One of my favorite parts of SHOT show is always the Kershaw booth. Kershaw and Zero Tolerance are both owned by KAI Group and international cutlery organization. As such, both as shown off in the Kershaw booth. We walk in, exchange pleasantries then down opens the hidden shelf … [Read more...]
Edge
Taking the guesswork out of obtaining a razor edge: Wicked Edge GO knife sharpener
There are many sharpening systems on the market that offer serviceable performance in the $100-or-less price range. What I found is that in the more effective $100-$200 price range, while still affordable for everyday knife enthusiasts, most systems have a large margin for error … [Read more...]
ASP Edge utility tool with handcuff key is an EDC all-star
Common everyday carry items include a wallet, keys, light, pistol and spare magazine, folding or fixed blade knife, and a variety of other items depending on the situation and person. One item that is becoming more common is a handcuff key. Small enough to be hidden in a pocket, … [Read more...]
Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker: the complete sharpening system
When I opened the package, I was initially a bit overwhelmed by the Spyderco Tri-Angle sharpening system – particularly by the detailed instructions – but I quickly learned it is really very simple to use. I think electric sharpeners and grinders are a great option but they can … [Read more...]
Spyderco Para 3 | Evolution of a Blade
When Spyderco released the Paramilitary model 2 (AKA the Para 2), it became a legend among knife enthusiasts, even making #1 on knifenews.com's top 25 list. The Para 3 that I've received is a refinement of that design, and scaled down a bit both for ease of carry and for … [Read more...]