World history of cutting blades - a look back in time

All kinds of knives have been used by mankind since the Paleolithic period. In the modern world they are no less relevant than in the distant Stone Age. The first inventors of knives lived more than 2.5 million years ago. Products primitive masters made from bones, stones and horns, as well as flint plates.

During the Bronze Age, man learned to mine and work metals. During this period copper and bronze triumphed over stone, knives began to be made from these materials. In the Roman Empire of that time, the folding knife was first invented.

The Iron Age is called one of the bloodiest pages of history. This time belonged to the Vikings, knights, ninjas and samurai. Back then, a good sword or knife could cost as much as a small village.

During the Renaissance, knives were characterized by fine quality and fine workmanship. They were inherited and could cost a fortune. Although they were overtaken by firearms.

Modern knives value such parameters as functionality and technology, as well as versatility in the principle of "for better or worse".