History Of Blackjack Knives
A boot knife or a gambler's dagger is a small fixed-blade knife (usually, a dagger) that is designed to be carried in or on a boot.[1] Typically, such a knife is worn on a belt or under a pant leg.[2] If worn around the neck (by means of a chain or lanyard) they become a neck knife. Boot knives generally come with a sheath that includes some form of a clip. Most have double-edged blades, like a dagger, that range from 3 to 5 inches (7.62 to 12.7 cm).[2]
History[edit]
BlackJack Knives was founded by Mike Stewart and Steven Lewis in Los Angeles in 1987. Their first knife Mamba was designed and grounded by the founder and logos were engraved using chemicals. The company faced a major setback in its establishment year when it got almost bankrupt. The History of Blackjack. May 29,2019; Category: Crescent Features; The origins of Blackjack is still under debate, but researchers agree that Blackjack probably originated in the French casinos around 1700. The French cards were called 'Vingt-et-Un,' which translates to 'Twenty-one.'
Legal issues[edit]
A boot-knife carries with it a multitude of legal issues, as each defining factor is likely to cause legal trouble in certain jurisdictions. Some regions prohibit carrying fixed-blade knives, double edged knives (dirk or dagger), concealed knives, or knives over certain length.[2]
Manufacturers[edit]
Boot knives have been made by companies such as Blackjack Knives, Ek Knives, Valor Cutlery, Gerber Legendary Blades, Kershaw Knives, Parker Brothers, and Cold Steel.[3]
References[edit]
History Of Blackjack Knives Near Me
- ^Kevin Michalowski; John Taffin (2005). Gun Digest Book of Cowboy Action Shooting. Gun Digest Books. pp. 40–41. ISBN978-0-89689-140-1.
- ^ abcSteele, David (1988). 'Boot Knife Fighting'. Black Belt. Active Interest Media, Inc. 26 (4): 48–51.
- ^Loveless, Bob; Richard W. Barney (1995). How to Make Knives. Iola, WI: Krause Publications. p. 171. ISBN978-0-87341-389-3.