VCA Facas Artesanais, based out of southern brazil, produces some pretty awesome knives. The Einstein saying goes “Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” I believe Joao Alexandre Voss de Oliveira, the maker of these amazing knives, shows this trait in spades throughout his pieces. Joao’s knives show beautiful lines, a restrained simplicity and an incredible attention to detail. Each of his knives are custom made and created more in line with how an artist creates a work of art than a craftsman creating a blade. Orders can be placed by sending Joao an email with the description of your project.
If you’re looking for an everyday carry flip knife then look no further than the Benchmade 495 Vector ($192). The high-quality stainless steel blade is well-balanced, features a spear-point blade, and is rust resistant. The G10 handle is extremely durable and impervious to moisture. The blade measures 3.60″ and the handle measures 4.82″. A great […]