Bevvy of new blades with a distinct edge.
Summer brings a focused shift toward portability and pocket-ready performance, highlighting a diverse lineup of high-tech folders and streamlined carry options. This month’s selection focuses on the incredible versatility of the modern knives, showcasing the work of veteran masters with decades of experience alongside award-winning new makers. Whether you are looking for an ultra-premium custom bowie to round out a collection or a hard-use automatic for daily carry, our July 2026 roundup proves that the industry’s drive for innovation remains as sharp as ever.
Pro-Tech Knives Avalon
Lock: Button Lock
Deployment: Thumb Studs
Blade Length: 4.25”
Blade Material: MagnaCut
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Scales: 6061 Aluminum
Overall Length: 9.25”
Weight: 3.69 oz.
MSRP: $310
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
protechknives.com
Lin Rhea Slip Joint Folder
Blade Length: 4”
Blade Material: 80CrV2
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Scales: Micarta
Overall Length: 9”
Knife To Know: Includes sheath made by Kay Rhea
Maker’s Price: $1,300
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
Maker’s price for a similar knife: $1,300
Work Sharp RMX Thumbstud
Blade Length: 3.2”
Lock: Button Lock
Blade Material: M390
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Handle: Magnesium
Overall Length: 7.5”
Weight: 2.6 oz.
Knife To Know: Handle is integral, reversable clip
MSRP: $140
Country Of Origin: Assembled in U.S.A. from foreign components
worksharptools.com
Cody Adolphson Vest Bowie
Knife Type: Vest Bowie
Blade Material: 1084/15N20
Damascus Pattern: Dark Core Feathered Damascus
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Handle Material: Ancient Walrus Ivory, Nickel Silber Accents, Damascus Pommel
Guard: Twist Damascus
Overall Length: 10”
Maker’s Price For A Similar Knife: $1,400
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
Justin Burton Kukri
Blade Length: 10.5”
Blade Material: 80CrV2/15N20
Blade Pattern: Twisted Damascus San Mai
Blade Grind: Flat
Handle: Black dyed curly mango with red G-10 spacers
Guard: Nebular Fat Carbon
Knife To Know: Custom bead made with Elforyn Supertusk and Damasteel
Maker’s Price For A Similar Knife: $1,500
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
TOPS Knives Sidekick Diver
Designer: Ana Espinoza
Blade Length: 5.75”
Blade Material: N690
Blade Pattern: Spear
Blade Finish: Black Traction Coating
Scales: G10
Overall Length: 11.25”
Weight: 12.8 oz.
Sheath: Black Kydex
Knife To Know: Integral line cutter on the spine. Also available with a double edge.
MSRP: $395
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
topsknives.com
WE Knife Dracarys
Lock: Frame Lock
Blade Length: 3.58”
Blade Material: Böhler M390
Blade Pattern: Clip Point
Blade Grind: Flat
Handle Material: 6AL4V Titanium
Overall Length: 8.13”
Closed Length: 4.55”
Weight: 3.66 oz.
Knife To Know: Limited to 199 pieces, 6AL4V titanium pocketclip, caged ceramic ball
MSRP: $370
Country Of Origin: China
weknife.com
Chad Fox Bowie
Blade Length: 9.25”
Blade Material: W2
Blade Pattern: Clip Point
Handle: Koa
Overall Length: 14.5”
Knife To Know: Salt blackened mild steel
Maker’s Price For A Similar Knife: $950
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
Colten Tippetts Neck Knife
Name: Dinker
Blade Length: 2”
Blade Material: Ladder Damascus
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Handle: Desert Ironwood
Overall Length: 3.5”
Knife To Know: Also made in 01 Tool Steel with Dymondwood handles.
Maker’s Price: $150
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
Craig Camerer Slim Pickers Fighter
Knife Type: Fighter
Blade Length: 7”
Blade Material: 1080/15N20
Blade Pattern: Dancing Martian Damascus
Blade Grind: Flat
Handle: African Blackwood
Guard: Nickel Silver
Overall Length: 12.5”
Maker’s Price For A Similar Knife: $750
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
Bear & Son Cutlery Auto Bold Action XIV
Blade Length: 4.5”
Blade Material: S35VN
Blade Pattern: Drop Point
Blade Grind: Hollow
Handle: Aluminum
Overall Length: 8.75
Weight: 1.5 oz.
Knife To Know: OTS Automatic, tip-up carry.
MSRP: $230
Country Of Origin: U.S.A.
bearandsoncutlery.com
Grissom Knife & Tool Baby Zeus
Lock: Liner Lock
Blade Length: 3.15”
Closed Length: 3.93”
Blade Material: Sandvik 14C28N
Blade Pattern: Modified Tanto
Scales: Micarta
Overall Length: 6.87”
Knife To Know: Ceramic bearings. G10 scale available.
MSRP: $89
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