Artisan Cutlery Simoon Review: AR-RPM9 Recoil Lock V2 Knife
The Artisan Cutlery Simoon is a budget-priced folder that packs the brand's Recoil Lock V2 mechanism into a lightweight G10 handle. At $49.99 with a 3.47-inch AR-RPM9 bowie blade, it is one of the...
Artisan Cutlery Ahab Review: AR-RPM9 G10 Folding Knife
The Artisan Cutlery Ahab ATZ-1851P is the kind of folder that earns its place in a rotation by doing the basics beautifully. It pairs a satin-finished harpoon blade in AR-RPM9 steel with a warm, ol...
AR-RPM9 Steel Explained: Budget Powder Steel for EDC
AR-RPM9 is a powder-metallurgy stainless steel that has become a fixture of Artisan Cutlery's mid-range lineup. It appears across the catalog — from the Ahab and Arroyo to the Beest, Cazador, Andro...
Artisan Cutlery Dark Wing: Thumb Hole Flipper Hybrid Design and Performance Review
The Artisan Cutlery Dark Wing stands out in a crowded EDC market by offering something increasingly rare: genuine design innovation. Combining a thumb hole deployment with a traditional flipper ta...
Knife Steel Comparison: D2 vs 12C27 vs AR-RPM9
Why Steel Choice MattersThe steel used in a knife blade directly impacts edge retention, corrosion resistance, toughness, and how easily it can be sharpened. Understanding the differences between c...