Knives

Switchblade? Not Quite. Gerber ‘Assist-Opening’ Knives

Switchblades these are not — at least not in the official sense of the word. But nudge the blade on an assist-opening knife and you…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 20, 2012

Interview With A Bear: Grylls Talks About New Clothing Line

We sat down with survival star Bear Grylls for a chat on his recent adventures, his work on the new Craghoppers clothing line, and what…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 23, 2012

Swiss Army Knife Sunglasses

Wenger, the “maker of the Genuine Swiss Army Knife,” built its new optics line somewhat like its knives — with maximum versatility and a quiver…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 22, 2012

Rare Handcrafted Pocketknife is Sleek, Not Cheap

No type-o, this pocketknife, sold on boutique Kaufmann Mercantile, costs an astonishing $330! But for that cost you get a rare handmade piece in an…

Written by T.C. Worley February 22, 2012

2011: Year in Review, Top 10 Articles

An innovative camp stove, a multitool with a camera mount, toe-equipped Vibram shoes, and Bear Grylls knives topped our most-read list for 2011. Here is…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 27, 2011

Interview with a Bear: Grylls on Survivalism, Knives, and Rabbit Snares

British survivalist star Bear Grylls of “Man vs. Wild” television fame has a namesake line of knives and survival products made by Gerber Legendary Blades.…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 03, 2011

Bear Grylls ‘Ultimate Fine Edge Knife’

For a limited few days only, Gerber is shipping a new knife in its Bear Grylls series, the Ultimate Fine Edge Knife, which promises a…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2011

‘Treasure Hunt: Roanoke’ Race Recap

A crisp morning in downtown Roanoke, Va., welcomed serious racers and first-time participants to our second annual “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event. Here is our recap…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 24, 2011

Specialized ‘Carve Pro 29’ Grand Prize at GJ Treasure Hunt

Specialized has signed on as a major sponsor for our second annual “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke,” which takes place this coming Sunday, October 23, in Roanoke,…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 17, 2011

Bike, Kayak among Prizes for ‘Treasure Hunt: Roanoke’

Two weeks from today, on October 23 in Roanoke, Va., we will host the second annual “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke,” an event where tens of thousands…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 09, 2011

‘Survival Knife’ has Light, Blade and Whistle

A hybrid “survival tool,” the Core Lite knife includes a blade, a whistle on its handle, and a small L.E.D. for illuminating a path. We…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 06, 2011

Nationwide ‘Checkpoint: SPOT’ Treasure Hunt Re-Stocked with Prizes

With new prizes from SmartWool, Deuter, The North Face, Timbuk2, Lazer Helmets, and Buff, today we re-launch our ‘Checkpoint: SPOT’ nationwide treasure hunt! This post…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 30, 2011

Not a Knife, a ‘Dynamic Triple Utility Tool!’

With a blade, a cutting hook, and a glass breaker on its butt, the 915 Triage was made for emergency workers and anyone who wants…

Written by T.C. Worley September 07, 2011

‘Best in Show’ Awards: Part II of Greatest Gear for 2012

Welcome to part II of our “Best in Show” gear awards! This stock of innovative outdoors products, culled from the greatest new items on display…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 12, 2011

Affordable ‘Tactical’ Blade from Buck Knives

Priced right, and with a sleek, solid design, the new Bones line of tactical/survival knives from Buck are touted as viable replacements for blades that…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 20, 2011

Explorer-Made Swiss Army Knife

Mike Horn, one of the world’s great explorers, worked with Wenger to create a custom Swiss Army Knife that now bears his name. This article…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 08, 2011

Haute Tactical: Triple Aught Design

TAD is known for stealthy, high-end — and military influenced — products made for the outdoors. The company’s sleek new San Fran storefront, a wood-floored…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 20, 2011

FlashPoint Knife: ‘Blink-of-Eye Access to Sharp Edge’

Easy-open knives have been around for years. But knifemakers continue to find new ways to design and sell products that can be at the ready…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 16, 2011

SOG’s Pseudo-Switchblade with ‘Tanto’ Point

It has a glass-reinforced nylon handle and an “opening mechanism” that flicks the blade out in a flash. Our writer gave this new knife from…

Written by T.C. Worley May 04, 2011

SPACE Trailers: Tow-Behind Gear Hauler

Touted to combine the “versatility of a utility trailer” with attributes found in a haul-behind unit made for gear, SPACE Trailers are hitch-ready equipment haulers…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 29, 2011

GJ presenting at Outdoor Adventure Expo

GearJunkie’s own Stephen Regenold and T.C. Worley present live this weekend at the Midwest Mountaineering Outdoor Adventure Expo in Minneapolis. Topic is the Wenger Patagonian…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 12, 2011

$220 Benchmade Pocketknife

Lovers of high-tech materials will geek out on this titanium and carbon-fiber knife from Oregon-based Benchmade.

Written by T.C. Worley March 04, 2011

22-Gram Backpacking Knife

A freakishly light and affordable backpacking knife, the 22 GRAM from Baladeo aims to please even the staunchest go-light backpackers.

Written by T.C. Worley January 04, 2011

Winner! ‘Knives and a Kayak’ contest

Christmas may be over. But these seven Gear Junkie readers win some sweet swag from our “SPOT the Holiday” promo, including six Gerber knives and…

Written by December 27, 2010

Contest: ‘Knives and a Kayak!’

Continuing in the sprit of the season, as a part of our ‘SPOT the Holiday’ promotion we’re giving away an Old Town Kayak and six…

Written by December 15, 2010

11-inch Camp Knife

SOG’s evolution of the 1838 “Bowie”-style knife includes an integrated sharpener and a polymer handle over-molded with a rubber grip. Writer T.C. Worley gives the…

Written by T.C. Worley December 09, 2010

‘CP Tracker’ Nationals

Whitewater, rope traverses, and mountain bike tires on slickrock trails — for up to 28 hours straight! — defined the inaugural Checkpoint Tracker National Championship,…

Written by November 05, 2010

Bear Grylls Knife

Bear Grylls, he of the broadcast television hit “Man vs. Wild,” has designed a knife for Gerber. The “Bear Grylls Ultimate Knife” comes to market…

Written by October 21, 2010

Origins of Swiss Army Knife

Swiss Army Knives are symbols of utility and smart design known the world over. Gear Junkie traveled to Switzerland this summer to investigate the history…

Written by September 13, 2010

Future Gear: 2011

‘Foot-pod’ shoes. A crank-arm water purifier. A Bear Grylls knife. These are a few of the products to be seen at the Outdoor Retailer trade…

Written by August 03, 2010

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