Knives are not only among some of mankind's oldest tools, they are also frequently seen as collectable items. Some knives are so well-shaped and decorated that they are considered true works of art. This extensive encyclopedia, compiled for knife enthusiasts and collectors, contains:
- descriptions of the origins of the knives
- information about 160 producers, designers and knife makers
- alphabetically arranged information about 20tn and 21st century knives
- an extensive index that can be used as a reference guide for specific knives or terminology
- more than 1500 brilliant color photos and drawings