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Quickhatch handmade bushcraft knives built in Idaho
Quickhatch Knife Co. builds handmade knives for practical outdoor use.

A Practical Guide to EDC Fixed Blades

Posted by QuickHatch Customs on May 7th 2026

An EDC fixed blade should be easy to carry, quick to access, and strong enough to make sense as a daily tool. Size matters. Too large, and it gets left behind. Too small, and it loses usefulness. The … read more
Quickhatch drop point knife built for field dressing and outdoor carry
Hunting knives and bushcraft knives overlap, but each shape favors different field work.

The Difference Between a Hunting Knife and a Bushcraft Knife

Posted by QuickHatch Customs on Mar 22nd 2026

Hunting knives and bushcraft knives overlap, but they are usually optimized for different work. A hunting knife often needs control for field dressing, skinning, and clean slicing. A bushcraft knife u … read more
Quickhatch bushcraft knife with a broad working blade and handmade handle
Blade shape, balance, and handle comfort all matter in a true bushcraft knife.

What Makes a Good Bushcraft Knife?

Posted by QuickHatch Customs on Feb 11th 2026

A good bushcraft knife is not just a sharp object with a rugged look. It is a tool that should make camp work easier, safer, and more controlled. The first thing to look at is blade geometry. A bushcr … read more
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