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New Production Knives: Factory Picks For ’26

Get an edge on your cutting needs with the latest production knives.
James Brand Ellis open and held in hand

First Look: James Brand Ellis Relaunches As Super-Thin Slip Joint

James Brand evolves the Ellis into an ultra-thin, minimalist multitool.
Civivi Dracolisk balisong and examples of all handle colors.

First Look: CIVIVI Dracolisk—Company’s First Foray Into Balisongs

CIVIVI Dracolisk aims to help you master the balisong flip without the sting.
The assisted openers we put to the test (starting from the top) Case Westline, Bear & Son TrueTimber Sideliner, CRKT Butte and Kershaw Raygun

Assisted Open Knives: Fast And Flashy Options

Assisted openers that get the job done … quickly.
We Knife Dracrays Open

First Look: WE Knife Co. Dracarys Anniversary Special

The anniversary folder features intricate dragon-scale titanium milling, a premium Bohler M390 clip-point blade.
Josh Howard’s Folding Hunter features a remarkable 3.5-inch hollow-ground blade crafted from pattern-welded damascus depicting a detailed deer hunting scene. Measuring 9 1/8 inches overall, the knife is built on a stainless steel frame with stainless bolsters and classic amber stag handle scales. (SharpByCoop image)

Rockin’ The Joint: Haunting Hunt For Slip Joint Perfection

These slip joint knives overcome the mechanical challenges of the style to qualify as works of art.
Brian Milinski Paratrooper Elegante Linerlock

Stud Farm: Custom Folders That Get A Thumbs Up

The thumb stud is reliable, time-tested and add dynamic dash to these customer folders.
GiantMouse ACE Atelier

First Look: GiantMouse ACE Atelier

Explore the new GiantMouse ACE Atelier, with PVD-coated Elmax steel and a scale designed to develop a unique patina over time.
The four slip joints the author tested varied in length, width and configuration, giving each its own unique capabilities. The knives tested include (top) White River Trailhead Trapper, Böker Coffin Ultem, Rosecraft Blades Savage Creek and GiantMouse Ace Farley. V2.

GIVING ’EM THE SLIP: Top Production Slip Joints For EDC

These factory slip joint folders prove the design is alive and well.
Lloyd Custom Knives’ Osprey is a flipper folder featuring a 3.5-inch hollow-ground blade of "Coat of Arms" Damascus. This 7.5-inch masterpiece utilizes a titanium frame, intricate mosaic Damascus bolsters, and premium mammoth ivory handle scales. (SharpByCoop image)

Custom Flipper-Folders: Art Of The Flip

Aesthetically and mechanically challenging flipper designs that shine.
Reiff Circadian Sheepsfoot (top), Bear & Son Sheepfoot Barlow, and the Tactile Knife Co. Redhawk are three modern renditions of the time-tested pattern.

Taking The Foot Path: Top Sheepsfoot Knives

Three unique sheepsfoot blades for top pocket performance.
Vero Engineering Phase

Homefront Hot: New American-Made Knives For 2026

The latest American-made factory knives are sharp and sweet. Reiff Knives Rangewolf Knife type: A lightweight, compact utility model for hunting and EDCDesigner: Stu ShankBlade length: 3”Blade steel: CPM MagnaCut...
Spyderco Retract

First Look: Spyderco Retract Angles At EDC Kukri

Ed Schempp Reimagines the Classic Kukri Silhouette for Accessible Everyday Carry. As Spyderco kicks off its 50th-anniversary celebrations, the brand has unleashed a wave of...
Barnes

First Look: The James Brand Barnes Titanium & Damasteel

The high-end integral folder gets a premium edition.
Four hot autos made in America, from top: Bear Ops KATAKT II, Medford Knife & Tool Smooth Criminal, Heretic Knives Wraith V.4 and Pro-Tech/Chaves Knives Redencion 229.

Automatic Knives: American-Made Quick Cutters

We gather up a bevvy of top stateside-manufactured automatic knives, certain to give you an edge on fast deployment.
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