Knives

Spartan Blades has introduced two new special editions of the award-winning Spartan-Harsey Folder, each paying tribute to America’s long gunners - the snipers whose precision and discipline have shaped modern warfare. These knives are designed not only as tools but as symbols of service, heritage, and the quiet professionalism of those who have stood the watch.

Photo Of The Day: SIG Shorts, in collaboration with Montana Knife Company, releases a limited-edition package featuring a SIG Custom Works 1911X and an MKC Wargoat knife, both with a Damascus pattern Cerakote finish. The 1911X includes an optics-ready slide, a single-action trigger, XRAY3 day/night sights, and G10 grips.

I think it’s pretty obvious why this one is named as it is. The Fat Butcher from Backup Tactical and legendary bladesmith Andre Devillers have just been announced as the second official OTF release in their combined knife line. Some of you will remember that the Stinger OTF was released just about a year ago, and I was actually very impressed with the build quality, reliability, and the styling of the knife. The Fat Butcher adds a whole new dimension to the blade style and even one or two other tricks that might make it worth picking up for the hardcore blade collector.

Staccato has collaborated with Stroup Knives on the MK2 fixed blade knife, which is manufactured in the USA. The blade is made from 1095 high-carbon steel, measures 4.5 inches in length, and contributes to an overall knife length of 9.5 inches. This model includes Staccato-specific branding and G10 handle scales. It comes equipped with a Kydex sheath and is intended for applications such as range use, field operations, everyday carry, or heavy-duty tasks.

I like Proof Research’s carbon fibre barrels (I have one on order for a DMR build) and I like Microtech’s knives. Here those two brands are combined, and it should be no surprise that I like this knife too. These images are also perfect for TFB’s Photo Of The Day.

SIG SAUER has partnered with EIKONIC Knife Company to release a new line of knives aimed at SIG’s core audience. Designed for both everyday carry and tactical use, these knives are said to reflect EIKONIC’s attention to detail and practical design approach.

The fact that Heckler & Koch is celebrating 75 years may have escaped some, but their HK 75th Anniversary Limited Edition Knife is now available for everyone. In short, it features a hand-forged Damascus steel blade from Böker, with each knife individually engraved and numbered from 1 to 75. Only 75 of these knives will ever be made (I wonder where they got that number from?).

Photo Of The Day - I have a few more hobbies, but I’d probably be just alright if it was limited to knives and firearms only. The Crewman made by Toor Knives is the newest addition to their Frontline Series, and it’s available from $295. This may sound expensive for a knife, but I kind of like it and I would for sure choose the Omaha Tan (pictured) over Bomber Black.

EOTECH has partnered with Tekto, a knife manufacturer known for crafting knives designed for demanding tasks, to create the limited-edition F1 Alpha EOTECH Edition. This knife combines durable materials with a functional design, reflecting the qualities both brands are known for.

We don’t do Tomahawks or knives very often in our Photo Of The Day, but the ToorKnives F13 Tommy Tomahawk seems worthy of an exception. A tomahawk can be a versatile tool for everyday carry (EDC), especially for outdoor enthusiasts and survivalists. Its lightweight design makes it easy to pack or strap to a bag. It can serve multiple purposes, including chopping wood, clearing brush, or prying in emergency situations. I try to keep an axe (with a more traditional look) in my car at all times - at least it’s more compact than a chainsaw!

OTF (Out-The-Front) blades are insanely popular these days. While there are tons of low-quality, Chinese-made knockoff OTFs out there, one of my favorite Florida men, Jason Bayne, the owner of Backup Tactical, teamed up with knifemaker Andre De Villers to create the new, American-made Stinger OTF knife. Not only is the Stinger 100% American-machined and assembled, but it also boasts higher-quality steel, precision hand-fit assembly, and is available in four blade styles and four anodized finishes. Jayson was kind enough to send out a knife for me to check out and today we’ll compare it with what I already know about OTF blades to see how this one stacks up as a daily carry knife.

Years ago we did a Photo Of The Day with Winkler Knives, so with regards to the great quality of their product images it’s only fair to run one again. The EDC above is probably too hardcore for the local legislation where I live, with a SIG Sauer pistol, two push daggers and some mace. But I’d probably get away with the Multitasker Tool, a flashlight and the lighter, until they ban those as well for no good reason.

The New SOG Provider FX is the latest offering from SOG Knives in the fixed blade category. The Provider FX offers a balance of durability, sleek design, and overall size to give you a knife that can handle camping duty, self-defense, or even help you start processing your filled tags this fall. The new blade features a 3.75-inch 154CM steel blade for a balance of corrosion resistance, blade hardness, and ease of sharpening.

When Springfield released their two new long-barreled Hellions, they posted on their own blog a review of these rifles. In that review, the writer mentioned and showed pictures of a Hellion bayonet for the 20″ barreled Springfield Hellion. Well, it is available now.

The year 2020 not only brought us the Covid pandemic and unprecedented instability, but it also graced us with the ever-divisive Kukrax, a kukri-axe hybrid. Last year Pearson Industries, the company behind it, announced a couple of more traditional knives, and now they are finally available, as Kukrax Wildland Knives.

As with all other things, a high-quality knife usually comes with a high price tag. Your sub-$30 Big 5 sale knife will still cut, but not as sharply as the corners cut when it comes to durability, steel quality, and handle materials. Cold Steel has been a big name in the knife world for a long time, and their trusted name garners prices of at least a bill. To make their knives more attainable, or at least make you cry less when you beat them up, Cold Steel has introduced their Pro Lite series, made up of three new folders.

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TFB Visits Varusteleka Finland – Europe’s Largest Army, Surplus & Outdoor Shop (according to them). Go to Suomi (Finland) they said. It will be fun, they said. Well, there I was in the middle of the Winter. Of course, it snowed, and it was freezing cold. Luckily I got a ride from a local friend in a posh car, with four-wheel drive and heated seats.

Redi-Edge, a manufacturer of knife sharpeners, has introduced an M-LOK compatible knife sharpening tool called Redi-Lok. This gadget can be attached to an M-LOK slot allowing you to sharpen your knives right on your weapon! Why would anyone need a knife sharpener on their gun? Let’s see if we can find the answer in the company’s description of this product.

Cold Steel has just announced the addition of a new lightweight and affordable EDC folder line of knives. The new Verdict series of EDC folders feature several different color variations of the GFN handle, a 3-inch stainless steel blade, and the Cold Steel Tri-Ad lock system. In addition to these standard features, the Verdict will be available in several different popular point styles – all without serrations.

Langdon Tactical Technology is proud to announce a partnership with ShivWorks to offer Ernest Langdon’s personal choice for EDC knives – the ShivWorks Clinch Pick 2.0. The Clinch Pick 2.0 features a 2-5/8″ blade with a single edge made from very corrosion-resistant steel that can also hold an edge well throughout various daily cutting tasks. The Clinch Pick 2.0 will also be made available with or without a matching training blade for getting your practice.

Fans of our YouTube channel will know that several TFB staff including TFBTV Executive Producer James Reeves often carry the Amtac Gear Northman fixed EDC blade. Amtac is well known for making some best flat ground cutting tools suitable for everything from opening boxes to defending yourself in a situation where a gun might not be the best choice. The new NorthmanX isn’t available yet but Amtac Blades has released a teaser for the new blade which should start shipping sometime in November of this year.

Zero Tolerance makes some of my favorite blades. With everything from more affordable pocket-sized EDC folders to some of their more expensive flippers and assisted open knives, the Zero Tolerance name is well known within the tactical and blade community for its high-quality knives featuring great designs and legendary aesthetics. Zero Tolerance has just announced their latest offering in their Factory Special Series with the release of the 0460RDBW trailing point blade.

Cold Steel has just announced the release of a new and limited edition folding blade bearing the name and signature of Cold Steel Chief Instructor and President Lynn Thompson. The new Spartan Folder blade is a 4.5″ stainless steel fully serrated blade that takes elements from popular blade designs like the Kukri and is combined with a full-sized grip, and quality knife steel to provide collectors and knife nerds with a functional and collectible folding blade.

Ed Brown has introduced the new First Responder Tool. The 3.5-inch sheepsfoot blade comes slightly serrated and is secured by an ABLE lock, enabling a quick and simple deployment. There is a strap cutter blade that can be deployed with one thumb as well as a glass breaker. It also features a reversible deep pocket clip that allows tip-up carry.

Do you collect knives? Or just happen to have a bunch of them? The famous knife company Böker from the German City of Blades (Solingen) together with Holme & Hadfield have made The Armory Knife Display, an “armory” to store and display your loved pieces of metal.

Cold Steel is proud to announce the addition of two new blade styles to their Trapper family of folding knives. The new Tanto and Drop Point blades will feature the same overall design as the original AD-10 but will have a more affordable price, and slightly less exotic construction materials, giving you a better balance for a hard-use daily carry knife.

Here at TFB, we like to keep up to date on blades almost as much as we do firearms. True Utility is normally specializes in multi-functional tools that fit in your pocket making them easy to add to your EDC setup. Their latest product is the new Mycro Utility Knife featuring a 1.5″ Wharncliffe blade, a unique ergonomic G10 handle design, and a PA66 Nylon multi-position carry sheath.

Announced earlier this year at SHOT Show 2022, Benchmade’s new 430BK Redoubt full-size knives are finally on sale and shipping to customers and distributors. Intended primarily as an outdoor/survival knife, the full-size folding blades feature CMP-D2 (60-62 HRC) blade steel and a durable steel handle. Benchmade also markets this knife as a good option for self-defense.

Fällkniven AB is a family-owned company from northern Sweden, located close to the arctic circle. The name means “folding knife” and the business was founded in 1984. In 1987 they started developing their own knives. Their G1 Garm Fighter knife was first released in 2001 and sold until the end of 2015. The company is now reintroducing this knife.