Opinel's been making knives in the French Alps since the late 1800's. The Opinel No. 12 Explore Knife lets you take their blade-making expertise to the great outdoors. It has a sharp, dependable four-inch 12C27 Sandvik stainless steel blade paired with a fiberglass-reinforced polyamide handle that can withstand nearly any conditions. Hidden within the handle is a firestarter and a loop for attaching to a strap. Available in orange or green.
Designed to use your finger as leverage, the Nug Knuckle Knife is as useful for common tasks as it is for defense. Combining a heat-treated S35VN steel blade with a G5 titanium body, this rugged tool has an 18mm blade that, thanks to its robust construction and your sure grip, can handle everything from opening letters to cutting tennis balls with ease. It measures roughly 2.2 inches by 1.2 inches and is less than half an inch thick, so it's easily pocketable, and without the blade deployed, will protect your knuckles in the event you need to defend yourself with a fist instead of a knife.
Meant to handle any duty a hunt might demand, the Benchmade Grizzly Creek Knife is as tough as its name suggests. Its 3.5-inch, premium stainless steel drop point blade stays in place via the AXIS lock, and can be opened with either hand thanks to dual thumb studs. The wood handle matches its rustic purpose and cleans off easily, and the folding hook stays safely out of the way until you need it. Made in the USA.
By combining the very best of eastern and western techniques, the Bulat Chef Knife is designed to be your go-to kitchen blade. The knife starts with a Japanese VG-10 steel cutting core that holds its edge and won't corrode. It's then surrounded by 66 layers of stainless steel, hardened to between a 57-59 rockwell hardness. The edge is tapered to a 17-degree for an incredibly sharp blade. A convex grip allows for the knife to rock, while a finger guard keeps your tips intact. Available in your choice of a light olive wood or a dark walnut finish.
If throwing knives is one of your hobbies or something you've thought about taking up, you can do a lot worse than this Cold Steel True Flight Thrower Knife. Many of the throwers on the market currently are made using cheap steel or stainless steel that breaks. This model from Cold Steel however, is 12 inches long and made using 1055 carbon steel, finished in a black, baked-on protective coat. The handle also comes equipped with a pre-wrapped para-cord for a better grip. A strong, accurate throwing knife worthy of a place in your collection.
Whether you're prepping for the EOTWAWKI or just wanting to make sure you're over prepared for your next camping trip, the Morakniv Bushcraft Survival Knife. It has a 4.3-inch high carbon steel blade with a black coating to prevent corrosion, paired with an ergonomic rubber grip. Just as important is the included sheath, which houses an integrated diamond sharpener and has a rubber spine that holds the included firestarter. With the ability to cut firewood, light it, and even kill something for you to cook over it, it's a versatile woodman's tool that is well deserving of a spot in your bug out bag.
With a design based on a traditional Alaskan Native Ulu knife, the Benchmade Nestucca Cleaver is small but equipped to handle big game quickly. It features a blade that is a little longer than four inches with a large radius that dramatically increases edge retention. It's more like a small hatchet than a cleaver, with a large large cutout in the center of the blade for your index finger to provide a steady grip as you prepare a King Salmon after a productive day of fishing.
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Normally, a Damascus blade would be a knife's standout feature. But most knives aren't made using material from outer space. Perceval Meteor Knives owe their moniker to their handles, which are sculpted from a block of solid meteorite. As a result, each one of these folding knives is unique, and is paired with a Damascus steel blade that compliments the meteor's unusual texture. Available in three styles, the knives are entirely handcrafted in a Thiers, France workshop.
Upon expanding his company out from its scented candles and perfumes, Ben Gorham has brought his art background to bear on a new travel collection that's as visually stunning as it is useful. Included in the collection is this Byredo Travel Knife. This folding pocket knife has a gold core and a brushed matte handle with the company's signature "B" cut out on one side and a piece of solid wood on the other. The blade itself is a sharp, rounded affair that sits above the knife's recessed slot in the included wooden display box.
Inspired by belt knives carried by Vikings, the Helle Viking Knife might be as strong as one of the ancient Norse seafarers. Each knife is thick and the blade is made using triple laminated carbon steel. The handle comes shaped for comfort and was handmade using Curly Birch. Designed to maintain their sharpness, the knife also comes with a custom full grain leather sheath for extra protection.
Hand forged from carbon steel, the Kellam Fixed Blade Knife has a simple, rustic look that belies its everyday utility. The 2 1/8" blade and under 5" length make it ideal for carrying in a pocket, a fact that's reinforced by the extended tang, which serves as both a hook and a pocket clip. It comes with a brown leather pocket sheath, which pairs nicely with the grippy sisal-wrapped handle.
The James Brand is a small team trying to do big things — something we understand very well at Uncrate. They're all about the details. They're aiming to build a longstanding company. And they're designing knives that they want to carry themselves. We knew all of this before we approached them to do a limited edition knife earlier this autumn, and we also knew they'd knock it out of the park. The James x Uncrate County Knife is the result of our collaboration. Built in the James HQ in Portland, our edition gets the obligatory blacked-out styling, while retaining all of the utility and usefulness of your favorite pocket knife. Our County knife features beautiful ebony wood inlays, a black PVD-coated Sandvic 12C27 steel blade, black PVD-coated 416 steel handles, and a custom black paracord lanyard for easy retrieval. With a blade length of 2.5-inches and a clip-less design, the County knife will live in your pocket undetected — both by you and by anyone who thinks you shouldn't be carrying one. Delivering late January.
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Automatic knives are dangerous, and might not even be legal where you live. But if you're looking for one, the Kershaw Launch 1 Knife is a great choice. It has a 3.4-inch blade made from corrosion- and wear-resistant CPM154 steel with a BlackWash finish, a contoured anodized aluminum handle, a reversible pocketclip to accommodate left- or right-hand usage, and a quick, powerful push-button opening system. Made in Oregon.
Every belt has a buckle. But none are quite as useful as these Knife Belt Buckles. Made to work with special sheath belts, they let you carry a heat-treated, 420 stainless steel blade on your person discreetly. They're made in the USA, available in both single- and double-edged versions, in narrow or wide styles, and can be removed in just seconds, whether you're in a self-defense situation or just trying to open an especially annoying blister pack.
Designed by world record speed climber Hans Florine, the CRKT Niad Climber's Knife is the perfect blade to carry when you're heading up the slopes. It's super light, weighing just of half an ounce, and uses a two-piece design to remove unnecessary parts and complications. The stainless steel blade has a flat top serrated edge, while the handle is made of corrosion-resistant titanium and has a loop on the end for attaching to a carabiner, something you'll no doubt have on hand as you start your ascent.
Minimize your pocket bulge by trading your current pocket blade for the Baladeo Papagayo Skinny Knife. Crafted from 420 stainless steel, it has a 3 1/8" titanium-coated blade, with an open handle design for reduced weight and a Zebrano wood front handle for a touch of flair. Finished with a bright orange paracord lanyard.
Your everyday carry items should solve everyday problems, and that's exactly the thought behind the Porter Key Knife from Everyman. Designed to last, this surgical grade and corrosion resistant tool is built to blend in with your current key setup. It features a drop point locking blade that can cut just about anything, and a dual layer designed bottle opener for cracking a cold one. Lightweight and easy to integrate into your everyday carry lineup.
Tough enough for everyday use yet designed for travel, the Tiktaalik Field Knife Set will let you cook up real meals wherever you might be. The set is crafted from Swedish Sandvik steel, and includes a 3.5-inch paring knife, a 6-inch serrated knife, and a 6.25-inch chefs knife. Most notably, the knives forgo a traditional grip, reducing their weight dramatically while allowing them to stack on top of each other, taking up the same amount of space as one traditional knife. They arrive in a compact aluminum case with two Richlite cutting boards.
It's a good thing the Spyderco Bug Knife has a lanyard hole that's large enough for a key ring, because you're going to want it attached to something so it's not so easy to lose. This tiny folder measures 2.875 inches open and just 1.625 closed, with a flat-ground, 1.3-inch 3Cr13 stainless steel blade. The handle is also constructed of stainless steel, has a satin finish, and carries the company logo on the side.
With a design fit for a crime-fighting superhero, the Schrade SCHA5B M.A.G.I.C. Knife will serve you well whether you're battling the forces of evil or just opening a PITA blister pack retail package. It features a 3.3-inch black high carbon stainless steel blade with a clip point, spring-assisted opening technology with thumb knobs on either side, and a matching black aluminum handle with a safety lock, a pocket clip, and a hole for attaching it to a lanyard.
Light. Strong. And surprisingly handsome. The White River Knucklehead Knife weighs just 1.7 ounces thanks to its skeleton design, yet its 2.875-inch high-carbon stainless steel blade is chisel-ground to take plenty of abuse between sharpening. The open design lets you get a secure grip on it while allowing room for a bottle opener in rearmost hole, and the included Kydex sheath lets you wear it around your neck, on a belt, or attached to your boot. Available with a natural stone or black PVD finish, and made in the USA.
Whether you're a serious survivalist or just a frequent camper, the Mora Bushcraft Carbon Black Knife is worth carrying. Made in Sweden by a company that's been at it since 1891, this versatile knife features a 1/8-inch thick, 4.3-inch long blade made from high carbon steel, with a black coating to protect against corrosion and a spine that's been ground for use with a fire starter. It arrives with a black plastic sheath that matches the ergonomic, over-molded rubber grip.
You carry keys. You carry (or should carry) a knife. The Mini Q Key Organizer Knife let you do both, while only grabbing one thing on your way out the door. Machined from aluminum, brass, or titanium, it uses a pivot post to attach the keys you already use, then adds a 2.35-inch, 420HC stainless steel blade to the mix. Like the body, you'll have your choice of a drop point, bottle-opener, or utility blade, and it's available with a satin, brushed, or bead blasted finish.
Whether you're using it in the kitchen or in the field, the Fave Knife is built to be your favorite cutting tool. The full tang blades are made from high carbon 420 stainless steel by R. Murphy Knives of Ayer, Massachusetts, a company that's been in the business for over 165 years, while the handles are sourced from antique table tops, headboards, cabinets, and other furniture restoration cast-offs. Available in 3- and 4-inch varieties and with your choice of walnut, cherry, mahogany, or maple handles.
Throwing knives are traditionally very specific tools. So it's nice to see one that does more than just scare the pants off the person standing in front of the target. The Kniper Throwing Knife Multi-Tool offers a total of 22 functions, including phillips and flathead screwdrivers, a fork, a pry bar, a sundial, a universal hex hole, a combination bottle and can opener, a closed wrench, a rangefinder, a saw, a nail remover, a wire stripper, a wire breaker, a ruler, and even a tobacco pipe. Oh, and it has a pretty sharp 420 high-carbon stainless steel blade, too.
Based on the designs of Serge Panchenko, the Dog Tag Knife from Spyderco combines utility with convenience. It features a chisel-ground CPM s30V blade that measures 2 inches when folded, and 3.23 when it's open — making it a go-to for simple indoor or outdoor everyday tasks. Fashioned to look just like a military dog tag and coated with a sleek black titanium carbonitride covering, so it's built to last.
Larger than a pocket knife but smaller than a machete, the Morakniv Companion Knife is ready to help on your next adventure. It features a 1/8-inch thick, 4.1-inch long carbon steel blade, balanced on the other end by an oversized ergonomic handle with a soft high friction grip. The included plastic sheath with belt clip ensures it's easy accessible when you need it.
As useful on a hike as it is on a boat, the Tops Hoffman Harpoon Knife is a versatile fixed blade knife. It measures eight inches in length with a 3.5-inch 1095 high carbon steel blade that sports black traction coating for added durability. The handle is wrapped in paracord for extra grip — as well as attaching to poles to make a spear or harpoon — and a black nylon sheath is included.
Straightforward yet subtly sophisticated, the Civilware Striker Folding Knife is a fine addition to your EDC arsenal. It boasts a three-inch steel curved blade, a slightly larger textured handle, a built-in belt clip, and a reliable liner locking mechanism. Available in black or tan and made in the USA.
