The 50-Year Knife: Buck ‘Folding Hunter’ Among Most Popular Of All Time
A classic knife from Buck, the Model 110 Folding Hunter, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. After decades it remains the company’s top-selling model.
‘Day Of The Knife’ 2014
It’s back! Our annual knife extravaganza — “The Day of the Knife” project — is now live, and this year we have Buck Knives and Cabela’s onboard as sponsors for the festivities.
'Performance' Belts For Outdoor Pursuits
Arcade Belts do the basic job of keeping your pants up and cinched tight, though because of the stretch the belts offer adequate give when you reach, bend over, bike, climb, or hike.
Swiss Army Knife 'Camper' Car
The “camper-car in a suitcase” product includes a bed, table, storage, chairs, and other necessities to turn your hatchback into a tiny motorhome.
10 Knife Giveaway
This week we’ve partnered with Bass Pro Shops 1Source to give away blades from the brand’s RedHead line of knives.
Not An App: Multi-Tool Phone Case Cuts Wood, Opens Bottles
The TaskOne G3 iPhone Case packs many of the functions of a traditional multi-tool.
For Your Dad… 19 Father’s Day Gear Picks
From a packable hammock to an iron camp skillet for cooking over open flame, these gifts are perfect for the outdoor-loving dad in your life.
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Axehead Multi-Tool Attaches To Any Stick
A new axehead multi-tool can fit in a pack, chop down a tree and tighten a nut.
First Look: Leatherman Multi-Tool For Kids
Leatherman, the original multi-tool company, releases its first model made for kids.
This Whale Almost Died, Saved By Boaters And One Small Knife
Watch as a group of boaters makes an amazing rescue in the sea.
First Look: Gerber ‘Kitchen’ Camp Knife
Gerber has a blade made for campground cookers. We wielded it for a few culinary test cuts.
First Look: ‘Future Gear’ From OR Show
We got the scoop on new gear and gadgets before the show even opens its doors…
‘LighterBro’ Turns Common Bic Into Knife-Equipped Multi-Tool
This neat new product costs just $9.99 and fits a standard lighter…
We Collaborated With National Geographic To Pick Top Holiday Gear…
GearJunkie and National Geographic Adventure present “Adventurous Gifts for Any Budget.”
‘Entire Bear Grylls Product Armada’ From Gerber For Sale
“The entire Bear Grylls product armada.” That’s how Gerber describes this insane kit of gear.
A Fly Fishing Shop In The Heart Of The City
We share some images from a recent visit to Mend Provisions, a fly store in urban Minneapolis.
Born In The USA! Knife Company Honored
Benchmade received the top prize in the “American Made Outdoor Gear Awards,” an annual program to recognize the best of domestic production.
The Mother Of Multitools
This mammoth multitool probably won’t fit in your pocket but you could technically bring it to a gunfight. (Look close.) This is one seriously meticulous piece of gear from the past.
Winner! ‘Day of the Knife’ Grand Prize
The votes are in. Much respect to Nick Gajewski of Chicago, our 2013 “Day of the Knife” Grand Prize winner!
Today is ‘Day of the Knife!’
It’s the official Day of the Knife! For the past 30 days we’ve encouraged readers and knife junkies from around the world to contribute photos, enter contests, and win SOG gear…
Greatest Gear for 2014: ‘Best in Show’ Award Winners
The best new outdoors gear coming to market in 2014 was center stage last week at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Click to see part II of our “Best in Show” awards from OR.
SOG Knife Exchange Program Expanded to Online Readers
SOG is offering up to 20 Flash II Tanto knives ($75) to online readers who submit photos to Facebook, Twitter and/or Instagram with a caption containing “@SOG Knives @TheGearJunkie #DayOfTheKnife and #Trade4aSOG.”
Best Knife Collection Contest
Think you’ve got a good knife collection? Prove it! Post a photo on social media with the details included in this post to be entered to win a Gunny Folding Knife or one of five Tridents from SOG Knives
Exclusive Q&A with the Gunny: Listen Up!
Former marine drill instructor, actor and SOG Knives Ambassador R. Lee Ermey aka the Gunny has no qualms with telling it like it is. We sent Gunny a batch of knife questions and he responded with hand-written answers. Listen up!
Day of the Knife Contest: One Knife to Rule Them All
A Tomcat 3.0 ($280) and five Aegis knives ($114/ea.) from SOG Knives are up for grabs over the next 36 hours. Read on and get contest details here.
Inside the Mind of a Knife Designer
The inspiration for SOG Knives was born in the jungles of Vietnam. 25 years later, the brand has expanded into a full line of innovative tools. We caught up with the company’s founder and Chief Designer for a Q&A.
$5K Day of the Knife Grand Prize Unveiled
For The Day of the Knife Grand Prize, we’ve strategically compiled a $5,000 ultimate outdoors gear package from SOG Knives and a six other top outdoors brands. Check out the gear and submit the best photos of you and your knife, in your element
Day of the Knife 2013 is Underway
120 SOG knives and $5,000 worth of top-end outdoors gear are up for grabs over the next month. In its second year, we’ve made The Day of the Knife even bigger and better this time around. Buckle up and come along for the ride!
Swiss Army Switch-Up: Iconic Knife Brands Merge for 2014
From our report: “Many consumers can hardly distinguish between the knife products from Victorinox and Wenger. That’s why we are joining forces and focusing on one brand.”
Hatchet, Paracord knife in new Bear Grylls line from Gerber
Gerber and Bear Grylls are at it again, this spring releasing a hatchet, two knives and a flashlight. We got a sneak peek.
Tiny ‘Everyday Carry’ Tools Clip to Zipper pulls, Keychains
They cost $14 a pop. A small loop of cord and a quick-release buckle make them work as zipper pulls on a pack. The Gerber Daily Carry line comes to market next month. We got a first look.
