Knives

From fixed-blade masterpieces of exotic steel to everyday folding knives, GearJunkie covers knives, axes, and multitools from the best makers in the world.

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

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…

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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…

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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

‘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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Gear Made in the USA

The outdoors industry has no shortage of goods that come from overseas. But a surprising number of brands tout products originated in the USA. Gear…

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The Swiss Trip

Climbing, mountain biking, and factory tours were part of the experience this week in Switzerland, where I went to research an upcoming story on the…

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Treasure Hunt Gear Stash!

8 days to go! Here’s a deeper look into the stash of gear accompanying our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event next weekend.

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Wenger Mike Horn Knife

Wenger consulted with South African explorer Mike Horn to create an uber Swiss Army Knife — pliers, two blades, and screwdrivers included.

Written by Stephen Regenold

Gear Review: Leatherman Squirt P4

Many outdoor adventurers have a favorite piece of gear they always have with them. For me, it’s my Leatherman Squirt P4. Like MacGyver and his…

Written by Ryan Dionne

Buck/Mayo Kaala knife

Knife geeks call this new blade from Buck “light, fast, agile and elegant.” Seriously, they do. Those adjectives are front and center on the press…

Written by Stephen Regenold

Knife of the Year

At a trade fair in Nürnberg, Germany, called IWA & OutdoorClassics 2008, the Victorinox Rescue Tool has been awarded “Knife of the Year 2007.” The…

Written by Stephen Regenold

Daily Dose: Mora Knives

Sweden’s Mora region is renowned for its high-quality blades, with the namesake Mora knife being the most well known. Classic Mora knife models have 3-…

Written by Stephen Regenold

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