Mai Sophia
Bio
A Writer/blogger by day, a knife enthusiast and survivalist by night. I've reviewed a lot of products and have helped people make the right purchase
Stories (192/0)
Damascus Steel vs. Stainless Steel What's the Difference?
A look back through the history of the Damascus steel blade reveals some interesting facts. These steel blades were created from an alloy of approximately 70% carbon and 30% iron, and they were quite popular in Europe around the 15th century. The process of making this form of metal was complex, expensive, and time-consuming; that is why it became relatively unpopular later in the 17th century.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Journal
Butterfly Knife Training: Tips and Tricks!
A butterfly knife is a folding pocket knife into which two handles on one side pivot around the axis formed by a spring or fulcrum pin so that they can be spread apart once again to reveal the blade. This particular type of knife got its name not for its looks, but for how it folds out to form what looks like a butterfly’s wings when opened. It is also sometimes called “butterfly dagger,” “butterfly leaf knife,” or “Batangas blade.”
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Journal
An Introduction to the History of Ninja Swords!
Ninja swords are weapons that people would use for self-defense. They were used in feudal Japan, mainly by ninjas and samurai. The thin blade is wrapped in cloth or cord and held together with a piece of bamboo for strength. The sword can be thrown at an opponent because it is light in weight. There were two types of these swords, the katana which was a more heavyweight sword, and the kodachi which was a lighter-weight one.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in History
Uses of A Karambit Knife and Their Popularity!
A karambit knife is a style of folding knife featuring an inwardly curved, recurved blade with a sharp point and downward-spreading… What exactly is a karambit? To get started, you'll have to find out what the name means. Karambit means "spear hand" in the Indonesian language of Bahasa Indonesia.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in History
What is a Kunai Throwing Knife Used for?
A kunai throwing knife is a type of Japanese weapon that is designed to be thrown. "Kunai" means "needle". The pointy end of the blade has a small hole which will help it fly true, and it can be used as an effective tool for digging up soil. Blades can range from 3 to 12 inches long and tend not to have sharp edges because they're meant to be thrown. For the average person, finding information about a kunai knife may seem trivial or even useless.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Gamers
Top 3 Samurai Swords: Katana, Wakizashi, and Tanto!
In 1877, the Meiji Era came to an end with the arrival of a new emperor in Japan. This was a process that took place in many regions of the world. Most countries that went through this era were very ambitious and had to modernize their production of goods so that they could be competitive in the international markets. For Japan, this meant that things like samurai swords had to either disappear or become something else.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in History
What are The Possible Damages to Brass Knuckles?
Brass knuckles are a tool that is made from two metal plates connected by chains, designed to make punching harder. They're typically worn on the fingers of one or both hands, with a section of chain relating them. The type of knuckles that are most associated with violent crime is the "knuckles duster" which consists of two single-piece steel rings attached by a chain and fastened around the user's forefingers.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Men
What are The Popular Types of Ninja Swords?
Ninja swords are traditionally made of steel and shaped into a long straight blade with a circular handguard called a tsuba. A blade length typically ranges from around 30 centimeters (12 in) to 90 centimeters (36 in), but occasionally, much longer blades have been wielded. The handguard is generally between 8 and 16 centimeters (3–6 in) from the fulcrum, or center of the tang. The hilt is usually wrapped with cloth for a tight gripping surface, but not always.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in History
How to Use a Splatrball Gun?
A splatrball gun is a Nerf-branded toy gun that fires Splat Brella balls, which can be used to shoot other people. When you throw them at someone's face, it could mean "heads up" or "I'm so sorry." It is also said that they are the perfect way to leave as an insult. This gun is a toy gun that shoots Splat Brella balls.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Gamers
Brass Knuckle Knives: How Are They Made?
Brass Knuckle knife is a type of knife that is made of brass, typically the outer layer is coated with a spring steel. These knives were originally created by gang members in the 1800s to injure their enemies and to show they had enough power over them to make them wear these knives on their hands.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Art
The Earliest Vs Modern Uses of Brass Knuckles:
Brass knuckles are weapons of metal or other hard material shaped into a set of knuckle guards which include an open center so as not to leave any part of one's hand exposed while still providing light protection from blunt trauma. The knuckles and guards are typically fashioned in such a way as to have a sort of 'box' shape. While, at first glance, they appear to be one solid piece of metal, they can be separated into two pieces, giving them their unique shape.
By Mai Sophia7 months ago in Art