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Welcome To The BUDK Blog. BUDK is the largest online retailer of knives and swords in the world, with the lowest prices to boot! We also happen to like knives, swords, axes, tomahawks, guns and more. So, we're going to write lots of interesting articles about those things, and other "BUDK-ish" subjects for you to learn about here. We hope you enjoy the Blog!

Did Vikings Carry Swords?

Date Published: 2022-05-02

By Adelia Ladson Who Were The Vikings? Made legendary in songs, books, films and television series, the Vikings were a fierce seafaring people. They came from the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Denmark and Sweden to att... read more


Ten Tactical Gear Must-Haves

Date Published: 2022-04-25

By Adelia Ladson Having the best tactical gear possible is crucial to the success of any mission or op. It has to perform without fail every time you go out and last through the duration. I have put together a list of the ... read more


What Does 1095 High Carbon Steel Mean On A Blade?

Date Published: 2022-04-18

By Adelia Ladson Before I get into what it means when you see “1095 High Carbon Steel” stamped on a blade, let me tell you why It’s important. Importance Of Steel Type When looking to buy a knife, it’s essential to consid... read more


What Is A Kubaton?

Date Published: 2022-04-11

By Adelia Ladson History Of The Kubaton A kubotan is a keychain weapon developed by Takayuki Kubota in the late Sixties based on the hashi stick, an invention of his father. It’s usually no longer than 5 1/2” and about a 1... read more


Five Types Of Swords

Date Published: 2022-04-04

By Adelia Ladson Swords have slashed and thrust their way through centuries, shaping history through battles and single combat. Developing from the dagger during the Bronze Age, they have continued to change and evolve int... read more


Kershaw Knives Made In The USA

Date Published: 2022-03-28

By Adelia Ladson Kershaw Knives American History Peter Kershaw, who was an avid outdoorsman, founded Kershaw Knives because he knew the importance of guaranteed quality in a hunting knife. He started the company, in 1974, ... read more


Ready Hour: Made In America Emergency Food

Date Published: 2022-03-21

By Adelia Ladson What Is Ready Hour? We’re always looking for the newest, top brands on the market so that we can offer you only the best in survival gear. Our newest find, Ready Hour Emergency Food, is a brand that will r... read more


A Tactical Backpack That Has Your Back

Date Published: 2022-03-14

By Adelia Ladson You need to have a tactical backpack that you can count on. Whether it’s for a combat mission or for bugging-out, you need a backpack that will carry everything that you need in an easy-to-reach, organized... read more


What’s A Machete?

Date Published: 2022-03-07

By Adelia Ladson A Brief History Of The Machete Today’s machetes have their beginnings in ancient Greece’s kopis, the falchion of the Medieval Age, the Germanic seax and the dao of Chinese tradition. The broad-bladed, heav... read more


Self-Defense Keychains Are Power In Your Palm

Date Published: 2022-02-28

By Adelia Ladson Why Do I Need A Self-Defense Keychain? With aggravated assault numbers starting to rise over the past five years, after steadily dropping for 30 years, you should be even more vigilant about your personal ... read more


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