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Quick to any task and always razor sharp, the Chaves Knives CHUB is a unique take on the utility knife with its automatic out-the-front deployment

Chaves Knives CHUB OTF Review: The Always Sharp Auto

Chaves’ OTF utility blade is one fast slicer.
Veteran designed or manufactured knives (from top) Spartan Blades Harsey Dagger, CRKT Xolotl Auto, Stroup Knives HM1 and Winkler Knives Operator.

Military Knives: Veteran-Designed & Military-Inspired Steel

These veteran-designed or manufactured knives are ready to serve.
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First Look: Field-Ready Böker Naturensöhne MK II NXT

Böker teams up with popular German bushcrafters to deliver a pocket-friendly, G10-scaled multi-tool packed with essential field implements.
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New Knives: July 2026

Bevvy of new blades with a distinct edge.
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First Look: Bear OPS Nekema II Tactical EDC

An American-made tactical EDC folder featuring a Sandvik 14C28N blade and lightweight aluminum handle.
(From left) Condor’s Roarlock, ESEE Expat El Deguello and TOPS Sneak Reaper excel at cutting through dense brush during spring and summer adventures.

Machetes: Big Blades For The Summer’s Bad Bush

We slash away with three machete options to see which is ready to tame your greenery.
From friendly carry to onerous fare, from top to bottom our small clip-point knives include the Civivi Slippy Sendy, Cold Steel Engage 2.5, Demko Knives Nano Shark and Big Idea Design TI Lookout.

EDC Clip Points: Little Big Clips

Small-in-stature clip points that punch above their weight.
Civivi Elite Line Brova models

First Look: Civivi Brova And Civivi Elite Line

Elite Line debuts with premium CPM S35VN steel, aluminum scales and an innovative top-liner lock mechanism. Civivi has always aimed at more budget-conscious knife enthusiasts,...
Bob Earhart’s 5-bar Turkish twist damascus fighter is an absolute head turner, with a 7.5-inch blade and mammoth ivory handle. (Bob Earhart image)

Knife Shows: Preparing For The Best

Tips and tricks to get the most out of attending a knife show.
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2026 BLADE Show Knife Drops: Hot In Atlanta

Get a look at the new knives released at BLADE Show, the world's largest knife show.
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First Look: GiantMouse Ace Pontius Collaboration Knife

Jackass star and knife fanatic teams up with GiantMouse on tactical-style folder.
The Camper, a favorite of the author, has most tools of the larger One Handed Trekker but swaps the Phillips screwdriver for a corkscrew.

Swiss Army Knife: One Folder To Rule Them All

From the author’s experience, one folding knife has it all.
MKC Montana Open

First Look: MKC The Montana—Company Launches First Folder

The Missoula-based brand brings its legendary ruggedness, MagnaCut steel, and precision engineering to the everyday carry market.
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First Look: Legendary CRKT M16 Gets Affordable Makeover

Celebrating its 30th birthday, the Kit Carson-designed M16 has an economical crossbar lock option.
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New Production Knives: Factory Picks For ’26

Get an edge on your cutting needs with the latest production knives.
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