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Here we recommend products that we’ve reviewed and we determine to be of excellent quality and value for your money.

Fallkniven A1 Review

Posted on March 13, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

When one thinks of the ultimate in survival knives, one would think of the . The beautifully-designed A1 brings together ergonomics, outstanding technical design, and economy. The A1 exceeds international standards for personal security, value, and strength. The all-purpose semi-large knife is great for heavy-duty uses. The blade is made of extremely hard and laminated…

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Presto 8810 knife sharpener

Best Electric Knife Sharpener

Posted on March 13, 2021April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

Okay, let’s be a little more specific here!  What I mean is that the Presto 8810 is, in my opinion, the best electric knife sharpener value given the price.  It’s less than $50, but if you’d like to spend a few hundred bucks on a sharpener, you could get an even better one!  Make sense? …

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Kershaw Lonerock Folding Drop Point Review

Posted on March 13, 2021April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

Given the size of the (which is substantially bigger than its non-folding counterpart), it would definitely not be considered an EDC knife, and its lack of clip would attest to the fact that it was never meant to be such a knife.  The spine of the blade throughout its length (until the last 3/4 inches near…

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Best survival knives

Top 5 Survival Knives!

Posted on March 9, 2021May 25, 2022 by Jeffrey

You are out in the woods alone, (this is not advised) and you have nothing but your survival knife to assist you with all of your basic needs to survive.  You build a shelter, start a fire and kill a deer to eat.  The next morning you hike out and find civilization once again. Then…

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Microtech Ultratech D/E OTF Knife is the best OTF knife

Choosing The Best OTF Knife [TOP 9 Picks]: Single and Double-Action Deployment

Posted on March 3, 2021August 27, 2022 by Jeffrey

Out-the-front (OTF) knives are incredibly fast to deploy and retract. The best OTF knife can be your greatest help in self-defense when fending off an attacker thanks to the quick blade deployment. These knives have also proven to be invaluable in emergencies for first responders. The choice of out-the-front knives is huge and not everyone…

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0301 Stockman Pocket Knife

Posted on March 3, 2021May 20, 2021 by Jeffrey

The is a pocket knife that is manufactured by Buck.  Buck is a company that was started in the United States; the first Buck knife was officially made in 1902.  In the beginnings of Buck, every knife was made by hand, carefully crafted. The first Buck knife shop was opened in 1945.  It was a…

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The Best Brands of Folding Knives

Posted on February 25, 2021July 29, 2021 by Jeffrey

Probably more than any other industry where product brands compete against each other, I believe the knife industry has the highest number of really high-end brands that offer stellar quality.  There are literally hundreds of brands and you can see just a partial list to give you an idea HERE.  You know if a company…

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Cold Steel Recon 1 Spear Point Review

Posted on February 24, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

The is a folding knife with 2’’, 3’’, and 4’’ inch spear point blades. Like all other Cold Steel knives, it is made of the highest quality materials and it is manufactured using cutting-edge technology, proprietary procedures, and rigorous quality control and testing. Below is a detailed review of the Cold Steel Recon 1 and…

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Cold Steel Pendleton Review

Posted on February 21, 2021May 19, 2021 by Jeffrey

Bigger knives are not necessarily better (Sorry, Crocodile Dundee.). This fact is proven by this review. These knives are Cold Steel’s attempt at copying the kinds of knives that master knife maker Lloyd Pendleton made. Although these knives may be on the short side (The blade is just 3 ½ inches long.), they are made…

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SOG Field Pup II Review

Posted on February 20, 2021April 7, 2023 by Jeffrey

PLEASE note the Field Pup II is NEARLY discontinued, and while it was a good knife, we may no longer have access to it other than 2nd hand. You can try to see if it’s still available by clicking . However, the good news is that we do recommend another very sharp-looking (play on words…

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We’re a team of outdoor enthusiasts and gear experts passionate about knives, survival, and adventure. From blade reviews to outdoor tips, we share hands-on knowledge to inspire and equip fellow adventurers.

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