Peasant Knives | SAKs Vs Baguettes (EP 045)

EDC TV: Peasant Knives, History, Culture & Unexpected ClassicsThis episode dives deep into one of the most universal, beloved, and culturally rich categories of cutting tools: peasant knives. Grant, Inky Chris, and returning regular Kirky explore what makes these humble blades so enduring, from agricultural roots to modern-day collectability- and why nearly every country has its own iconic version.You’ll hear stories about Okapis in New York, Duk-Duks in France, Mercator K55Ks in Germany, Opinel classics, and the fascinating Portuguese hybrids Grant discovered on his travels. The crew compares designs, shares personal experiences, and breaks down why these knives remain essential tools for workers, farmers, and everyday folks around the world.Along the way, you’ll get laughs, history, practical insights, and even a few tales of missing mail, chronograph confusion, and baguette‑cutting in London.If you love knives, culture, history, or just good conversation, this episode is for you.#EDCTV #PeasantKnives #Opinel #Okapi #DukDuk #Mercator #K55K #EDCCommunity #KnifeHistory #TraditionalKnives #EverydayCarry #MultitoolOrg #PocketKnives #KnifeCulture #EDCPodcast #ToolTalk #KnifeCollectors #PortugueseKnives