Your EDC Knife Recommendations
Hogue X1 Microflip
Specs: blade 2.75”, overall length 6.625”, weight 3.2 oz Details: The Hogue X1 Microflip adds comfortable EDC to a tough and reliable folder that is capable of lighting fast deployment with the flip of a finger. The frame is constructed of a hard coat anodized 6061-T6 aluminum and designed for a natural and comfortable ergonomic grip, and easy one handed opening. The stout and sturdy plunge lock adds to the ease of single handed operation. The X1 also sports a drop point blade made of CPM154 stone washed performance stainless steel. The X1 Microflip also provides the option of a removable ambidextrous pocket clip. The Hogue X1 Microflip knife is an excellent choice for those looking for a compact, reliable folding knife. The blade is made from high-quality stainless steel that holds an edge well and is easy to sharpen. CPM154 is a Martensitic stainless steel with a hardness rated…
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Honey Badger HB1115 Medium Smooth Black Claw
Specs: blade length 3.0”, overall length 7.0”, closed 4.09”, weight 3.2oz The Honey Badger HB1115 Medium Smooth Black Claw knife is a great choice for anyone who wants to get the most out of their everyday carry. This knife is designed with a sturdy blade that’s perfect for slicing through anything, whether it’s rope or cardboard, and its sharpness will take awhile to dull. The handle is made from heavy-duty plastic that won’t slip when you’re trying to cut something, so you can focus on what matters: getting things done! The Honey Badger HB1115 Medium Smooth Black Claw knife also comes with a handy bottle opener so you can pop open your favorite beverage whenever you want (and don’t even worry about cleaning up after yourself because this knife is dishwasher safe!). You’ll never be without your favorite drink again—just open it with this amazing knife! With the Honey Badger…
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KA-BAR Dozier Folding Hunter
Specs: blade 3.0”, overall length 7.25”, weight 2.4 oz Details: KA-BAR Dozier Folding Hunter (4062FG) is a lightweight lock back with a curved diamond textured Zytel handle to conform to the hand. This knife is all about the K.I.S.S. method of keeping things simple. The hollow ground drop point blade is made from strong AUS-8A stainless steel. The Dozier’s reversible pocket clip and thumb stud gives the versatility desired for left and right handed users. This knife is a great option for a light and durable EDC. *AUS-8A is very similar to a AUS-8 and sometimes referred to as the same. The difference between the 8A and 8 is heat treatment. AUS-8A a stainless steel with low carbon content that resists rust and easily sharpens. AUS-8A and AUS-8 are very similar to the USA’s 440 line of steels. AUS steel is made both in China and by the Japanese. Hardness…
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Kershaw Bareknuckle
Specs: blade 3.5”, handle length 4.70”, overall length 8.20”, weight 3.55 oz Details: The Kershaw Bareknuckle is a revived design of the popular ZT 0777, but with a slimmed down profile. The matte grey 6061-T6 aluminum contains the patented sub-frame lock for a reliable and secure lock up. The Sandvik 14C28N steel is durable enough to retain an edge, while still being easy to sharpen. The Bareknuckle is also equipped with a reversable deep carry tip up pocket clip. The flipper deployed stonewashed modified drop point blade gives you a mix of belly cut and slicing, and for self defense jabbing and slashing. The Kershaw Bareknuckle is an attractive EDC able to handle most anything you throw at it. *14C28N is a stainless steel made by the Swedish company @Sandvik, and it’s mainly made for knives. It is high in Chromium giving it great corrosion resistance, and offers good edge…
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Kershaw Blur Black with SpeedSafe Assisted Opening
Specs: 6” x 1”x 1” – 4.16 Ounces – Steel: Sandvik 14C28N – Plain edge (Blade Length: 3.5”) If you’re looking for a locking recurved drop-point blade with a thumb stud that’s ideal for multitasking, look no further. Kershaw Blur offers excellent slicing and piercing capabilities. The reversible low profile pocket clip rests on the frame making it easy to pull from the pocket. Ideal for right-handed tip up or tip-down carry. With Speedsafe assisted opening, you’ll have quick access to a blade with razor sharpness, while having above average corrosion and wear resistance. *14c28n is a stainless steel made by the Swedish company @Sandvik, and it’s mainly made for knives. It is high in Chromium giving it great corrosion resistance, and offers good edge retention with a hardness of 55-62HRC.
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Kershaw Leek w/Blackwash finish
Specs: blade length 3.0”, overall open length 7.0”; weight 3.0oz Details: Kershaw Leek is made in the USA, and is a sleek edc folder. It sports a 3 inch drop point blade with a color matching 410 stainless steel handle. The composite blade is a sandwich of D2 steel on the edge with a 14C28N steel spin, ideal for piercing and slicing. It also has speed safe assisted opening with linerlock. It’s non-reflective color also gives discretion while carrying by its reversible clip. *D2 is a high carbon steel that resists corrosion and extremely durable. 14c28n is a stainless steel made by the Swedish company @Sandvik, and it’s mainly made for knives. It is high in Chromium giving it great corrosion resistance, and offers good edge retention with a hardness of 55-62HRC.
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Kershaw Shuffle
Specs: 5.75” x 1.33” x 1.5”, blade length 2.4”, weight 3.5oz Details: Kershaw Shuffle compact is multi functional pocket knife that includes a Phillips and flathead bit, a bottle opener, and a lanyard hole and a single fixed position removable pocket clip drop point blade is stainless steel and black coated to prevent corrosion. It has a linerlock prevent closing prematurely. Handle material is glass thread nylon polymer reinforced. *8Cr13Mov is a Chinese steel has similar characteristics to AUS-8. Excellent steel for the money, and is found in a lot of high value knives.
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Kizer Cutlery TomCat Splinter (Ki3457A2)
When you’re on the hunt for a high-quality folding knife, there are a lot of choices out there. But if you’re looking for something that can take care of business and not break the bank, look no further. The Kizer Cutlery TomCat Splinter is here to save the day! With its 3.23″ blade and 7.48″ overall length, this little guy will fit right into your pocket without weighing you down—or getting in the way of your other EDC items. The S35VN steel gives you an edge that will last through anything you throw at it, while still being easy to sharpen when needed. The frame lock ensures that your blade stays firmly in place when you need it most, so you can feel safe knowing it won’t slip out on its own accord while in use or while carrying around all day long. And with its sleek design and gorgeous…
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Kizer Flip Shank – Compact
Specs: blade length 2”, overall open length 5.125”, closed length 3.125”, weight 3.50oz Details: Kizer Compact Flip Shank KI2521 with micarta handle has a stonewashed bowie blade with a deep belly and aggressive clip point. A thumb stud was included along the side providing an easy flip deploy design. *S35VN is a martensitic steel developed in 2009 by Crucible Industries. S35VN is 15 to 20% stronger than S30VN without giving up any wear resistance. Vanadium carbides were substituted for niobium carbides, and has a Rockwell hardness of 58-61.
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Kizer Gemini Micarta
Specs: blade 3.125”, overall length 7.25”, weight 3.58 oz Details: Kizer Gemini designed by Ray Laconico, consists of a soft and grippy black micarta handle, with a versatile stone washed drop point blade with a good cutting belly made from N690 steel. The blade deploys in a snap with the easily accessible finger flipper, and remains securely in place with the steel liner lock. The Gemini comes complete with a right hand pocket clip (tip up) and clean lines, and would make a durable EDC. *N690 is considered a more comparable steel to VG10, than 440C. N690 is produced in a small Austrian plant, that also provides steel for surgical instruments. Composition: 17% Chromium, 1.5% Cobalt, 1.10% Molybdenum, 1.07% Carbon, 0.40% Vanadium, 0.40% Manganese, 0.10% Vanadium, with the key to hardness due to the addition of the cobalt, that creates uniformity within the structure of the steel. The Kizer Gemini…
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Kizer Sheepdog C01C (Ki4488A3)
Specs: blade 3.30”, overall length 7.75”, closed length 4.44”, weight 6.0 oz. Details: The Kizer Sheepdog C01C (Ki4488A3) comes in carbon fiber with a large black sheepsfoot stonewashed blade. Opening the heavy duty cleaver blade is made smooth and easy on a pivoting ball bearing using the built in finger flipper. The Sheepdog is an impressive piece of work, with countless tactical and EDC possibilities, contained within a stylish build. *S35VN is a Martensitic steel developed in 2009 by Crucible Industries. S35VN is 15 to 20% stronger than S30VN without giving up any wear resistance. Vanadium carbides were substituted for niobium carbides, and has a Rockwell hardness of 58-61. The Kizer Sheepdog C01C is a high-quality folding knife that stands out for its excellent performance and durability. One of the most notable features of the Sheepdog C01C is its ergonomic handle, which is made from titanium. This provides a comfortable…
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Kizer T1 – EDC folder
Specs: blade 3.2”, overall length 7.55”, weight 4.30oz Details: Kaiser cutlery folding pocket knife with titanium handles that are 3D machined, has a drop point blade made with S35VN steel, and possesses ambidextrous thumb studs. In all, a great EDC knife with the toughness needed to accomplish most any job you throw at it. *S35VN was developed in 2009 and is about 15-20% tougher than S30V without reducing wear and increasing chip resistance. It is a martensitic stainless steel wherein the chemistry has been rebalanced so that it forms Niobium, Vanadium, and Chromium carbides.
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Krudo Drastik Folding Gladius
Specs: 3.8” blade, overall length 8.25”, 7.1oz Details: Krudo Drastik Gladius style blade, with ceramic ball bearings, with black carbon fiber inserts in handle, finger lever, and ambidextrous titanium clip. Each knife designed by Louis Krudo and are in limited production. This knife is built with EDC, quick opening, and style in mind. *9Cr18Mov is a high end Chinese stainless steel with a mid level carbon and high in chromium composition used in demanding tools like surgical blades cutlery stainless steel blades and knives.
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Kubey KU202 w/ S35VN Steel
Specs: blade 3.7”, overall length 8.4”, weight 3.9 oz Details: The Kubey KU202 EDC Pocket knife is a tactical knife made from premium quality CPM S35VN steel, with comfortable carbon fiber handle, titanium frame lock, and milled pocket clip. The ambi flipper deploys the trailing point hollow ground brushed finished blade on a smooth ceramic ball bearing hinge. The Kebey KU202 is an ideal EDC for those seeking a lightweight blade made from premium materials that is capable of tackling hard use tasks. *S35VN is a Martensitic steel developed in 2009 by Crucible Industries. S35VN is 15 to 20% stronger than S30VN without giving up any wear resistance. Vanadium carbides were substituted for niobium carbides, and has a Rockwell hardness of 58-61. The Kubey KU202 is a folding knife that stands out for its excellent value and performance. One of the most notable features of the KU202 is its ergonomic…
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Leatherman FREE T4 Multitool
Specs: blade 2.2”, closed 3.6”, weight 4.3oz The Leatherman FREE T4 Multitool is for the adventurer in you. It’s not just a knife, it’s an instrument that will help you take on the world. The FREE T4 Multitool comes with a locking blade, pliers, wire cutters, crimper, can opener/small screwdriver bit driver, bottle opener/large screwdriver bit driver, and a large cutting hook/scraper. It also comes with a sheath and carabiner so you can clip it to your belt loop or backpack and keep it at-the-ready for when you need it. It’s the perfect tool for camping trips and outdoor excursions—when you’re out there on your own or with a group of friends, this knife will help you get through anything! *420HC steel is softer than higher steel count 440, yet more durable than other similar metals. It is strong and reliable, and ideal for sporting/utility tools. Its composition is 13.0%…
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Massdrop Compact Tactical Folder by Terzuola
Specs: blade 3.2”, closed 4.4”, overall length 7.6”, weight 3.1oz Whether you’re a soldier, a chef, or just a person who likes to keep their home safe and secure, this knife is for you. The Massdrop Compact Tactical Folder by Terzuola is perfect for the everyday use of any kind of person. Its slim design makes it easy to fit in your pocket or purse, while still being able to handle any task you might need it for. The blade is made of stainless steel and has a satin finish to prevent corrosion. The handle is made from textured G10 scales with a stainless steel liner lock. You can choose between two different colors: black or gray. This knife is great for everyday carry because it’s lightweight and durable enough to withstand repeated use without showing signs of wear and tear. It also comes with a pocket clip so that…
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