Viva Multi-tool from CRKT

Stocking stuffer alert: the Viva multi-tool from CRKT makes a great gift for just about anyone on your list. It’s priced under $10, and does a few simple tasks really well. This is the sort of product that I find myself using much more often than I thought I would. Designed by Liong Mah, known … Read more

CRKT Amicus knife, designed by Jesper Voxnaes

When I first handled the Amicus™from CRKT®, I was surprised by the heft. With a weight of 6.7 ounces, it’s no lightweight. But once I opened the blade, I found it to be nicely balanced. For a knife that’s all steel, that’s no easy task. Of course, with a name like Amicus, which means friend … Read more

Coast DX190 Pro Razor Knife

Now is the perfect time to get yourself the DX190 Pro Razor Knife from Coast. Because this holiday season, you’ll no doubt be opening plenty of boxes. Since more shopping is being done online, more gifts are being delivered to your doorstep. And if you’re like me, that means plenty of boxes to break down … Read more

Boker Balisong Bottle Opener

Boker recently sent us their Balisong Bottle Opener for review. This tactical bar tool is based on a butterfly knife, but without the blade. Instead, the black handles are contrasted nicely by a stonewash finished 440 steel bottle opener. At about 8-1/4 inches and 4.5 ounces, it feels like a proper butterfly knife. Just pop the lock with your … Read more

Boker Kingpin – a Factory Custom

Although Boker lists the Kingpin under their “Tactical knife” selections, I prefer to think of it as a “very serious pocketknife”. The overall design, size, materials, and weight make this knife much more than just a pocketknife. But to describe it as a tactical knife may cause some potential buyers to overlook it. And that … Read more