Awesome Knives

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.

Pocket knives come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Beyond looks, how do you decide on the correct type of blade to buy? Everyday Carry put together this concise guide to blade shapes, and what kind of work they are best suited to. So, if you ever wondered what the difference was between a Wharncliffe and a Hawkbill, they’ve got you covered.

Our ability to reclaim and reuse metal means it’s possible to make knives and tools out of all kinds of stuff. Knives Project shows us how they burnt the explosive coating off a bunch of sparklers, then twisted and forged the remaining metal rods to create a uniquely patterned blade.

If you’re going to carry just a single tool in your pocket, you can’t go wrong with a Swiss Army Knife. Made exclusively by Victorinox, these versatile knives come in all shapes and sizes these days, and Everyday Carry has picked their top models in the budget, outdoors, travel, keychain, and overall categories.

This upgraded version of Tacray’s titanium mini knife adds a bottle opener and pry tool to its tail end. Its scalpel-style utility blade is extra sharp and replaceable with the turn of a thumbscrew. Choose from grey or blue finishes.

If you use your knives at all, you need to maintain them to keep them sharp and opening smoothly. Pine and Print makes this wood workstation for maintenance and repairs on knives and other small tools. It’s got a large work area and three parts storage trays lined with black plastic and cutouts for a dozen 1/4″ driver bits.

Like most metals, steel is an easily recyclable material. In this video from Handyman Restoration, he shows us how he took a pile of steel nail clippers, forged them into a block which he hammered flat to form a fixed blade with a unique damascus pattern. It was interesting to see how he made the wooden handle too.

At just 2.64″ long when closed, OKNIFE’s 11-in-1 multitool fits in the palm of your hand. Despite its size, it packs needle-nose and regular pliers, a wire stripper, a knife, scissors, a can opener, a bottle opener, slotted and Phillips screwdrivers, and a SIM card remover tool. Made from 30Cr13 stainless steel with aluminum alloy handles.

The highlight of Gerber’s straight edge flipper blade is its marbled acrylic handle scales inspired by classic barbershop razors. It has a 2.7″ satin finished sheepsfoot blade with a liner lock for safe and secure storage. It also comes in a tortoiseshell pattern.

This multi-purpose utility tool from ToughBuilt combines a retractable utility knife with a pry bar.  It’s great for cutting boxes, opening cans, pulling nails, and other common tasks. Its blade doubles as a wire cutter and stripper, and it has a deep-carry belt clip.

Bomber & Company’s Razor folding knife opens packages and breaks down cardboard boxes with ease. It folds to under 3″ long when closed so that it won’t bulk up your pocket, and it has built-in hex head wrenches, a pry bar, and a bottle opener. Its stubby, straight-edge blade is made from durable 440C stainless steel with a black stonewashed finish.

While our default for online shopping is Amazon, there are lots of other places you can buy knives and pocket tools. Our friends at Everyday Carry offer up several other places where you can find great blades, whether you like the convenience of online shopping or the hands-on experience of buying in person. They also list some of the best knife brands.

This unique folding knife features a locking, replaceable blade system, so you can switch between drop-point, tanto, and saw edges in seconds. The blades measure 3.25″ to 3.5″ long and are made from black-coated steel. It has a smooth ball-bearing flipper, and its handle is made from durable and lightweight G10.

If you prefer bright colors, this collection of tools and accessories in shades of purple and violet is for you. Everyday Carry’s vibrant loadout ensures you’ll stand out from the crowd when you reach for your pocket knife, pen, flashlight, or check the time on your watch.