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Editors note: Article originally published on Breach Bang Clear by Mad Duo. The Spyderco Civilian is one of those iconic tactical knives with a dark pedigree. In the 1990s, the bulk of Spyderco’s catalog included knives named for their intended use or user’s occupation: Police, Military, Worker Co Pilot, Mariner, etc. One of their models was […]
(Article originally published on Breach Bang Clear) Review – the Emerson Government Mule Timur Aleksandrovich Ernest Emerson and Emerson Knives are well known for their folders; after all, Ernie is credited with creating some of the very first tactical folders, way back in the 1980s. Much has been written about his blades, from the custom […]
With so many great knives out there to choose from, how do you pick the right one to use for survival? The decision can be tricky because there are many factors to consider. That’s why in this article, I’m going to review the Ontario Black Bird SK-5 and show you why it is a fantastic survival […]
The KnifeNews SHOT Show 2017 NewsFeed, brought to you by KnifeCenter.com, kicks off Tuesday at 2:30 PM EST. We’ll be bringing you live coverage as knife companies gather in Las Vegas to unveil their new for 2017 models. Many have already arrived on the Strip to begin setting up. There will be over 50 knife brands […]
Last week I briefly outlined the specific purpose of the fruit / paring knife as an improvised edged weapon. This video is about the training knife made by Zulu Bravo Kydex, as well as the Kydex sheath for the live blade. In preparation for this review, I purchased the following from Zulu Bravo: Live Victorinox […]
In an advance release exclusively for KnifeNews readers, KAI-USA Ltd. announced that it has collaborated with Gustavo T. Cecchini of GTC Knives on new for 2017 Zero Tolerance and Kershaw knives. According to the company three GTC designs, one Zero Tolerance knife and two Kershaws, will debut at SHOT Show next week. “It’s a real thrill to have […]
(Courtesy of Tactical Life) Wilson Combat teamed up with the man, the myth, the legend, master bladesmith Burt Foster on the all-new ‘Combat Classic’ fighter knife. This beauty comes with a hand-forged 7.5-inch blade, figured walnut handle and blued steel guard, ensuring that it’ll look great in your collection while also getting any tough chore done that you need it […]
There is a growing trend in concealed carry called the ‘dual weapon’ or ‘secondary weapon’ mindset, and it is growing with good reason. Considering the speed and simplicity of employment along with the reliability, carrying another weapon in the form of a fixed blade EDC along with your firearm is an extremely valid addition to your EDC kit. […]
While it can be said that elite soldiers have been sharpening their implements of war since the bronze age using whetstones. In the U.S. the first known written guidance from a Commander to his troops in keeping their implements of war ready at a moment’s notice, comes in 1757 from none other than Major Robert […]
When they put up their new 2017 calendars, many in the knife world breathed a sigh of relief. Election years are sometimes the most challenging for the industry. There were exceptions, but for most knife manufacturers and retailers five years of consecutive growth came to an abrupt end in 2016. Not only did a heated run for President steal knife buyers’ […]
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