Gear Stabbings in Atlanta up 300% due to Blade Show… David Reeder June 6, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. …said no headline in Georgia ever. There are thousands of edged tools, implements and weapons here at the Cobb Galleria and none of them have leapt off the table and gone Athos-Porthos-Aramis all by themselves. One might come to believe this sort of inanimate object is powerless to do harm unless directed to do so by a person. If only it was the same with guns. Oh, wait… The 33rd Annual Blade Show is this weekend in Atlanta and there are manufacturers of every type represented – enough to fill a 116,500 square foot show hall. It is open to the public. In addition to custom knife makers, production knife manufacturers and craftsmen making specialty tools, attendees can sit in on numerous classes from BLADE University. Topics include Knife Designs of the World, 7 Essential Skills to Survive Deadly Attacks, Bladesmithing for Kids and numerous others. Instructors include names like Emerson, Harsey, and Reeve – a lot of knowledge concentrated in one small area. Inside the hall are representatives of the American Bladesmith Society, the American Knife and Tool Institute and the Knifemakers' Guild as well as hundreds of displays. Brands at the show include MultiTasker, Coye Knives, Steel Flame, HTM/Darrel Ralph Knives, DPX Gear, Rustick Knives, Spartan Blades, Hinderer Knives, Hardcore Hardware Australia, Emerson, Strider, RMJ Tactical, Klecker Knives and Tools and scores of others, along with many smaller individual craftsman companies and family owned businesses – about 6 pages of knives in the guide. It's a helluva collection and there is lots to talk about. Stand by for further. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
