Kershaw Reverb XL Folding Knife Review
Kershaw Reverb XL Increases Size, Shows Off Attractive Curves The Kershaw Reverb XL folding knife is a followup to the original Reverb with some extra size. This update is more than just a simple upsized clone, though. Pros Excellent value (~$30 online) Attractively subdued color combination Excellent slicing and piercing blade design Carabiner clip makes […]
Zero Tolerance 0223 Review: Military Inspiration for Every Day Carry
Zero Tolerance 0223 Blends Classic Military Style with Premium Modern Materials The Zero Tolerance 0223 is a military-inspired design from Tim Galyean. It’s a large EDC made from premium materials right here in the USA over in Tualatin, Oregon. Pros CPM 20CV blade steel with DLC coating Titanium handle with DLC coating and G10 overlay […]
Leatherman Free Collection Adds K Series
“Leatherman” has become synonymous with multitools over its 35-year history. But recently, the company has launched into some new territory. The Leatherman Free Collection is a new series of multitools designed for easier accessibility and a sleeker feel. The Leatherman Free Collection features a first-of-its-kind magnetic architecture that makes it easier to open, use, and […]
Gerber Fastball S30V Folding Knife
Gerber Fastball Features Made in the USA Quality I’ve been carrying the Gerber Fastball folder for a while now and I’m impressed with this Made in the USA folder’s function and quality. There’s plenty to talk about, including a nod to one of our favorites from the past and some key design features. Pros Made […]
Kershaw Seguin Folding Knife Review
Kershaw Seguin Traces its Roots Back to the 1800s The Kershaw Seguin is a Les George design tracing its roots back to the Texas Revolution in late 1835 to early 1836. Among many military achievements before and after, Juan Seguin accepted the formal surrender of Mexican forces at the Alamo as a representative of the […]
Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF Review
ZT Adds Some Flair To Their Already Succesful 0393 Model When ZT introduced the 0393 last year, it was an instant success. This time around, the Made in the USA Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF brings the same Rick Hinderer design, premium steel, and build quality as the last model, with a couple of new features as well. […]
Zero Tolerance 0470 Pocket Knife Review
Zero Tolerance 0470 Breaks Trends with a Mesmerizing Design The Zero Tolerance 0470 pcoket knife is a stunning Dmitry Sinkevich design boasting premium materials. CPM 20CV steel and a titanium handle form the foundation of a folder with a new take on carbon fiber overlays. PROS Beautifully designed with mesmerizing carbon fiber pattern on the handle […]
Knife Blade Grinds
Much thought and discussion has gone into types of blade shapes that various knives possess—and many have their favorites (the tactical Tanto blade is mine) but the way a blade is sharpened has possibly even more to do with how well a blade will cut. It will also, more importantly, determine how likely it is […]