
The 10 Best Fixed-Blade Knives Available
From cutting wood to skinning critters, these blades are tough enough to rough it.
From cutting wood to skinning critters, these blades are tough enough to rough it.
By Sean Tirman, Hayley Helms, and Tanner Bowden
The only thing cooler than the look of a tanto blade is the history. We dive into all the details of this impressive and divisive blade.
By Tanner Bowden and Hayley Helms
Can a utility knife also be a beautiful heirloom piece? Ship John makes a convincing argument.
By Sean Tirman
CRK is one of the most significant EDC knife brands in the world; here's everything you need to know about it.
By Sean Tirman
If you're looking to maximize your EDC capabilities while keeping your carry to a minimum, this little dynamo looks like a winner.
By Sean Tirman
The most useful tool for travel is the one that doesn't get confiscated at security.
By Hayley Helms
The CRKT Padawan, designed by Pedro Buzetti, features quality materials, an approachable price point and a captivating design.
By Hayley Helms
You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get a quality everyday carry cutting tool.
By Sean Tirman
Thanks to its versatility, hard-wearing nature and approachable pricepoint, D2 steel comes standard in many popular knives. Here are some of our favorites.
By Hayley Helms
The apex predators of the EDC world boast the highest quality materials, craftsmanship and so much more.
By Sean Tirman
Is 2024 finally when this humble class of function-first cutting tools gets its due? It just might be.
By Sean Tirman
In the whimsical world of custom knifemaking, Kaila Cumings is a rising star.
By Hayley Helms
Bob Terzuola, a longtime mastersmith and highly influential designer, was finally inducted into the Cutlery Hall of Fame in 2023.
By Sean Tirman
A shrunken-down, even more discreet version of one of Vosteed's best EDC knives hits the market.
By Sean Tirman
An heirloom-worthy knife with 60 years of significant history gets a modern makeover.
By Sean Tirman
The USA-made Gerber Assert is light and strong enough to be used for everyday carry as well as outdoor adventure.
By Hayley Helms
A glimpse at the catalog of one of the most recognizable and influential brands in the knifemaking world.
By Hayley Helms and Sean Tirman
TJB is known for modern minimalist everyday carry — we got hands-on with the brand's Wells to see if the secret sauce remains intact.
By Sean Tirman
It's tiny enough to fit in the palm of your hand, but has enough functionality for a knife twice its size.
By Sean Tirman
It's non-metallic, non-magnetic and still boasts superb edge retention and durability.
By Sean Tirman