Pocket Knife Knives, Swords and Blades

A ceramic folder knife with a titanium handle? That’s some fancy materials there, sir. Is it worth the hype?

Ceramic, as you may know, presents a unique tradeoff. Ceramic blades are lightweight, hold their edge for darn near forever and are extremely sharp.

The downsides? Ceramic …

Spyderco knives always look a bit wacky, don’t they? Or maybe they look cool. I guess it depends on your perspective.

This one is no exception, but it’s a pretty slick product.

The 4.25″ blade is made of VG-10 steel. That’s is a pretty high-end steel for this type of …

Not many people need an all-in-one tool sharpener — They can get really bulky and annoying if they’re not being used all the time.

If this sounds familiar to you, you’ll like that Gerber released this diamond sharpener specifically made to hone small objects like fishhooks and blades. It was …

Quick, which vegetable is bigger, the chive or the leek?

It’s the leek, of course, and this knife is true to its name. It’s similar to the Ken Onion Chive Knife we reviewed recently, but with a longer blade.

It’s still a relative lightweight, …

This tiny knife is an Al Mar classic, and shouldn’t be underestimated. It is the smallest front-lock knife available on the market today, and the highest-quality as well.

Weighing less than an ounce, this knife has a closed length of 2-1/4 inches; open, it measures 3-7/8 inches.

The …

This unusual knife is not only a high-quality all-purpose pocket knife, it is also a money clip and a cigar clipper.

The Havana Clipper is made by Al Mar, a company known for making knives that are close to custom quality. All Al Mar knives are hand-finished and …

This lightweight lockback knife from Spyderco is great for anyone who spends lots of time outdoors.

The blade is premium VG-10 steel for extra sharpness and durability. It measures 3.75 inches long, and is constructed to enable controlled pulling cuts, making it great for outdoor use.

Weighing only 3.75 ounces, the knife folds into …

This multi tool from Spyderco is a valid competitor to the Leatherman Wave.

The Byrdrench contains a full size pocket knife blade with a length of 2 1/2″, which can be opened and closed with one hand.

The two stainless steel halves of the tool join together to create pliers, while the …

Made by the famous Victorinox, makers of the Swiss Army knife, this card has just as many functions as one of their knives, as well as a flashlight, and fits in your wallet.

It’s designed to be small and to fit in your wallet. …

Buck Knives makes high-quality knives. Many pocket knives skimp on the quality of the blade itself, but this one’s from Buck so you know it won’t fall short on that front.

This particular model of multi-tool offers versatility and usability in a compact format.

Weighing in at just over six …

This multi-tool from Gerber is not the lightest multi-tool you’ll find. Check out the Leatherman Skeletool for a tool that’s lighter but packs fewer implements.

This tool includes ten implements including a knife, a wire snipper, a needlenose pliers, a scissors and two saws.

The pliers slide forward and lock …

These new Leatherman designs have quite the space-age look to them. Those holes, though, are to keep the weight down while not sacrificing strength.

This multitool features eight separate implements (ranging from pliers to a bottle opener) in a single tool weighing five ounces.

The blade features a locking mechanism, while the …

This is a neat little multi-tool from Leatherman. It’s not packed with features like some other knives, so make sure it’s got everything you need before purchasing.

It does come with several useful features in addition to the 3-inch partially-serrated knife blade itself.

It offers a bottle …

Leatherman presents the Wave Nylon Sheath knife / multi-tool. As you?ve come to expect with Leatherman products, the Wave is much more than simply a pocket knife.

It includes a large variety of quality tools to suit any situation. It unfolds to reveal needlenose/regular pliers, wire cutters, and a wire stripper.

Both …

The 325B Colleague knife from Buck Knives combines form and function in an elegant but practical package.

The stainless steel, tapered 1-7/8 inch drop point blade is hardened using the sophisticated Edge 2x blade technology.

The result is a beautiful blade that retains its edge over time and after repeated use. The blade …

This Red Farmer Swiss Army pocket knife is a good all-purpose choice for campers, hikers, fishermen, or anyone who enjoys the great outdoors.

It is part of Victorinox’s “Pioneer” Series. Note the Alox scales, or grooved aluminum siding which provides a secure grip even when wet.

Although this Limited Edition knife only …

Nearly twenty years ago, the head of W.R. Case Cutlery, Jim Parker, came up with the idea to make very high-quality reproductions of knives that had long been out of production. Some of these knives were originally produced by Case, but others were not. All of the new, reproductions, however, would …

W.R. Case you probably already know — they are an American maker of high-quality knives with a hundred-and-twenty year reputation on the line.

But this knife you may not have seen before.

It’s a peanut knife featuring a just-under-three inch blade that made of Tru-Sharp Surgical Steel. Case tests this …

Moore Maker has been making knives for over twenty years in Matador, Texas. Started by Wayland and Glynard Moore, they’ve prided themselves on their strong reputation for making high-quality knives and for having a strong local presence in the community.

Moore Maker knives are manufactured by third-parties. The most notable …

Fallkniven has been making knives for a relatively short time — only twenty years or so. How far they’ve come in such a short period of time. They are now known as one of the foremost makers of specialty knives and, as their marketing literature states, supply knives to the King of …

Another high-quality knife from Case. This is an oversized pocket knife, measuring five inches closed. Includes a gut hook, drop point blade, and saw blade.

The clip is stainless steel, blades are made of Tru-Sharp surgical steel. Features rosewood handle with contrasting brass bolsters.

The problem with changer knives, of course, …

An attractive folding knife built with the quality you’ve come to expect from Case. A member of the Image series and tested XX, this one features a smooth natural bone handle with scenes of Elk Trapping laser-etched on both sides.

Bolsters are silver, matching the accent colors elsewhere on the knife. …

What an amazing set of knives — this is the Centennial Knife Set produced by WR Case in 1989 to commemorate their 100th anniversary of making high-quality knives.

I write about many Case knives on this site, but you won’t see one of these come around often. It’s very rare to find the set …

A gorgeous, rugged knife, perfect for bass fishing. This knife features a fish scaler blade with built-in hook disgorger. Blades are Tru-Sharp surgical steel.

Also includes hook sharpener. The sharpener is included instead of a more-typical inlay shield. Handle features artwork of bass fishing, engraved with a precision laser on natural …

A single-blade, collectible blade from W.R. Case & Sons. Always known for their quality workmanship, Case has taken this knife to another level.

The handle is what differentiates this from other high-quality Case knives. It is made of genuine Mother of Pearl harvested from the inner lining of oyster …

One of Case’s most versatile pocket knives. Primarily intended for hunting, though would also be appropriate as a fishing or general outdoor utility knife.

A tough knife that comes with a variety of quickly-interchangeable blades. The handle is an attractive amber bone with inlaid brass bolsters. The pivot pin is oversized and made …