Join Bob DeMarco for an in-depth look at the fixed blade knives of Hogtooth Knives in Episode 626 of The Knife Junkie Podcast. This comprehensive episode covers everything from daily carry tantos to custom Damascus fighters, showing why Matt Chase has become one of America's most respected knife makers.DeMarco shares personal stories about each knife in his Hogtooth collection, including a commissioned Bowie that pays homage to Bill Bagwell's fighting knives and a sub-hilt fighter inspired by Bob Loveless designs. Learn about the NoVA collaboration series that brought limited edition knives to Knife Junkie fans, and hear the incredible story of how one of these designs saved an American serviceman's life in combat.The episode also covers the latest knife releases from Demko, Sencut, Bestech, and We Knife Company, plus a fascinating history of the balisong butterfly knife in "The First Tool" section.Whether you're interested in production knives or custom pieces, this episode shows why quality fixed blades deserve a place in every collection.Bob's passion for these knives shines through as he explains the craftsmanship, materials, and design philosophy that makes Hogtooth Knives special. From 154CM steel work knives to Damascus heirloom pieces, this episode covers the full range of what's possible when a master craftsman combines traditional skills with modern techniques.Find the list of all the knives shown in the show and links to the Knife Life news stories at https://theknifejunkie.com/626 (%5C).Support the Knife Junkie channel with your next knife purchase. Find our affiliate links at https://theknifejunkie.com/knives (%5C). You can also support The Knife Junkie and get in on the perks of being a patron, including early access to the podcast and exclusive bonus content. Visit https://www.theknifejunkie.com/patreon (%5C) for details.Let us know what you thought about this episode and leave a rating and/or a review. Your feedback is appreciated. You can also email theknifejunkie@gmail.com (%5C) with any comments, feedback, or suggestions.To watch or listen to past episodes of the podcast, visit https://theknifejunkie.com/listen (%5C). And for professional podcast hosting, use our podcast platform of choice: https://theknifejunkie.com/podhost (%5C).