Unlike some product categories — such as ski and snowboard gear — that have seasonal ebbs and flows in the number of products rolling out, the knife and EDC world is a continuously churning apparatus. That means we see exciting new items all the time, and of course, feel compelled to document them.
Looking to freshen up your carry, or simply check out notable news in the space? Bookmark this page and return regularly to track the latest and greatest knives, multitools, everyday carry gadgets and related paraphernalia.
Editor’s note: For new and notable drops going forward, check out our regularly updated 2024 guide.
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December

The James Brand 2023 Throwflake
For five years now, The James Brand has been making the Throwflake. Until this year, however, it was never available for purchase. The actually for sale 2023 edition — which is made from powder-coated steel and features six very real, very sharp points and a paracord lanyard — makes a great holiday gift.
Price: $39

Benchmade Freek Carbon Fiber
Thanks to an AXIS lock mechanism deploying a 3.6-inch drop point blade made of CPM-S90V super premium stainless steel, the Freek has always been excellent. Throw on a red thumb stud and carbon fiber scales and it’s even more so. It’s also sold out — but you can sign up to be notified if/when it returns.
Price: $350
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$350.00 (10% off)

Opinel Limited Edition Nature No.08
What could possibly make Opinel’s most popular knife even more compelling? Collaborations with three diverse artists (including Perrine Honoré, shown) on nature-inspired hornbeam handles, that’s what. Check them all out on Opinel’s site, then take your pick or grab a collection bundle.
Price: $49+

Huckberry X Gerber Terracraft Knife
Gerber’s Terracraft knife — with its S30V steel blade and Micarta handle — was already one of the brand’s best fixed blades. This one is all the more special, as it’s a Huckberry exclusive offered in a limited-edition black-and-olive colorway. And yes, it’s still made in the USA.
Price: $290

Case Roland Welker Caper
There’s more to survival expert Welker’s Micarta-handled Caper than meets the eye. The pommel is a striking tool, the lanyard hole can tote paracord, and in the right hands, the 4.13-inch modified spear point blade — made of 1095 carbon steel — can handle everything else. Sign up now to be the first to know when it’s back.
Price: $165

Discommon Goods The Wallet 3.0
Witness one of the best, most interesting EDC items from the past few years. Maybe it’s because it’s thin enough to be called a front-pocket wallet while still featuring upscale materials like nappe leather and micro suede. Maybe it’s because Discommon Goods keeps improving on it. Either way, the 3.0 is here.
Price: $110

Field Notes “Heartland” Edition
The brand itself calls this edition perhaps the “Field Notes-iest” release yet — probably because the covers evoke the agricultural and industrial vistas that inspired design legend Aaron Draplin to found the brand. Regardless, these pocket notebooks boast high-quality materials and an attention to detail only FN offers.
Price: $14.95

The KeySnap Multitool Keychain Carabiner
Made of titanium, this crowdfunded gem packs a surprising amount of functions into a typical keychain carabiner form factor: bottle opener, hex wrench, spoke wrench and hidden utility blade. An innovative spring design hooks easily on your belt loop, and it quick-releases your keys too.
Price: $49+
November

CRKT 5915 MinimalX Frame Lock
This unique-looking folder, designed by Darriel Caston of D Rocket Design, is a version of a knife made for and given to the crew of a SpaceX mission, lending it serious interstellar cred. If that plus a 12C27 steel blade and IKBS ball-bearing deployment don’t pique interest, you can always upgrade to the $225 Mbombo version, featuring Damascus steel.
Price: $60

WESN The Microblade 3.0
For the third time, WESN’s tiny, keychain-compatible frame lock folding knife has been redesigned — this time, with feedback taken from years of customer input. It now has a removable thumb stud, an improved pocket clip and a choil redesign. This knife is (continuing) proof that big things come in small packages.
Price: $89

Opinel Limited Edition No.08 Sampo
The No. 8’s popularity is well documented, but this new limited-edition Curly Birch handle takes things up a notch. It’s sustainably sourced from Finland, where extreme growing conditions cause the trees to twist, creating swirling patterns — and making every handle unique. Sign up to be notified when it’s available; it’ll sell out fast.
Price: $70

Benchmade Custom 940 Osborne
Designed by the legendary Warren Osborne, the 940 Osborne has been a Benchmade staple for over 20 years. Now you can customize it, choosing steels like S90V and Damascus, handles like G10 and titanium and more. No matter what, the 3.4-inch reverse tanto blade will get the job done.
Price: $250+

Leatherman ARC
Reliable sources have dubbed this superbly machined release “the most ambitious multi-tool Leatherman has ever produced.” No wonder: You get 20 different functions, highlighted by the first-ever MagnaCut steel blade in a multi-tool, bit drivers (with nine double-ended bits) and Leatherman’s groundbreaking FREE tech, which makes every tool accessible with one hand.
Price: $210

Thousand Crossbody Handlebar Bag
When your pockets simply aren’t enough to carry all the EDC gear you need on a given day, a crossbody bag is an excellent alternative. They’re still relatively small and secure yet can afford you a lot more storage. This new one from Thousand is made from water-repellent nylon and doubles as a handlebar bag, making it perfect for bike commuters.
Price: $49
October

CRKT Redemption Crossbar Lock
Inspired by the boot knives toted by Old West gamblers, this sleek, unique folder from CRKT, Hogue and master knifemaker Ken Onion features a high-end CPM-MagnaCut dagger-style blade, grippy G-10 handle scales and an ambidextrous crossbar lock that lets you flick the blade out, keeping card sharks honest.
Price: $225

Pro-Tech Dessert Warrior Godson
Another entry in the donut-inspired Dessert Warrior line, this release sees the playful pattern applied to a high-end automatic knife from one of the best names in the business. Channeling Italian stiletto knives, the Pro-Tech offering boasts a 154CM blade, aluminum handle scales and a push-button operation.
Price: $340
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$340.00 (12% off)

Benchmade TaggedOut Carbon Fiber
Taking cues from the popular Bugout, this TaggedOut treatment includes carbon fiber handles and (like the Redemption) CPM-MagnaCut steel, which blends strength, edge retention and corrosion resistance — and comes to life in a blaze orange 3.48-inch clip-point blade.

Vosteed Morel
As the name suggests, Vosteed’s second collaboration with custom knife maker Rob Saniscalchi is inspired by Adam Haritan’s mushroom-loving YouTube channel. Forage-friendly highlights include a 2.99-inch N690 steel sheepsfoot blade, crossbar lock, dual pocket carry positions and ergonomic aluminum scales.
Price: $99

Leatherman Adapt Kit
Sometimes, our pockets aren’t enough for our EDC gear and tools. That’s where Leatherman’s discreet, 14.4-ounce “EDC lunchbox” comes into play with weatherproof nylon and polyester construction, a handy silicone work tray and seven different pockets for conscientious equipment storage.
Price: $69.95

Ridge 8mm Silicone Ring
Already offering rings in hard materials like tungsten and titanium, Ridge expands to silicone for increased comfort and flexibility. You get two rings, a travel case and two future exchanges for the same ring (in a different size if you like), extending its life in case of loss, damage or dramatic weight change.
Price: $65

The James Brand The Burwell
TJB is well-known in the EDC space but usually for gorgeous, minimalist knives. However, the Burwell is further proof the brand’s expertise extends beyond blades. Crafted from sleek, machined 303 stainless steel, this buttery smooth classic clicker pen (only the brand’s second since 2016) uses the ever-popular G2-style refill cartridges, ensuring lifelong utility.
Price: $69
September

The James Brand The Wells
It was a long wait, but it’s finally here: The James Brand finally made a back flipper. And if that’s not enough, it’s machined entirely in the USA with a MagnaCut super-steel Wharncliffe blade, a subtle button-locking mechanism and a stainless steel caged ball-bearing deployment. This new release is probably going to sell out quickly, despite its relatively high price. It’s just that good.
Price: $425

CRKT Bot Assisted Deadbolt Lock Knife
Flavio Ikoma is somewhat of a legend in the EDC world. The knifemaker did, after all, design one of the best deployments on the market, the IKBS system. He also designed this gorgeous new knife with its Deadbolt lock, AUS-8 drop point blade, jade G-10 handle scales and (you guessed it) IKBS deployment.
Price: $130
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$130.00 (0% off)

Victorinox Venture Fixed-Blade Knife
It’s a little unusual to see a fixed blade from a brand that specializes in multi-tools. But that’s exactly what we’ve got in Victorinox’s sturdy, outdoor-ready Venture. This full-tang bushcraft knife has a versatile, high-quality steel, drop-point blade along with a grippy handle. It also has a spine and sheath made to help with starting fires — perfect for survival usage.
Price: $75

Gerber Ceviche 7″
We are hardly fillet experts, but this new release from Gerber still caught our (wall)eye. The 7.14-inch 5Cr stainless steel blade features Salt Rx-backed corrosion resistance, a microtextured grip handle and a vented sheath to keep it safe when it’s not prepping your next meal. Wanna go longer? There’s a 9.18-inch blade option ($30) as well.
Price: $25

Orbitkey Waxed Canvas Key Organiser
With capacity for 2-7 keys, plus car keys and fobs on the D-ring, Orbitkey’s organizers are a minimalist approach to keeping your unlocking implements neat and handy. What’s new here is the waxed canvas treatment — 100 percent BCI cotton adds a touch of class to your EDC.
Price: $39.90

The Ridge x Shogo Ota Wallet
Looking to add some flare to your Ridge? Customize your carry with your favorite color and striking animal-based linework by Shogo Ota, a PNW-based Japanese artist who has created majestic murals for the likes of the Seattle Kraken and Fjällräven. Festooning with a fish, dragon, rabbit or bug costs just $15 more.
Price: $110

Gerber Terracraft Micarta
With its unique yet ergonomic grip, versatile S30V steel drop point blade and well-balanced 9.1-inch length, Gerber’s Terracraft was already an exceptional bushcraft fixed blade. But the addition of a Micarta handle makes the whole thing even sweeter. And you can only get this one online through Gerber directly.
Price: $250
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$250.00 (97% off)
August

Gerber Assert
Gerber’s answer to the renowned Benchmade Bugout boasts a (nearly) 3-inch S30V steel blade, single-handed operation, a textured grip and a weight of less than two ounces. It’s slightly cheaper than the Bugout, too. Check out our pretty dang positive first impressions here.
Price: $175+

Benchmade Custom Mini Bugout
You can now customize the little bro of Benchmade’s standout EDC folder. Beyond myriad colors and materials, you can upload images to truly make yours one of a kind — and deploy that 2.82-inch, SV30 steel blade in style.
Price: $200+

Middleton Made Knives Mini ONA
The incomparable Quintin Middleton recently launched a smaller version of the popular ONA folding chef’s knife on Kickstarter, and it has already surpassed its funding goal. The 3.5-inch S35VN stainless steel blade looks great for cooking, camping, hunting and more.
Price: $120 (early bird)

The James Brand Artist Series: James° × Bryce Wong
This trippy skull-emblazoned Ellis is one of four TJB items to get the Bryce Wong treatment. The others are a t-shirt, a Mehlville dual-compartment carabiner and the coolest-looking Cambro Tray we’ve ever seen.
Price: $35+

Windeler Magnetic Multi Tools
With its modular, magnetic functionality making it possible to create the exact configuration of tools you need on the fly, Windeler has been disrupting the EDC space since 2020. A number of offerings are now available on Huckberry, but hurry, they sell out fast.
Price: $20+

Orbitkey Loop Keychain
The latest from the Melbourne, Australia-based brand is the perfect mix of form and function. Spare your fingers with this elegant key-toting solution, which features a quick-release lock you simply pull and rotate to add or subtract keys and micro accessories.
Price: $34.90
July

CRKT LCK + Liner Lock
CRKT has been on a bit of a tear lately, revamping some of its popular silhouettes into higher-end EDC knives. This go-around it’s Matthew Lerch’s LCK — now equipped with a CPM S35VN steel blade, shredded carbon fiber handle and IKBS ball-bearing deployment.
Price: $175

Kershaw Launch 16
The partially serrated tanto blade made of M4 steel, Trac-Tec handle inserts, oversized jimping and user-friendly finger choil are impressive. But what really stands out about the Launch 16 is how true it is to its name: at the push of a button, the blade deploys with force that can only be described as explosive.
Price: $149.95
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$249.99 (40% off)

Case Westline
We continue to be impressed with Case’s Modern EDC collection, a bold departure from its bevy of more traditional offerings. Available in four colors, this lively 4.5-ounce flipper boasts a lightweight anodized aluminum handle, 3.2-inch S35VN drop point blade, reversible pocket clip and liner lock.
Price: $159.99

Gerber Camp Setup Kit
This handy collection makes it easy to set up/take down a tent, prep firewood and stoke a blaze for cooking, warmth and general campfire camaraderie. The package deal saves you money too — it costs $20 less than buying the Pack Hatchet, Fire Starter and Stake-Out multi-tool individually.
Price: $100

The James Brand The Kline
Normally, a simple pallet swap wouldn’t necessarily be newsworthy, but when it’s TJB’s The Kline — one of the brand’s finest American-made knives — we tend to take notice. It helps, too, that this knife benefits from a Magnacut blade, Micarta scales, a slide lock and so much more.
Price: $369
June

Craighill The Coachwhip Carabiner
Named after the snake that inspired its serpentine shape, Craighill’s latest keychain-adjacent release is a dual-gated carabiner designed to keep your keys accessible when you need them and secure when you don’t. It also comes in steel, brass and black finishes, so you can pick the one that matches your style best.
Price: $44

Benchmade 290BK Full Immunity
Designed specifically to meet blade length restrictions in many places, Benchmade’s tough-looking 290BK Full Immunity has a sub-2.5-inch CPM M4 Wharncliffe blade mated to aluminum handle scales equipped with the brand’s rock-solid AXIS lock. If you need a tiny knife that can stand up to full-sized punishment, this one’s for you.
Price: $270

Vosteed Nightshade TS
Founded in Guangzhou, China in 2021, Vosteed is steadily making a name for itself in the knife world. This affordable, eye-catching folder features a fat, leaf-shaped V-Nitro blade ideal for EDC, food prep and more. You get your choice of Micarta or G10 handles, plus a smooth thumbstud opening mechanism (hence the TS) and a sturdy liner lock.
Price: $69

Kershaw Hatch
This cleaver-style knife combines form and function with some winning features, including a tough D2 blade, deployed via a thumb stud and steadied with a mid-lock. A handle made of glass-filled nylon buttressed by steel liners ups the durability, while a reversible deep-carry pocket clip keeps the Hatch at the ready whenever you need it.
Price: $71.99 $44.95
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$71.99 (38% off)

CRKT Monument
Lauded knife designer Michael Walker actually used to be a jeweler, and this upscale, high-end folder illustrates his prowess. It’s available in two versions — one with Böhler M390 blade steel and a blue inlay handle, and another with a Damasteel blade and a silver inlay handle — but both have titanium handle scales, IKBS ball-bearing systems and low-profile pocket clips.
Price: $275-$500

CRKT Hirin
Looking like something ripped straight out of science fiction, CRKT’s Italian-made Hirin boasts a lightweight skeletonized design that’s elevated by the use of Super Dense Twist Damasteel for the blade and pocket clip and titanium for the handle. And while it is probably excessively expensive, it’s definitely one of the most unique folding knives we’ve seen in a long time.
Price: $500

Gerber Custom Artist Series: Jess Mudgett
Pining for one-of-a-kind blade? Portland-based artist Jess Mudgett has created 14 adventurous new illustrations that can be applied to a number of different Gerber knives. Use the brand’s interactive online tool to design a unique EDC essential that doubles as a conversation piece every time you pull it out.
Price: $200+

Opinel No.10 Corkscrew Stainless Steel Folding Knife with Bottle Opener
With its reliable slicing and wine bottle-opening capabilities, the No.10 Corkscrew knife was already great for picnics. Now Opinel has taken it to the next-level by adding a clever beer bottle opener to the end of the handle. This one sold out fast but you can sign up to be notified when there’s a restock.
Price: $38

Orbitkey Clip Mini
While most keychain carabiners are pretty adept at getting your keys out of your pocket and secured to, say, a belt loop or bag, they can get pretty bulky. Orbitkey sidesteps the issue with the Clip Mini, the brand’s slimmest and most minimal carabiner to date. Of course, it still has the same reliable gate, quick and secure Quick-Snap Lock System and top-notch styling as its larger brethren.
Price: $29.90