Your EDC Knife Recommendations
CRKT CEO EDC Folding Pocket Knife
CRKT (Columbia River Knife & Tool) CEO Specs: 7.625” x 0.6”x 0.44” – 2.08 Ounces – Steel: 8CR13Mov – Flat grind, plain edge (Blade Length: 3.107” – Closed length: 4.448”) Designed by Richard Rogers in Magdalena New Mexico. This low profile slim clip fits comfortably in your pocket. It features a fast opening thumb stud and has an IKBS ball bearing. The handle material is glass reinforced nylon. *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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CRKT Provoke Kinematic Morphing Karambit
Specs: blade length 2.41”, closed length 4.96”, overall open length 7.25”, 6.1oz The CRKT Provoke Kinematic Morphing Karambit knife is the perfect blade for everyday carry, whether you’re an avid hiker or just a casual walker. The blade itself has a 3.5″ triple ground cutting edge with a deep belly and tip for slicing and piercing tasks. The handle is made from aluminum, so it’s strong and lightweight. It also moves when you move, thanks to its proprietary Kinematic Morphing technology—a unique feature that allows the user to adjust the angle of attack by simply moving their hand forward or backward. Whether you’re using this knife for self-defense or for everyday tasks like opening boxes, this blade will serve you well! This knife is also perfect for camping, hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities. It comes with a nylon sheath that allows you to attach it to your belt or…
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Gerber Ghoststrike Fixed Blade w/ankle wrap
Specs: overall length 6.9”; blade 3.3”, weight 3.6oz Details: Gerber ghost strike fixed blade with ankle wrap. Compact blade with a skeletal steel 420HC frame. Coated in black ceramic to reduce reflection and corrosion. Blade designed for concealed or open carry. Knife comes with a neoprene ankle wrap and the sheath that can be mounted vertically or horizontally on a belt or pack, and the handle has diamond texture for enhanced grip. *420HC (HC stands for ‘high carbon’) is made harder that regular 420. It is used extensively by Buck and Gerber for their knives, and is a mid-level steel.
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Gerber Quadrant – Straight Edge w/pocket clip
Specs: 2.7” blade, 4” closed length, weight 4.5oz, Details: Gerber Quadrant straight edge w/ bamboo handle scales. This small EDC had a right handed pocket clip folding sheep foot blade, able to handle daily tasks. Deploying the blade is made easy with the design of the finger ‘flipper’. Made for style and utility. *7Cr17Mov is a Chinese steel GB standard martensitic stainless steel grade with a small amount of molybdenum (Mo) and vanadium (V), to improve hardness and wear resistance. Similar steels would be US AISI 440A in Japanese SUS 440A.
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KA-BAR TDI Law
Specs: blade length 2.3125”, overall is 5.625”; weight 6.4oz Details: Ka-Bar TDI developed as an extreme close quarter weapon, placing this fixed blade in a position as a ‘last option’ alternative. Designed for open or concealed carry. Has drop point blade with plain edge. (Available in serrated.) Comes with black glass filled nylon sheath. *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.
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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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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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Nitecore NTK10 Titanium Utility Knife
The Nitecore NTK10 Titanium Utility Knife is a multipurpose tool that is made from Aero grade Titanium alloy, and provides the user a retractable and replaceable razor sharp OLFA blade with a 30° angled cut, glass breaker, and bottle opener. The Nitecore titanium body has a lanyard hole for neck carry, and also comes with a detachable pocket clip. This small lightweight package offers both functionality and versatility. Weighing in at 2.38oz this knife will be your go-to companion when you need to cut through any material with ease or break out of your car window if you ever find yourself trapped inside after an accident. This knife is shaped like a Swiss army knife but with more functions such as the bottle opener and glass breaker. It also has a replaceable OLFA blade which can be used in various situations such as cutting rope or string, slicing open packages…
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Ontario Knife Rat-1 Knife
Specs: blade length 3.6”, overall open length 8.62”, closed 5”, 5.57oz Details: Ontario Knife Rat-1 is a quality tactical and survival knife that can withstand abuse in most any environment. It has a smooth action, solid lock up, and ergonomic handle. For the price, it’ll be a challenge to find a knife that compares to the performance of the Rat-1. It also has a four position pocket clip and dual thumb studs, that allows the wearer to customize it to their specific use and preferred carry method. *AUS 8 is a Japanese stainless steel (also produced in China) and is very similar to 440 but with more vanadium added to give additional hardness. AUS 8 is at the higher end of the medium quality steel and is favored for it’s cost effectiveness and corrosion resistance. Hardness is rated 57-59RC.
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Smith and Wesson Extreme Ops SWA24S
Dimensions: 7.1” (18 cm) overall length, with a blade length of 3.1” (7.9 cm) folding knife with clip point blade and aluminum handle. Weighs 3.5 ounces. Easy quick access with convenient pocket clip, finger flipper, and the ambidextrous thumb knobs. The partially serrated clip point blade is made of reliable 7Cr17MoV black oxide high carbon stainless steel with a black aluminum handle. Feel confident the blade will not slip with the security of the liner lock. Priced right and Ideal for all of your tactical, survival, and EDC needs. *Note about 7Cr17MoV Steel: a Chinese GB standard Martensitic stainless steel grade produced by adding a small amount of molybdenum (MO) and vanadium (V) to 7Cr17 to improve hardness and wear resistance, with similar steel grades being US AISI 440A and Japanese SUS 440A. The steel is good for wear resistance, has more than .5% carbon so it’s great for a…
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SOG Small Fixed Blade
Specs: 2.3” full tang blade; all around 4” x 1” x 8.5”; 3.8oz Details: SOG small fixed blade full tang blade made of 5Cr15Mov stainless steel, that can be carried in the belt, boot, neck, or anywhere else you prefer to have access to a fixed blade. This small SOG is able to handle various tasks and makes a great backup knife. It’s textured G10 handles give it a comfortable bite in the hand, and being so light and thin, it makes an ideal neck knife. *5Cr15Mov is the Chinese equivalent of the German X50CRMoV15 that is a very common kitchen blade steel, sometimes listed as AISI 440A, and usually hardened to 54 to 56 HRC. Very stain resistant.
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Spyderco Endura 4 – Lightweight Folder
Specs: 3.80”, closed length 4.98”, overall length 8.78”, 3.6oz, with 4 position clip Details: Now in it’s 4th generation, this offering from Spyderco gives you a broad range of variations for a wide variety of jobs and preferences. The Endura 4 has skeletonized stainless steel liners and its handles are injection molded fiberglass reinforced with bi-direction texturing for a secure grip. The VG-10 blade is corrosion resistant and an excellent cutlery quality stainless steel. It also gives you the option of a 4 position pocket clip: tip up, tip down, right or left handed. Blade comes in either plain, SpyderEdge (serrated), or combination of the two. *VG-10 is a cutlery grade stainless steel produced in Japan. (The “G” in VG stands for gold, meaning it’s the gold standard in cutlery steel.) It has 15% chromium, 1% molybdenum, 1% carbon, .2% vanadium and 1.5% cobalt.
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Spyderco Pacific Salt 2 – Lightweight Folder
Specs: 3.78”, overall length 8.72”, 2.88oz, with 4 position clip Details: Ultra corrosion resistant H-1 steel, designed with water in mind. This blade is ultra lightweight, similar to the Endura 4, has a fiberglass reinforced nylon handle with bidirectional texture pattern and a linerless handle back lock. This lightweight workhorse also gives you the option of a 4 position pocket clip: tip up, tip down, right or left handed. Blade comes in either plain or SpyderEdge (serrated). *H-1 Steel contains 16% chromium for edge retention and wear resistance, 8% nickel improves toughness, 4.5% silicone to improve strength, 2% manganese for increased hardness, 1.5% molybdenum for machinability and strength, .15% carbon improving hardness and wear/corrosion resistance, .1% nitrogen improves the strength and retention, .1% copper prevents surface oxidation, .04% phosphorus increases strength, .03% sulfur increases machinability. H1 steel is stainless steel with low carbon and high nickel composition, giving it a…
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Spyderco Tenacious w/ Black Stainless Steel Blade
Specs: Blade 3.39”, overall length 7.77”, weighs 8 ounces Details: This mid-sized Spyderco Tenacious has G-10 Laminate grips and skeletonized steel liners, an oversized round hole for easy thumb opening, the black stainless steel blade is leaf shaped and ground flat from the spine to cutting edge. Also has a Walker linerlock, and a four way pocket clip that offers a choice of carry preferences, tip down, tip up, right hand or left hand, all with screw together construction. *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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