Category Archives: BBQ dad

Turning old steel into new knives

Posted on February 12, 2026 by M&M

Many of my knives are made from recycled scrap steel from trucks. What could be more cool than that? I have a small pile of leaf spring I salvaged one day from a local auto wrecker. This leaf spring came … Continue reading →

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A lovely blue patina on a high carbon chef’s knife

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Michael Manto

Non-stainless high carbon blades aren’t for everyone, but there are many aficionados who prefer them over stainless steel. High carbon steel can provide a harder blade which can be made much sharper and hold the edge longer than stainless steel. … Continue reading →

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Elbows Up! Canada

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Michael Manto

In todays post I’m featuring a couple of my handmade BBQ knives and kitchen choppers that I’ve had engraved with Elbows Up! All my knives are entirely made in Canada. We think that’s important in our current political climate. Celebrate … Continue reading →

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A BBQ knife for the Grill Master

Posted on May 4, 2025 by Blue Moose

Is there a BBQ enthusiast in your life that you need to find a gift for? Looking for a Father’s day gift for Dad? You should consider a brisket knife handmade in Canada! Canadians love their outdoor grills, and a … Continue reading →

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To help Canadians buy Canadian, I’ve cut my prices drastically

Posted on March 8, 2025 by Blue Moose

America’s unwarranted tariffs on Canada are stupid, but we’re not panicking. We’ll get through this, and Canadians are responding with a massive grassroots movement boycotting all American made goods. I fully support this boycott, as well as my government’s response … Continue reading →

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Need a Father’s Day Gift? Get Dad a BBQ brisket knife!!

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Blue Moose

Our BBQ knives are big, rugged and entirely made by hand in Brantford Ontario from Canadian materials. And this week I’m cutting prices like crazy for Dad’s day, from my regular price of $325 down to $195. This week only … Continue reading →

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The best Father’s Day gift for the BBQ Dad

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Blue Moose

Are you looking for a great gift idea for Father’s Day, or something special for your BBQ dad? 100% handmade in Canada from heavy duty, high-carbon stainless steel, our custom handcrafted brisket knives make a great gift for the BBQ … Continue reading →

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