosphere composition. To obtain special properties or enhanced precision, secondary processing like coining or heat treatment often follows. The metal powder is usually iron, and additives include a lubricant wax, carbon, copper, and/or nickel. This produces precise parts, normally very close to the die dimensions, but with 5–15% porosity, and thus sub-wrought steel properties. This method is still used to make around 1 Mt/y of structural components of iron-based alloys. The ancient Incas made jewelry and other artifacts from precious metal powders, though mass manufacturing of PM products did not begin until the mid or late 19th century.
Crucible Industries**, commonly known as Crucible, was an American company which developed and manufactured specialty steels, and was the sole producer of a line of sintered steels known as Crucible Particle Metallurgy (CPM) steels. The company produced highspeed, stainless and tool steels for the automotive, cutlery, aerospace, and machine tool industries. Crucible's history spanned over 100 years, and the company inherited some of its ability to produce high-grade steel from England beginning in the late 1800s. Thirteen crucible-steel companies merged in 1900 to become the largest producer of crucible steel in the United States, and this company evolved into a corporation with 1,400 employees in several states. Crucible declined in tandem with the automotive industry during the 1980s, recovering over the next decade. With only 550 employees left in 2009, the company ultimately put out it's proverbial fire, per se, in 2025. A slow sad end to a long-lived legacy of the steel industry's American giants and disseminators of the finest quality steel on the market for designing and forging strong, sharp tool steel. A grand legacy well left for the entirety of knife designers, makers and enthusiasts to exploit, profit and enjoy, perhaps, the most of all modern industries.
Much of the general public has never even, knowingly at least, handled CPM metals due to their inherent use in industry and manufacturing that requires significantly stronger, sharper and longer lasting edges. The perfect marriage of elite design and unbelievable hardness and durability, One could easily see why higher end knives may choose this as their stock. EL-MAX & Magnacut are currently the two most popular CPM's in production. Microtech is one backer of EL-MAX, found in the Halo VI single action OTF, alongside companies like Benchmade and Rick Hinderer whom both use Magnacut steel in many of their blades now. Spyderco often uses CPM-S30V and CPM-S35VN for their balance of hardness and corrosion resistance. Average forging temperature for good stainless and carbon steel is 2,000-2,250 degrees Fahrenheit, so the ability to forge super hard steel without wearing full-on protective gear, hardly still computes to many over 100 yrs after its introduction. So, from every fan of a well-made blade, thanks for your contribution, Crucible!
**informational summary from Wikipedia.
The fact of the matter is that 75-90% of the steels used in knives today came directly from the heavy duty tool and construction industry as described above with Crucible Metals. Unneccessarily expensive steels are being used to produce knives, that otherwise (under clone conditions) are JUST as well built and effective without the pricetags. Collectors will be collectors and if they've got the money great, but I can provide essentially the same high quality builds and blade retentions without the price tags. 440 & 420 surgical stainless, M390 , D2, CPM Magnacut, S530 & S535, Sandvik. These are essentially the only "REAL" steels you need for a mid to high - high quality knife for half to a quarter of the price. You're sweet spot for hardness in a long lasting, easily maintained knife is about 59 -62, 64 max,, unless you have / want a 69 HRC ceramic blade, only 1 number short of a 70, the hardness of diamonds. But' the harder the more brittle, so that's the exchange and I also offer FREE sharpening tips and material suggestions that are also for sale here. The rest of the alphabet of steels you'll see are so ridiculous that a list would take a page or two Only 15% of Bucks are actually made in the U.S., fact check it, same as CRKT, Takumatik and many more you thought were homegrown are produced wholly in China and stamped and put a couple pieces on here in the U.S. and call it American made, so just wake up to this if you weren't aware. I offer both fully authentic brands and clones simply for purposes of affordability and fairness to all income levels to own a good knife and not be ridiculed for owning a clone. The odds are you have the best for your money if you own a clone, not a cheap clone, a well - built real steel clone and I get them for you, Legally sold!
Over the past decade, intellectual property rights have faced significant challenges. Consequently, countries like China, India, and Pakistan are now producing EDC (Everyday Carry) items, including tactical knives and fixed blade options, more than ever before. The biggest losers in this scenario appear to be well-known brands such as Microtech, Spyderco, Buck, and Chris Reeve, among others. While it may seem 'anti-American' to some, the reality is that many of these clones have become nearly indistinguishable from the original tactical and outdoor gear, including pocketknives!
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
Read what our customers have to say about their shopping experience with Blades On Demand | KARMA KOOL LLC on Yelp. Also check Bladesondemand on eBay for a 100% customer rating over 5 years with 300+ reviews, ALL 5+++++. Right now, you can catch me at the Beebe, AR flea market Saturday mornings and Thackerland in Judsonia, AR Sunday mornings. From the quality of our EDC products to our customer service, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience to our customers. Whether you're looking for tactical knives or a reliable fixed blade, meeting the community face to face at local markets is a great opportunity for us to connect. Join us as we showcase our pocketknives and tactical and outdoor gear in a welcoming environment. Community!
It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.
Over the past decade, intellectual property rights have faced significant challenges. Consequently, countries like China, India, and Pakistan are now producing EDC (Everyday Carry) items, including tactical knives and fixed blade options, more than ever before. The biggest losers in this scenario appear to be well-known brands such as Microtech, Spyderco, Buck, and Chris Reeve, among others. While it may seem 'anti-American' to some, the reality is that many of these clones have become nearly indistinguishable from the original tactical and outdoor gear, including pocketknives!
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
Read what our customers have to say about their shopping experience with Blades On Demand | KARMA KOOL LLC on Yelp. Also check Bladesondemand on eBay for a 100% customer rating over 5 years with 300+ reviews, ALL 5+++++. Right now, you can catch me at the Beebe, AR flea market Saturday mornings and Thackerland in Judsonia, AR Sunday mornings. From the quality of our EDC products to our customer service, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience to our customers. Whether you're looking for tactical knives or a reliable fixed blade, meeting the community face to face at local markets is a great opportunity for us to connect. Join us as we showcase our pocketknives and tactical and outdoor gear in a welcoming environment. Community!
It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.
This top-tier powder steel is renowned for its extreme wear resistance, making it a popular choice for EDC and tactical knives.
○ Pros: It holds an edge for an incredibly long time and offers high corrosion resistance, ideal for fixed blade and pocketknife applications.
○ Cons: It is less tough than other premium steels and is notoriously difficult to sharpen, which can be a consideration for those seeking reliable tactical and outdoor gear.
This newer, high-tech powder steel is a game-changer in the world of EDC and tactical knives, as it defies the traditional compromise between toughness and corrosion resistance.
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness, making it ideal for fixed blade and pocketknife applications.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen.
The newest, high-tech CPM (Crucible Particle Metallurgy) steel further enhances the toughness and corrosion resistance that MagnaCut is known for, making it a top choice for EDC (Everyday Carry) enthusiasts and those seeking tactical knives for their fixed blade or pocketknife collections.
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen.
A brief history of powder metallurgy (PM) reveals a fascinating process encompassing various methods for creating materials or components from metal powders. This innovative technique allows for the production of unique materials, which can't be achieved through traditional melting or forming methods. Powder metallurgy techniques typically involve compressing metal powder and heating it below the melting point, effectively binding the particles together. The common 'press and sinter' process consists of three essential steps: powder blending (or pulverization), die compaction, and sintering. Sintering occurs by heating the powdered metals and alloys just below their melting points, permitting an atomic restructuring that results in super steels, which are stronger and more durable than those made through historical forging methods. The compaction of powder in the die is usually done at room temperature, while sintering takes place under atmospheric pressure with a carefully controlled atmosphere. To achieve special properties or enhanced precision for tactical and outdoor gear, secondary processes like coining or heat treatment often follow. The metal powder is typically iron, mixed with additives such as lubricant wax, carbon, copper, and/or nickel, allowing for precise parts that are close to die dimensions, although they exhibit some porosity and thus sub-wrought steel properties. Currently, around 1 Mt/y of structural components made from iron-based alloys are produced using this method. Interestingly, the ancient Incas were known to create jewelry and artifacts from precious metal powders, but mass manufacturing of PM products only began in the mid to late 19th century.
Crucible Industries, widely recognized as Crucible, was an American company that specialized in developing and manufacturing high-performance steels, including a line of sintered steels known as Crucible Particle Metallurgy (CPM) steels. This company produced high-speed, stainless, and tool steels for various industries, including automotive, cutlery, aerospace, and machine tools. With a history spanning over a century, Crucible inherited its capability to produce high-grade steel from its English roots in the late 1800s. In 1900, thirteen crucible-steel companies merged, creating the largest producer of crucible steel in the United States, eventually evolving into a corporation with 1,400 employees across several states. However, the company's fortunes declined alongside the automotive industry in the 1980s, though it managed to recover in the following decade. By 2009, only 550 employees remained, and the company ultimately ceased operations in 2025, marking a poignant end to a long-standing legacy of American steel giants. This legacy has provided a wealth of high-quality steel for designing and forging strong, sharp tool steel, catering to knife designers, makers, and enthusiasts, particularly in the realm of fixed blade and tactical knives.
Most of the general public may not have knowingly interacted with CPM metals due to their predominant use in industrial applications that demand superior strength, sharpness, and longevity. The perfect blend of elite design with remarkable hardness and durability makes CPM steels a popular choice for higher-end knives. Currently, EL-MAX and Magnacut are two of the most sought-after CPM options in production. Notably, Microtech supports EL-MAX, featured in the Halo VI single-action OTF, while brands like Benchmade and Rick Hinderer utilize Magnacut steel in many of their tactical knives. Spyderco often opts for CPM-S30V and CPM-S35VN, striking a balance between hardness and corrosion resistance. The average forging temperature for quality stainless and carbon steel ranges from 2,000 to 2,250 degrees Fahrenheit, highlighting the impressive capability to forge super hard steel without the need for extensive protective gear, even more than a century after its introduction. So, to all fans of a well-crafted pocketknife and tactical gear, we owe a debt of gratitude to Crucible for their contributions!
Over the past decade, intellectual property rights have faced significant challenges. Consequently, countries like China, India, and Pakistan are now producing EDC (Everyday Carry) items, including tactical knives and fixed blade options, more than ever before. The biggest losers in this scenario appear to be well-known brands such as Microtech, Spyderco, Buck, and Chris Reeve, among others. While it may seem 'anti-American' to some, the reality is that many of these clones have become nearly indistinguishable from the original tactical and outdoor gear, including pocketknives!
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
Read what our customers have to say about their shopping experience with Blades On Demand | KARMA KOOL LLC on Yelp. Also check Bladesondemand on eBay for a 100% customer rating over 5 years with 300+ reviews, ALL 5+++++. Right now, you can catch me at the Beebe, AR flea market Saturday mornings and Thackerland in Judsonia, AR Sunday mornings. From the quality of our EDC products to our customer service, we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience to our customers. Whether you're looking for tactical knives or a reliable fixed blade, meeting the community face to face at local markets is a great opportunity for us to connect. Join us as we showcase our pocketknives and tactical and outdoor gear in a welcoming environment. Community!
It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.
This top-tier powder steel is renowned for its extreme wear resistance, making it a popular choice for EDC and tactical knives.
○ Pros: It holds an edge for an incredibly long time and offers high corrosion resistance, ideal for fixed blade and pocketknife applications.
○ Cons: It is less tough than other premium steels and is notoriously difficult to sharpen, which can be a consideration for those seeking reliable tactical and outdoor gear.
This newer, high-tech powder steel is a game-changer in the world of EDC and tactical knives, as it defies the traditional compromise between toughness and corrosion resistance.
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness, making it ideal for fixed blade and pocketknife applications.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen.
The newest, high-tech CPM (Crucible Particle Metallurgy) steel further enhances the toughness and corrosion resistance that MagnaCut is known for, making it a top choice for EDC (Everyday Carry) enthusiasts and those seeking tactical knives for their fixed blade or pocketknife collections.
○ Pros: Excellent corrosion resistance, great edge retention, and superb toughness.
○ Cons: Extremely expensive and difficult to sharpen.
A brief history of powder metallurgy (PM) reveals a fascinating process encompassing various methods for creating materials or components from metal powders. This innovative technique allows for the production of unique materials, which can't be achieved through traditional melting or forming methods. Powder metallurgy techniques typically involve compressing metal powder and heating it below the melting point, effectively binding the particles together. The common 'press and sinter' process consists of three essential steps: powder blending (or pulverization), die compaction, and sintering. Sintering occurs by heating the powdered metals and alloys just below their melting points, permitting an atomic restructuring that results in super steels, which are stronger and more durable than those made through historical forging methods. The compaction of powder in the die is usually done at room temperature, while sintering takes place under atmospheric pressure with a carefully controlled atmosphere. To achieve special properties or enhanced precision for tactical and outdoor gear, secondary processes like coining or heat treatment often follow. The metal powder is typically iron, mixed with additives such as lubricant wax, carbon, copper, and/or nickel, allowing for precise parts that are close to die dimensions, although they exhibit some porosity and thus sub-wrought steel properties. Currently, around 1 Mt/y of structural components made from iron-based alloys are produced using this method. Interestingly, the ancient Incas were known to create jewelry and artifacts from precious metal powders, but mass manufacturing of PM products only began in the mid to late 19th century.
Crucible Industries, widely recognized as Crucible, was an American company that specialized in developing and manufacturing high-performance steels, including a line of sintered steels known as Crucible Particle Metallurgy (CPM) steels. This company produced high-speed, stainless, and tool steels for various industries, including automotive, cutlery, aerospace, and machine tools. With a history spanning over a century, Crucible inherited its capability to produce high-grade steel from its English roots in the late 1800s. In 1900, thirteen crucible-steel companies merged, creating the largest producer of crucible steel in the United States, eventually evolving into a corporation with 1,400 employees across several states. However, the company's fortunes declined alongside the automotive industry in the 1980s, though it managed to recover in the following decade. By 2009, only 550 employees remained, and the company ultimately ceased operations in 2025, marking a poignant end to a long-standing legacy of American steel giants. This legacy has provided a wealth of high-quality steel for designing and forging strong, sharp tool steel, catering to knife designers, makers, and enthusiasts, particularly in the realm of fixed blade and tactical knives.
Most of the general public may not have knowingly interacted with CPM metals due to their predominant use in industrial applications that demand superior strength, sharpness, and longevity. The perfect blend of elite design with remarkable hardness and durability makes CPM steels a popular choice for higher-end knives. Currently, EL-MAX and Magnacut are two of the most sought-after CPM options in production. Notably, Microtech supports EL-MAX, featured in the Halo VI single-action OTF, while brands like Benchmade and Rick Hinderer utilize Magnacut steel in many of their tactical knives. Spyderco often opts for CPM-S30V and CPM-S35VN, striking a balance between hardness and corrosion resistance. The average forging temperature for quality stainless and carbon steel ranges from 2,000 to 2,250 degrees Fahrenheit, highlighting the impressive capability to forge super hard steel without the need for extensive protective gear, even more than a century after its introduction. So, to all fans of a well-crafted pocketknife and tactical gear, we owe a debt of gratitude to Crucible for their contributions!
The fact of the matter is that 75-90% of the steels used in tactical knives today came directly from the heavy-duty tool and construction industry, as described above with Crucible Metals. Unnecessarily expensive steels are being used to produce EDC (Everyday Carry) knives that, under similar conditions, are just as well built and effective without the hefty price tags. Collectors will be collectors, and if they've got the money, great; however, I can provide essentially the same high-quality builds and blade retention at a fraction of the cost. 440 and 420 surgical stainless, M390, D2, CPM Magnacut, S530, and S535, along with Sandvik, are essentially the only 'REAL' steels you need for a mid to high-quality fixed blade or pocketknife for half to a quarter of the price. Your sweet spot for hardness in a long-lasting, easily maintained knife is about 59-62 HRC, 64 max, unless you want a 69 HRC ceramic blade, which is just one number short of a 70, the hardness of diamonds. But remember, the harder the steel, the more brittle it can be. I also offer free sharpening tips and material suggestions that are available for purchase. The rest of the alphabet of steels you’ll see is so ridiculous that a list would take pages. Only 15% of Bucks are actually made in the U.S.; fact-check it, as the same applies to CRKT, Takumatik, and many others you thought were homegrown, but are produced mainly in China, stamped, and then a couple of pieces are assembled in the U.S. and labeled as American-made. So, if you weren't aware, it’s time to wake up to this reality. I offer both fully authentic brands and clones, simply for the purpose of affordability and fairness, allowing all income levels to own a good tactical and outdoor gear knife without being ridiculed for owning a clone. The odds are that you have the best value for your money if you own a well-built real steel clone, not a cheap imitation, and I can get them for you—legally sold!
Over the past decade, intellectual property rights have faced significant challenges. Consequently, countries like China, India, and Pakistan are now producing EDC (Everyday Carry) items, including tactical knives and fixed blade options, more than ever before. The biggest losers in this scenario appear to be well-known brands such as Microtech, Spyderco, Buck, and Chris Reeve, among others. While it may seem 'anti-American' to some, the reality is that many of these clones have become nearly indistinguishable from the original tactical and outdoor gear, including pocketknives!
At Blades On Demand, we offer exclusive discounts on a wide range of top brands such as Buck, Boker, Kershaw, Gerber, Case, CRKT, and several other newer brands that I can't wait to showcase. After a disabling wreck in 2019 that took me out of my 20-year profession in cooking, I had to find something to fill the void for work and finances. After 5 years of toil and drama that I could have done without, I landed on the solution to my problem: EDC pocket knives and fixed blades of all sorts. This lifelong passion, combined with my extensive knife knowledge, care, and safety from my time in the culinary industry, finally has a place to thrive! I've found something that I love, enjoy, and want to share with others. Fulfillment is indeed the best medicine, especially when it comes to tactical and outdoor gear like tactical knives.
By offering our curated selections for events based on your criteria, determined through our collaboration on your particular interests—such as product features, expectations, brands, and usage—we ensure you find high-quality EDC items without breaking the bank. Whether you're searching for a pocketknife, fixed blade, tactical knives, or unique collector's pieces like antique Case XX, Boker Tree, or Buck, our deals are designed to help you save while enjoying premium Tactical and Outdoor Gear in the comfortable surroundings of your choice. No one else will bring the show to you like Blades on Demand. 'FEEL THE REAL' and get the deal. Schedule now and be one of the first to spread the word to your buddies in need of steel about how easy it can be to see and feel before finalizing your purchase—no more worrying if you got the right knife for you anymore, you'll KNOW!
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It would be great if we could always rely on each other's word, but life happens. For that reason, I must ask for a low, non-refundable $50 deposit. This helps cover the basics of travel and gas to the show and back, especially when showcasing items like EDC fixed blade pocketknives and other tactical knives from our Tactical and Outdoor Gear collection. It's pretty simple and straightforward.