As we approach the holiday season, we at the Loadout Room would like to make your shopping a little easier for you. In this article, we are going to cover everyday carry items that would make great stocking stuffers for Christmas. We have reviewed many products over the past year and would like to highlight […]
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Gerber Outrigger: Designed to be your reliable daily carry knife
In the past several years, Gerber has seemed to redefine themselves with a growing line of products. This is a good thing for consumers that enjoy different products for a wide variety of uses. The Gerber Outrigger is a line of folding knives that are available in various sizes and styles. Under review is the […]
Kershaw Vedder Folding Knife: Distinctive looks and top function
I have to admit, my collection of knives has easily doubled in the past year. I never really carried a knife on my person when I was out and about, but that changed after I got my hands on an excellent Kershaw product. I wrote about the Kershaw Link not too long ago and I […]
Spyderco Para 3 | A worthy compact EDC knife
One of the most popular and recognizable knives from Spyderco is their Para Military 2. Nearly a decade has passed since its first release, but the PM2 remains as popular as ever. It is because of its popularity that Spyderco released their Para 3, a new but reminiscent variant of the PM2 and the Military […]
Canada Border Services Agency Seizing One-Handed Opening Pocket Knives
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has sent shock waves through the knife community after it announced that its interpretation of a ‘prohibited weapon’ had changed to include most everyday folding pocket knives. The organization points to a November ruling by the Canadian International Trade Tribunal(CITT) which denied an appeal (AP-2017-012) to reclaim an imported shipment of seized Kershaw Skyline knives. The tribunal determined […]
Gerber Instant assisted opening knife | When Trouble Calls Be Ready!
Gerber Knives have been around since the early 90’s and have a proven track record. I personally carried a Gerber folding knife during my enlisted years in the Marine Corps. The knife was always there and never failed me. I used it for everything from opening up that favorite MRE to prying open ammunition crates. […]
Gerber Edict folding knife (Green)
Gerber has released the evolution to their successful Edict knife, which featured a tanto blade and black ceramic coating to minimize reflective surfaces. The Edict was marketed for soldiers and first responders. The new Edict is designed for the role of everyday carry, and it fills that role nicely. This version of the Edict is […]
Tactical Folding Knives | Sub 4″
I find knives extremely useful across different activities. They are cutting, prying and punching tools. They are also weapons, not just as last resort but sometimes they are the only weapon that can work (heck, I was lucky I had my knife with me few years ago, I had to use it to save my […]
Preferred Methods for Opening Folding Knives
I get asked about waved features on folding knives. Personally I’d rather have a wide thumb stud and practice a redundancy in the form of an inertial flick to open it; It’s fast… Every design is different. Find what works for you and stick to it. The more you change your carry option and method […]
MNKF: Big Assed Folding Knives
Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Big Folding Knives Patrick Vuong Our EDC gear tends to be as compact and discreet as possible. But every once in a while, we like to get our gigantism on. Whether it’s an iPhone 7 Plus in your pants or a Ford Super Duty in the garage, having big powerful […]