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The 2026 Skur: A Technical Overview | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #109
The 2026 Skur: A Technical Overview | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #109
A technical breakdown of the 2026 Shed Knives Skur, covering steel, heat treat, CNC manufacturing, carry systems, and why it dominates real-world EDC use. Read more...
2026 Skur Specs: Our Complete Guide | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #108
2026 Skur Specs: Our Complete Guide | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #108
The 2026 Skur is a compact, USA-made fixed blade built for real work. Full specs, materials, and performance explained by Shed Knives. Read more...
2026 Collection: Here’s What To Expect | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #107
2026 Collection: Here’s What To Expect | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #107
The 2026 Shed Knives Collection focuses on refinement, performance, and scale. Fewer models, higher standards, and the most advanced knives we’ve ever built. Read more...
2026 JOURNEY IS IN PRODUCTION: Our Highest-Level Drop Point to Date | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #106
2026 JOURNEY IS IN PRODUCTION: Our Highest-Level Drop Point to Date | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #106
The 2026 Journey is the most refined knife Shed Knives has ever produced. Built as a smaller, optimized evolution of the Visionary, the Journey delivers precision, exclusivity, and top-tier American... Read more...
Why the Skur Became One of Our Best-Selling Knives | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #105
Why the Skur Became One of Our Best-Selling Knives | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #105
The Skur became Shed Knives’ best-selling fixed blade by solving real carry and performance problems through American manufacturing and year-by-year refinement. Read more...
CNC-machined fixed blade tang and G-10 scale fit
Why American CNC Milling Produces Better Knife Fit and Finish | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #104
American CNC milling improves knife fit and finish by enforcing precision, repeatability, and tighter tolerances. Learn how Shed Knives uses CNC to build better fixed blades. Read more...
The Skur Platform Explained: Design Decisions, Materials, and Use Cases | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #103
The Skur Platform Explained: Design Decisions, Materials, and Use Cases | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #103
The Skur is a precision-built American fixed blade designed to balance compact carry with real field performance. Here’s how every design choice delivers results. Read more...
Why Our New G-10 Scales Are a Game-Changer for Outdoor Use | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #102
Why Our New G-10 Scales Are a Game-Changer for Outdoor Use | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #102
The 2026 Shed Knives G-10 scales were redesigned for grip, comfort, and consistency. Here is why our CNC-milled FR4 G-10 handles outperform the rest. Read more...
The Hidden Cost of Chinese Knives (And Who Pays for It) | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #101
The Hidden Cost of Chinese Knives (And Who Pays for It) | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #101
Discover why cheap Chinese knives fail in the field and why Shed Knives’ USA-made blades offer superior durability, edge retention, and lifetime value. Read more...
Why We Refuse to Outsource Knife Production | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #100
Why We Refuse to Outsource Knife Production | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #100
Discover why Shed Knives refuses to outsource. Learn how in-house, U.S.-made production improves quality, ensures precise tolerances, and supports local workers. This blog details the real costs, risks, and benefits... Read more...
Best Fixed Blade Knife for Cold Weather Camping (What Actually Works in Freezing Conditions) | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #99
Best Fixed Blade Knife for Cold Weather Camping (What Actually Works in Freezing Conditions) | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #99
Cold weather exposes weak knife design fast. In freezing conditions, steel brittleness, poor grip, and unreliable sheaths can turn essential gear into a liability. This deep dive breaks down what... Read more...
Why 154CM Steel Is Making a Comeback in USA Made Knives | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #98
Why 154CM Steel Is Making a Comeback in USA Made Knives | THE SHED KNIVES BLOG #98
154CM steel is making a major comeback in American-made knives thanks to its balanced edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness. Originally developed by Crucible Industries, 154CM combines high carbon (1.05%)... Read more...