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Knives & Tools
Newcomer KC Designs Taps CAD to Create Digital Knives
Though none of his models have ever been produced, Kyle Chumchal of KC Designs is already making a name for himself as a knife designer. After only 10 months teaching himself Computer-Aided Design (CAD), the 20 year-old Texan can draft up a new knife in under two hours. Chumchal’s work has gained a healthy following on […]
MNKF: TOPS CSAR-T Buck
(Originally published on Breach Bang Clear) Monday Night Knife Fights: TOPS CSAR-T Buck Matt Stagliano To many, it’s not new or revolutionary. It’s a buck knife. However TOPS released the Buck CSAR-T (Combat Search and Rescue Tool) a few years back to address that small portion of outdoorsman and non-operational tactical operators that need just […]
First Look at Ruger Knives Hollow-Point by CRKT
CRKT’s Ruger line barrels into 2017 with the announcement of the Ken Onion-designed Hollow-Point. This is CRKT collaborator Onion’s first Ruger design, and foreshadows plans the company has in store for its gun-knife crossover brand in 2017. The Hollow-Point will be available in three different sizes: a Compact (2.75” blade), Regular (3.17”), and +P (3.6”) version. Onion drew up an unusual […]
Watch: Carbon Fiber Ventilator Pen
Looking for an improvised ‘ditch’ weapon to carry in areas where you cannot take your concealed carry pistol or edged weapon? Take a look at the extremely concealable ventilator pen. You can also make crude ventilator pen from a store bought pen. Just remove the ink cartridge and file down the tip to roughly a […]
The Incredible Story of SNECX Tan and His High-Tech IFS-20
A 30 year-old man who goes by the name SNECX Tan got the knife world’s attention after he released video footage of the IFS-20, a truly high-tech custom knife. Inspired by firearm design, the IFS-20 is put together – and stays together – without a single screw. This may sound like the ambitious project of a seasoned […]
Eyes On EDC: The Tops Knives Fiel
(Article originally published on Breach Bang Clear) An EDC Small Fixed Blade Knife (SFBK) for Everyone’s Inner Barbarian Jeremy Stafford One of the very coolest things about working for Breach Bang Clear is that occasionally, interesting things show up unsolicited to your doorstep. One of the worst things about working for Breach Bang Clear is […]
7 Last-Minute Gift Ideas Under $50
Christmas is just around the corner, but many of us are still scrambling to find the perfect gift for all the people on our list. If you’re not one to plan ahead, we’ve assembled seven blade-related gift ideas, all under $50 that can still make it to your door in time for the big day. Not only are […]
First Look at Cold Steel Golden Eye With New HTR™ Opening Mechanism
In an exclusive sneak peek for KnifeNews readers, Cold Steel has revealed the new Andrew Demko-designed Golden Eye, which will be included in the company’s 2017 catalog. Although the company hasn’t disclosed the final specifications, the all-purpose EDC will feature a never before seen opening mechanism that combines a hole cut out and thumb ramp. […]
Thinking of Carrying a Back-up Knife? Here are 5 Things You Need to Know
#1. When in Scared Company Snapping open a 3.5″ tactical folder to open mail at your desk may not go over well with coworkers, not to mention the HR department. In some circles, you might as well have drawn a sword – which is why a second knife can have real purpose. A small utility […]
