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7 Pocket Knife Designers Every EDC Enthusiast Should Know
These designers ushered in a new era in the evolution of the pocket knife.
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OutdoorsWhy This Pocket Knife Design Is More Durable Than a Typical Folder
It isn't the blade that makes this rare type of pocket knife cutting edge.
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OutdoorsWhy You Don’t See Many EDC Knives with This Handy Survival Feature
Cord can be invaluable in the backcountry. So why don't more folders have it?
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OutdoorsThe Best Axes and Hatchets for Camping and Survival
From a full-length axe that’ll make quick work of cordwood to a simple hatchet that you can stash in your backpack.
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OutdoorsThis Is the OG Pocket Knife That Abe Lincoln Would Have Carried
"It was sort of like the first everyday carry knife."
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OutdoorsWhy You Should Never Buy This “Innovative” Type of Jacket
It may seem like smart design and a great deal — but it isn’t.
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OutdoorsThis Is What You Get When Aerospace Engineers Design a Pocket Knife
Straightforward tasks call for simple tools. But simple can always be better.
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OutdoorsThis Underrated Pocket Knife Design Is a Clever Way to Skirt Carry Laws
This type of pocket knife doesn't get enough attention. Maybe that's the point.
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OutdoorsIt’s About Time You Learned the Right Way Swing an Axe
Master the physical alchemy of turning one piece of wood into two.
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OutdoorsDown vs Synthetic Insulation: Read This Before You Buy a Winter Coat
Most puffy jackets look the same. But it's what's inside that really counts.
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Outdoors10 Vintage Camping and Outdoor Brands That Deserve More Credit Today
Their logos no longer adorn backpacks, jackets or tents but their impact lives on in the gear we use today.
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OutdoorsDid You Know That Some Toothpicks Have a Hidden Feature?
Toothpicks are among the most straightforward of everyday items, but even they have functions hiding in plain sight.
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OutdoorsThis Prized Pocket-Knife Steel Carries Ancient Secrets
Damascus steel is now fairly common in modern pocket and kitchen knives. But we may never know how modern interpretations match up to history.
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OutdoorsNever Go Camping Without an AirTag. This Is Why
While you may escape to the outdoors to get away from your tech, you still might want to consider packing an AirTag.
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OutdoorsThe Case Against Waterproof Hiking Boots: 3 Reasons to Think Twice Before Your Next Camping Trip
Many hiking boots come equipped with waterproof liners from Gore-Tex and others. Are they necessary?
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Outdoors5 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know a Swiss Army Knife Can Do
The world's most iconic pocket knife isn't as simple as you think.
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OutdoorsThe 9 Best Camping Coffee Makers of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
A proper outdoor adventure involves temporary abstinence from a lot of everyday habits. Drinking coffee isn't one of them.
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OutdoorsThis Tiny Keychain Knife Changed the Way I Think About Pocket Knives
The best knife is the one you have on you.
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OutdoorsThe Best Mini Multi-Tools for Compact Carry, Tested and Reviewed
When big, clunky multi-tools don’t make sense, reach for one of these compact versions.
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OutdoorsThis Knife Spec Is Everywhere Now. But What Does It Actually Mean?
A growing, unofficial category of pocket knives is anything but run-of-the-mill.