Knife Know-How

Knife Safety

Practicing knife safety will enhance your use and enjoyment of your knife as a valuable tool. Using a knife for purposes other than which it was intended invariably leads to the possibility of trouble or injury and may void your warranty. At Buck Knives, we encourage you to use your knife safely - you and those around you will be glad you did.

1. Cut away from your body-not toward.
2. If you drop your knife, let it fall - DON'T attempt to catch it.
3. DON'T run with a knife.
4. DON'T throw a knife to anyone - hand it to them (handle first).
5. DON'T point a knife at anyone.
6. If blade doesn't lock open, watch for colapsing (see Locking Liner, Lockback).
7. Keep your kife folded/sheathed when carrying or not using.
8. Do not sharpen on a power grinder - use a sharpening stone(using a power grinder will make the edge brittle and void the warranty)
9. Use the right tool for the job. Don't use kife as a pry-bar, etc.
10. Use in a well-lit area so you can see what you are doing.
11. Do not use a knife on "Live" Electrical items like appliances
12. Keep your knife clean, lubed and sharp (safer than dull)
13. If you get cut, seek first aid IMMEDIATELY.

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