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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.

CRKT M21 Aluminum Folder Review

Posted on April 9, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

The CRKT M21 Aluminum Folder was designed as a variation to the highly popular Kit Carson Big Dog Deep Bellied. The design looks more simplistic, but it is nevertheless purpose-driven and custom-made. This review will discuss the several aspects of this knife.

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OKC Hunt Plus Camp Knife

Posted on April 8, 2021July 28, 2021 by Jeffrey

As I walked through the old front door of the more-than-100-year-old building off the beaten path in the tiny town of Franklinville, NY, I was immediately struck by the sheer quantity of knives hanging on display.  The Ontario Knife Company had an incredibly diverse and nearly awe-inspiring display of knives on every wall.  I scarcely…

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SOG Seal Team Elite Survival Knife – Review

Posted on April 7, 2021July 28, 2021 by Jeffrey

The SOG Seal Team Elite is a bada$$-looking knife that just makes me want to play with it like a schoolboy and fidget spinner (yes, they were popular in 2017 and 2018 okay!?).  It’s a survival knife made by an iconic knife brand in Seattle, WA and it’s designed with undertones of “Bowie” in its…

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Spyderco Bushcraft G-10 Review

Posted on April 5, 2021July 28, 2021 by Jeffrey

Fortunately, there are REALLY good alternatives that may be even better than the G-10 at a better price! Our best recommendation for a Bushcraft G-10 alternative is the TOPS Knives B.O.B. (Brothers of Bushcraft) Fieldcraft B.O.B. Hunter. The is a knife specifically designed for outdoor use. The knife is of portable size and ideal for…

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Spyderco Kapara Review

Posted on March 31, 2021July 28, 2021 by Jeffrey

First Thoughts Check On BladeHQ 2018 has been filled with lots of activity in the knife industry, and one of the events is the release of Spyderco’s newest models called the Kapara.  A part-time knifemaker from Australia has recently caught the attention of Spyderco execs and as a result, knifemaker Alistair Phillips is Spyderco’s newest collaborator/designer….

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Best Assisted Opening Knives

Posted on March 29, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

An assisted opening knife can be defined as a folding knife that has an internal mechanism used to finish or complete the process of opening the blade after it has been partially opened from a closed position by the user through a thumb stud or flipper attached to the blade.

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Fallkniven Pilot Survival Knife Review

Posted on March 21, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

The has the honor of being Fallkniven’s very first knife. The company had taken eight years to develop this knife and its many variants (F1 Black and F1/3G). Since 1995, the Swedish Air Force has been using this knife as a survival tool. The F1 is tremendously versatile as well as handy. The pleasant and…

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Cold Steel Master Tanto Review

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

The tanto was originally a short dagger or knife used by the ancient samurai class from Japan and it was primarily used for stabbing through an enemy’s thick armor during close combat. There is now a modern equivalent of this feudal-era weapon, the Cold Steel Master Tanto, which retains almost all of the design aspects…

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Benchmade 556 Mini Griptilian (Unbiased Review)

Posted on March 20, 2021July 27, 2021 by Jeffrey

Put simply, this is one of the best and most popular EDC (“Every day carry”) knives on the market.  It has become popular among knife enthusiasts for its smaller size, ability to hold an edge, and excellent strength.  Perhaps its biggest weakness is its somewhat “cheap” feel in the hand, but it’s tough to argue…

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Fiskars X7 Hatchet Review

Posted on March 15, 2021May 19, 2021 by Jeffrey

When you are in the woods or at home there is always a need for a little multi-purpose hatchet.  Hatchets are great for chopping smaller pieces of wood, as well as prepping kindling.  The is a great hatchet for an even better price on Amazon. Durability Fiskars built this hatchet to be durable.   It…

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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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