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Plant Allies: How Redroot Blades Found its Name

High on the slopes of the Old Cascade mountains, under a penetrating, mid summer sun, we burst out of the thick woods into a clearing....

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Knife anatomy 101: Full tang knife parts breakdown

Knife terminology is confusing, and that is why there is so much inaccurate and incomplete information on the web. As a knife maker, it is...

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Blade Grinds and Bevel Styles for Camp and Carry Knives: Flat, Scandi, Sabre, Hollow, and Convex

Today's knife marketplace is overflowing with options when it comes to knife design. Some elements are pure gimmick, while others --although traditional-- are so task-specific...

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Kitchen Knife Sets: Essential knives for the kitchen

A well-equipped kitchen requires a thoughtfully selected collection of knives, ensuring efficiency without creating confusion or clutter. With the abundance of options available, determining the...

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Carbon steel vs Stainless steel Knives: What steel should I choose for a kitchen knife?

Let's break down the difference between carbon and stainless steel to aid in choosing the right knife for your needs. Understand that one is not inherently better...

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Knife Design Principles: Redroot's Outdoor Knife Collection

A good outdoor knife is essential for going into the woods on a camping trip or when finding yourself in a survival situation. Why carry...

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Blade Geometry: The variability in scandi, sabre, and flat grinds

It's not as simple as they make it out to be. The basic difference between the scandi, sabre, and flat grinds are clear. However, individual...

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How Small Fires Burn Brighter: Cultivating presence and deepening relationships

This is not a DIY lesson in getting more BTU's out of less wood. This is about sinking into a deepened state of self reflection and...

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Boning knife vs fillet knife: What are the differences, and what to choose.

Basic Differences: Boning knives and fillet knives may have similar profiles, but their function set them apart. A boning knife is typically characterized by its...

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