In Episode 579 of The Knife Junkie Podcast, Bob DeMarco talks with Mike Wertin, owner of Northern Knives in Anchorage, Alaska's premier knife retailer and maker of "the toughest things in Alaska since bears."

Mike shares his journey from Arizona to Alaska, how the 3 Dog Knife line was born, and his pioneering techniques for multi-colored titanium anodizing. Learn about their custom Cerakote services, upcoming folding knife designs, and why virtually everyone in Alaska carries a pocket knife.

The interview reveals fascinating stories behind their signature models and the popular MAC hunting knife. Mike also discusses their growing customization services including laser engraving and Cerakote application that have become so popular they can barely keep up with demand.

Perhaps most exciting for knife enthusiasts, Northern Knives is developing their first line of folding knives made with premium CPM S125V steel, designed to combine the best features of Mike's favorite knives while maintaining the durability that the 3 Dog Knife brand is known for.

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Find Northern Knives:

Website: www.NorthernKnives.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/northernknives

Facebook: www.facebook.com/northernknives

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Northernknives

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