Awesome Knives

Designed by Phillip Booth for CRKT, the Michaca is an elegant and substantial automatic pocket knife. Rather than a button or switch, its 3.3″ drop-point blade flips open by pressing inward on its handle scales. We can’t decide between the beveled black or jade G10 handle. Be sure to check local laws before ordering.

This limited edition of CountyComm’s thick and stubby D2 Re-Action folding knife has a titanium liner lock frame and a sharp D2 steel blade. It’s small enough to fit in the fifth pocket of your jeans and easy to spot in the dark thanks to its glowing handle scales. It’s also available with a bright orange handle.

Every week, Everyday Carry rounds up their favorite gear finds. This time, they’ve got some fantastic headphones from Master and Dynamic, sharp blades from Kansept and Vosteed, a futuristic flashlight from COAST Portland, and some sweet Field Notes journals to go with Blade HQ’s donut-inspired Dessert Warrior knife collection.

Plasma is created by adding energy to a gas. It’s why stars glow in the sky. On a smaller scale, man-made plasma can be created with high-voltage electricity. The Plasma Channel applied this knowledge to one of the sweetest knives ever, a dual-blade weapon with plasma arcing through its center. He hopes to eventually replicate Halo’s plasma sword.

This plain-edged pocket knife from CRKT was designed by Darriel Caston and based on a custom knife he made to commemorate a SpaceX rocket launch. CRKT’s version is all steel, with a 12C27 blade and a stonewashed stainless handle. A ball-bearing pivot opens smoothly, while its frame lock mechanism ensures a confident deployment.

A traditional Japanese Higonokami knife has a permanently riveted hinge. These larger Higonokami knives have a removable screw hinge, which makes them easier to maintain and provides a secure locking mechanism. Each knife is made by alphakogyo with a handcrafted VG10 steel blade. They also sell smaller knives with a classic hinge design.

Accessory maker WESN teamed up with fashion brand P&Co. to create a small but useful knife that’s legal in the UK. Their Slipjoint Microblade knife features a stubby D2 steel blade and a brass handle engraved with a sunburst design. It measures 2.3 in / 5.9 cm closed and 3.8 in / 9.75 cm open and has a spring-loaded mechanism for easy closing and safety.

StatGear’s small but mighty pocket knife has an incredibly sharp D2 steel blade, connected to a skeletonized stainless steel frame. Its 2″ blade deploys quickly with a ball-bearing hinge, while its 3″ ergonomic handle is designed for a firm and reassuring grip.

This keychain-friendly knife from Jimmytronics is great for light-duty tasks like opening packages and cutting cords. It uses a standard X-Acto No. 11 craft blade and has a spring-loaded mechanism and lever notch to ensure the blade is locked securely in place. Made from CNC-machined titanium for long life.

We love finding new gear for our daily adventures. Everyday Carry shared their latest picks, including some great new items, including a collection of backpacks from Pioneer, rugged hiking boots from Huckberry and shoemaker Diemme, a fixed blade knife from CIVIVI, a big MOLLE pouch from CountyComm, and a modern two-room tent from Snow Peak.

This substantial folding utility knife from EDC Monster has a cool cyberpunk look and a roller-bearing mechanism that opens with one hand. Its handle is made from sandblasted grade 5 titanium and accepts standard SK5 utility blades. It’s also TSA-safe if you remove its blade and install one at your destination.

In this video from metalworker Koss, he shows how he created a sleek, modern dagger. He meticulously machined its tapered blade from W1-7 high-carbon steel and crafted its handle and matching sheath from hollow copper tubing. Its shape reminds us of a letter opener, but this is a serious knife. We love the bevel detailing on the ends.

This tasty knife from Boker looks like a hot dog. Its wiener-shaped red blade has a squiggle of mustard, while its aluminum handle cradles the dog like a golden-brown bun. It features Kalashnikov’s push-button automatic mechanism, a button lock, and a ketchup-colored pocket clip – a BladeHQ exclusive and part of the unique Warrior Buffet collection.

This special edition of Gerber’s Fastball knife features a Dark Urban Blue aluminum handle, laser engraved with a winter scene. It has a 3″ plain-edge Wharncliffe blade made from stonewashed S30V steel. Opens easily with a finger flipper and a smooth ball-bearing mechanism. Available in limited quantities exclusively from the Gerber online shop.

This folding utility knife from Excel Blades is ideal for opening packages, cutting foam boards, and hobby and craft projects. It has a large finger hole at its pivot point that not only improves control but is great for fidgeters. It also has a built-in pocket clip, and its blade is easily replaceable.

Scrimshaw art dates back to the late 18th century as a product of the whaling industry. But you won’t have to catch Moby Dick to make your first piece of scrimshaw. This kit from Mollyjogger includes a bone-handled pocket knife, a steel scribe, India ink, a tracing tool, and a variety of designs so you can customize your knife. Choose from a Trapper or Lock-back style knife.

This small, fixed-blade knife from Civivi features a sheepsfoot blade with a sharp and tough 14C28N steel blade. It’s good for light-duty tasks like opening packages and cutting paper and includes a Kydex sheath with both a bead chain and a lanyard cord. It’s available with a natural stainless or black blade.

Designed for serious knife enthusiasts, Wicked Edge offers a complete line-up of premium knife sharpeners, so you never have a dull blade. Their precision sharpeners help you achieve the perfect blade angle and razor-sharp edges. Their sharpeners will give your blades the edge they deserve, from the portable WE60 to the top-of-the-line Generation 4 Pro.

This slimline folding pocket knife features a screwless design and is small enough to fit in the coin/condom pocket in your jeans. Its 2.2″ blade is protected by dual blade guards and is replaceable. The stainless steel tool also functions as a bottle opener and can tab opener.

This economical folding knife offers everyday convenience for opening boxes but could also save your life in a car crash. Its serrated and gut-hook blade edges can cut cardboard and rope and quickly saw through seatbelt webbing. It’s got a non-slip nylon fiberglass handle and a built-in key clip. Price shown is for a 2-pack.

The Cybertool M is a 32-in-1 pocket tool from the exclusive maker of Swiss Army knives. It packs blades, bit wrenches, hex sockets, torx, hex, pozidriv bits, screwdrivers, a pen, pliers, and wire tools, making it the perfect EDC for anyone who works on electronics. It also has tweezers, a toothpick, and a key ring.

This substantial folding knife features carbon fiber liners and spacers to reduce weight. SOG’s XR mechanism ensures confident locking, and its 3″ tanto-style blade is made from CRYO CTS XHP steel for corrosion resistance and edge retention. Available in Orange G10 + graphite and Blackout Micarta + graphite.

This handy pocket multitool from TRUE packs a knife, a scraper, a magnetic 1/4″ bit driver, and a bottle opener. Its 2.75″ tanto-style blade is made from 3Cr13 Steel with a liner lock mechanism, and its bit driver arm can lock in 90º or 180º positions. Includes Phillips and flat driver bits along with a pocket clip.