Knife Country, USA

Peasant Knives On Sale

Are you in the market to purchase a new Peasant knife? It is not happenstance that you are here at Knife Country USA. We stock and sell over 30 different models of the Peasant knife from leading manufacturers in the cutlery industry. Whether you are an avid collector or just looking for an everyday carry Peasant knife to use at home or at work; we can help you with selecting the proper Peasant to suit your needs. Now that you know you are in the right place lets dive a little deeper into the Peasant knife.

What is a Peasant Knife?

A Peasant knife also known as a “traditional Peasant knife” or “old fashion Peasant knife” is a single blade pocket knife. These blades are made of carbon steel. The blade on the Peasant is an extended tang blade which allows for one hand opening. Peasant knives usually have two polished nickel silver bolsters. These bolsters can be squared or rounded depending on the exact model.

How big are Peasant Knives?

Peasant knives range in size from 4 inches overall closed to 6 3/4 inches overall closed. The smallest are considered Tiny Peasant Knives followed by Small Peasant Knives then Standard or Medium Peasant Knives and the largest are Large Peasant Knives. The most popular of all the sized is the medium/standard, these knives are normally around 5 1/2 inches closed.

What types of handles are available for Peasant Knives?

That is where the real question comes in; Peasant knives just like all other traditional pocket knives are offered is a wide variety of handle colors and handle materials. Some of the most common handles are Synthetic, Polypropylene, Aluminum, Copper, and Titanium. Basically, the sky in the limit and as a customer you can really pick and choose to make your Peasant Knife personalized to you.

How to care for your Peasant Knife?

As with any knife; with proper care maintenance of your Peasant Knife will insure that your new Peasant will last a lifetime. Follow the steps below and you will be rewarded with a great tool.   

• Always keep your Peasant blades sharp: It is much easier to touch up a blade with a medium or fine grit sharpening stone than wait for the edge to be totally dull and have to reshape the edge. Plus a sharp knife is always safer to use compared to a dull one.
• Clean out the inside of your Peasant knife: Dirt, dust and lint all collect on the side of your knife where the blades lay when closed. Also around the tangs of the blades is an area that needs to be cleaned regularly.
• Oil your knife: It does not matter of your knife has stainless or carbon steel blades. It is important to keep a thick layer of oil on the blades and pivot points of the knife. This will keep your Peasant blades moving properly and will help prevent rusting.

What brands are manufacturing Peasant Knives?

Listed below are direct link to brand pages on Knife Country USA. This is the top brand that is manufacturing Peasant knives currently.

1. Svord Peasant Knives