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An in-depth review of the best electric knives available in 2019. Buying Guide
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Best Electric Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
There are lots of different reasons that you should buy an electric knife. They will make sure that you get the smooth and even cuts that you want. Using a traditional knife to cut some things will only result in your frustration at your own hack job. An electric knife is the perfect solution to make...
An in-depth review of the best sharpening stones available in 2019.Buying Guide
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Best Sharpening Stones Reviewed & Rated for Quality
We all know how annoying it is trying to work in the kitchen with dull knives. How many times have you ended up with squashed tomatoes because your knife blade is too dull to pierce the skin? Or even worse, had the knife slide off of the intended target - your food - and instead end up cutting you...
Best Leatherman Tools Reviewed & Rated for QualityBuying Guide
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Best Leatherman Tools Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Gone are the days of desperately searching for a simple tool to complete a basic household task. Leatherman offers convenience, simplicity and intelligent design, all in the palm of your hand. Ten of the most popular Leatherman brand tools are reviewed here for your consideration. The pros and cons o...
An in-depth review of the best Spyderco knives.Buying Guide
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Best Spyderco Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Spyderco knives come in many varieties, for many different uses, and use many different kinds of techniques in their construction. There are options for fishing, building, and cooking. Here is a list of a variety of the best options on the market today. There's a little something for everyone, so try...
An in-depth review of the best karambit knives available in 2018. Buying Guide
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Best Karambit Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Karambits double up as great tactical knives and tools. They are a great option for an “everyday carry” and are quite handy in self-defense especially when in the right hands with the right skills. Whether you are looking into the Karambit brand for tactical reasons or to add it to your set of outdoo...
An in-depth review of the best automatic knives available in 2018. Buying Guide
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Best Automatic Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Whether you are purchasing your first knife, adding a new knife to your collection, or looking for an updated survivalist switchblade, you want an automatic knife that is responsive, reliable, and reasonably priced. Automatic blades open when you push a button, switch, or lever on the knife. Not sur...
An in-depth review of the best Swiss and Wesson knives available in 2018.Buying Guide
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Best Smith and Wesson Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Smith and Wesson is a notorious brand for creating high-quality firearms. They have become one of the quintessential brands when it comes to manufacturing, designing and developing guns since the 19th century. However, what many do not know is the brand also manufactures quality knives. These particu...
An in-depth review of the best bow saws Buying Guide
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Best Bow Saws Reviewed & Rated for Quality
So you like to do outdoor activities? You know, the ones that involve cutting wood or other materials? Well then purchasing a good bow saw is just the thing for you. We have made a list of our top favorite bow saws for just this reason- to help you pick out the best and most practical saw for your...
An in-depth review of the best knife sets in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Kitchen Knife Sets Reviewed & Rated for Quality
A set of sharp knives is an essential thing to have in your kitchen. You are going to need a knife for any task that requires cutting. Such tasks are endless in the kitchen. For example, you may need to dice up a roast into small pieces of stew meat or carve a turkey on a Thanksgiving holiday. You ma...
An in-depth review of the best ceramic knivesBuying Guide
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Best Ceramic Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Over the years, materials used to create knives have changed. Potentially creating what could be a more state of the art choice for cutlery. The biggest craze for material changes began in the 1990's. Around this time, we began to see the line of ceramic knives emerge. They were promoted as being a s...
An in-depth review of the best boning knives in 2018Buying Guide
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The 10 Best Boning Knives
The first step to being successful in any job is knowing which tools you will need to complete the task at hand. Working as a mechanic will require you to know which wrench or  socket will help you get the job finished, much like a dentist who needs to fix a tooth. Imagine if your dentist couldn't di...
An in depth review of the best kabar knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Ka-Bar Knife Reviewed & Rated for Quality
If you’ve made it to this list the chances are good that you are in the market for a new knife. No matter your reasoning, whether you are looking for a collectible, a combat knife, self-defense tool, or simply a tool to take camping with you, you are in the right place. There are lots of differ...
An in depth review of the best pocket chainsaws in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Pocket Chainsaws Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Pocket chainsaws are quite handy for anyone who needs to cut wood if they don’t who have access to a gas-fueled chainsaw.  Although they are not a replacement for a chainsaw, they are pretty versatile. They are terrific for yard work at home, outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, hunters or r...
an in-depth review of the best throwing knives of 2018Buying Guide
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Best Throwing Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Knife throwing is a popular sport in different parts of the world, but it is especially prevalent in Europe and the United States. There is even an organization known as International Knife Throwers Hall of Fame, which holds events for the knife-throwing community. A lot of people also consider knife...
an in-depth review of the best butcher knives of 2018.Buying Guide
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Best Butcher Knives Reviewed and Rated for Quality
Anyone that takes cooking seriously should never underestimate the usefulness of a high-quality butchers knife. The most common representation of the butcher's knife is a cleaver, however, that is only one design of a butchers knife and often they feature a curved blade. A butchers knife is generally...
an in-depth review of the best zero tolerance knives of 2018Buying Guide
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Best Zero Tolerance Knives Reviewed & Rated
When you think about a pocket knife the most common assumption is that it is a weapon for self-defense. While that is an accurate assessment of the product a pocket knife is more useful than a weapon you may never use in self-defense. Aside from the obvious benefits of being able to cut open difficul...
an in-depth review of the best old timer knives of 2018.Buying Guide
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Best Old Timer Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
What do you do when you combine durability with quality materials? How about a 100-year-old knife brand that is highly touted as one of the best in the industry? Well, you get this list of the top ten Old Timer knives. We are particularly excited to share with you this quality list because Old Timer ...
an in-depth review of the best Kershaw knives of 2018.Buying Guide
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Best Kershaw Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
We can all agree that, when it comes to our safety, it's vital that we have the absolute best gear and equipment. However, sometimes, as we can also all agree, safety gear and equipment can also be a steep purchase. Now, not every single piece of protection and safety gear needs to leave your wallet ...
an in-depth review of the best Schrade knives of 2018Buying Guide
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Best Schrade Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
We can all agree that summer is one of the best times of the year. And, according to the infamous snowman, Olaf, not Frosty - summer is about "all things fun". Now, if you are like us, the thought that summertime is coming upon us is a sign that you have to start planning your next road trip, summer ...
An in depth review of the best buck knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Buck Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
The right hunting knife is an extremely valuable tool that can be used for skinning and cutting the meat of your game, yet is versatile enough to be used in other circumstances as well. While out in the wilderness it can be used to build shelter, fire, and even make tools. It’s also a great tool for ...
An in depth review of the best bolo machetes  in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Bolo Machetes Reviewed & Rated for Quality
When it comes to being in the wilderness, whether that is in the backwoods, in the jungle, on an island or out back in your garden, you want a survival tool that is a trusted companion. A good machete is a tool you want at your side. Or in your hand, rather. It is one of the ultimate outdoor survival...
An in depth view of the best camping knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Camping Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
Camping is a great way to get back in touch with nature. Sleeping under the stars, exploring the surrounding environment, and catching and cooking your own food are just a few ways to experience the wild and all it has to offer. However you choose to enjoy the outdoors, there’s one thing that everyon...
An in depth review of the best boot knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Boot Knives & Blades Reviewed for Quality
When it comes to knives, there are a huge variety of different styles and designs to choose from. The kind of knife you need depends on what you have planned for it. Knives are essential tools and life is a lot easier when you have the right tools for the job. A boot knife is a knife that may be used...
An in depth review of the best silky saws of 2017Buying Guide
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Best Silky Saws Reviewed & Rated for Quality
If you talk to anyone in the professional world of tree cutting, whether it be arborists, construction workers, trail maintenance workers, etc., you are likely to find out that Silky saws have had a long-standing reputation of providing ideal features to hold up to hard, technical work. This idea has...
An In Depth Review of the Best Gifts for Campers of 2018Buying Guide
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Best Gifts For Campers Reviewed & Compared
Camping offers a fantastic way to spend quality time with the ones that matter most. It might not be the same as a vacation at a five-star resort, but this does not mean your friends or family cannot enjoy themselves when they choose to camp outdoors. Getting the right gift for anyone can be a daunti...
An in depth review of the best tactical folding knives of 2018Buying Guide
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Best Tactical Folding Knives Reviewed & Rated
These days, the word “tactical” is placed on pretty much everything. Cups, wallets, even diaper bags are being labeled in this fashion. Make something black and put a carabiner on it. BOOM! It’s tactical. But here at Gear Hunt, we can look past flashy slogans to find you objects that you can rely on ...
an in-depth review of the best multi-tool knives of 2018.Buying Guide
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Best Multi-Tool Knives Reviewed & Rated for Quality
 Multi-tool knives are used indoors and outdoors for a variety of tasks, even ones that are high level. That means a quality multi-tool can be used by hobbyists and professionals in the most efficient way possible. To make the most of a buying decision, users have looked for key criteria in their sea...
An in depth review of the best fishing knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Top 10 Fishing Knives Reviewed & Rated
When we think of fishing/filleting knives, we immediately think of stainless steel. For any metal that’s going to continually come into contact with water and blood and that may not get a good wash immediately after every use – stainless steel is a must. And for saltwater applications, there’s no oth...
An in depth review of best skinning knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Skinning Knives Reviewed and Rated
Well if you’re going to hunt your own food, or fish for your own food, the time comes when you’re going to have to gather up the day’s work and begin the process of prepping it for the dinner table. No matter if you’re a fisherman, or a bird hunter or go for even bigger game, there’s no doubt there i...
best tactical knives for 2017 reviewedBuying Guide
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Top 10 Tactical Knives Reviewed & Tested
We know that you already have a great multi-use knife. We know these things because anyone who spends any time outdoors doing anything knows that if there is hunting involved or even if there is just a few days of camping involved one of the things that you should never leave home without is a few so...
Best Folding Knives Reviewed and ComparedBuying Guide
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Best Folding Knives Reviewed and Compared
We know how important it is to be prepared for every challenge that life throws at you, no matter where you are or what you’re doing. If you are someone who regularly enjoys spending time outdoors, then you know it’s impractical to bring you a lot of items with you. But there are some items that you ...
An in depth review of the best fixed-blade knives in 2018Buying Guide
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Top 10 Fixed Blade Knives Reviewed & Rated
Everyone needs to have a good knife.  Everyone may have a different reason, however. Some use knives for hunting, while some need knives for survival camping or hiking. Others, such as our fellow law enforcement officers, carry knives as a form of protection.  Of course, we have all used a knife for ...
An in depth review of the best bone saws in 2018Buying Guide
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Best Bone & Butcher Saws Reviewed for Durability
So, there are some less fun parts when it comes to hunting. Stalking in the wilderness and landing a perfect shot are both great, as is spending time with your friends and family, depending on who you hunt with. But after you bag game and are in need of dressing it, whether at home or in the field, y...
An in depth review of the best machetes in 2019Buying Guide
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Best Machetes Reviewed and Tested
There’s nothing outstandingly special about this parang from Gerber, but it sure is popular! It’s an inexpensive tool that’s well suited to chopping things – just don’t rely on it in the wilderness. Remember, Bear makes TV shows; not scientific discoveries!There is no shortage in choice for machetes....
An in depth review of the best knife sharpeners in 2018Buying Guide
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Top 10 Knife Sharpeners Reviewed and Rated
Using dull knives is a pain even if the current task doesn’t require a lot of motion. More force is needed for a good cut, and safety concerns rise since there is a higher chance of human error with that additional force. Some consumers buy brand new sets of knives each year so they don’t have to dea...
we reviewed and tested the best fillet knivesBuying Guide
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Top 10 Fillet Knives Reviewed and Rated
]The purpose of this update is to provide more information to interested consumers about the latest information on fillet knifes. In this update, readers can find more information about how we evaluated each hunting stand. They can also find additional frequently asked questions that most consumers a...
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Hinderer XM-18
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Hinderer XM-18
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CRKT Pilar
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SOG Kiku
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Spyderco Endela Lightweight Folder
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Benchmade Adamas
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Benchmade Adamas
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Super Tool 300.
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Leatherman Super Tool 300 Review
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With multitools, there is always one name that can be trusted to have a level of quality that has rarely been matched. That name is Leatherman, an American-made multitool that has proven itself since 1983. We decided to take a small look at this multitool and give our feelings and opinions about this...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Civilian.
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Spyderco Civilian Review
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Most of us don’t look for a knife right away when looking for something to defend ourselves or our homes with, but when we do, we want to know it is legal, safe and easy to use. The Spyderco Civilian was designed with self-defense in mind, though it was originally for undercover police officers more ...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Charge TTi.
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Leatherman Charge TTi Review
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Multitools are one of the greatest inventions a person could ever have made in the realm of ready-to-go items. The simple fact that anyone can have almost every tool they could possibly need in a few moments makes this obvious, especially when a surprise pops up where those without are left in need. ...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Rebar.
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Leatherman Rebar
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When you are looking for the best multi-tool for the job, it can often get confusing because if the many choices. There are full size, half size and mini’s, and there are multi-tools with seven or eight tools and even some with upwards of 20. Some are light-weight and others are not so much, and what...
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An in-depth review of the Victorinox Outrider.
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Victorinox Outrider
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When most people think of necessary camping items, most overlook something like a good multi-tool/knife. While things like a tent, a backpack, a sleeping bag, or even a good cooler or other food storage container are important and always will be, a good multitool is also very important. Carrying larg...
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An in-depth review of the Victorinox Climber.
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Victorinox Climber
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When covering Victorinox Swiss Army knives we have come to notice something, we get as little information from the company as they can feasibly hand us while still telling us about their product just enough to wet our tongues for it. While this can be a little on the aggravating side, we also make a ...
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An in-depth review of the Kershaw Leek.
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Kershaw Leek
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Pocket knives are a dime a dozen, there are just so many on the market. From small zero reputation companies to some of the largest known companies in the world, there are just far too many to pick from, and that’s just counting the companies. The number of models of different pocket knives is even m...
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An in-depth review of the Victorinox Tinker.
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Victorinox Tinker
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We are all used to the sight of a single tool in the hands of our grandparents and parents, and as such usually, have one ourselves when we get older. This is the swiss army knife, and as a multi-tool, it often proves one of the most valuable things we can own. It is the ‘cool’ item for teens who as ...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Wingman.
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Leatherman Wingman
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We enjoy bringing you as many options as we can with each and every article we write. With this particular article, we are bringing into focus another pocket knife, or rather a multi-tool, to either add to your collection, complete it, or perhaps become your very first. Whatever the case may be, you ...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Skeletool KBx.
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Leatherman Skeletool KBx
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There are too many choices when one is looking for a knife. When you have two knives you are looking at with a letter difference, you may wonder why one might be better than the other. So did we. Well, we do what we always do here at Gear Hunt and took a deeper look to see if the KB and KBX were real...
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An in-depth review of the Damascus Pocket Knife.
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Damascus Pocket Knife
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Perkin, the UK-based knife maker, we did not know a whole lot about them until we started researching this particular product, and we are ashamed of ourselves for not knowing of them prior to this. The reason for this is the fact that Perkin offers an amazing setup if a person is willing to pay for w...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Tread.
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Think all multi-tools have to be the same? Since when does the multi-tool have to focus mainly and almost solely on being a pocket knife? If you are tired of the same old, same old, you may want to check out this new product in our inventory, after all, it is a pretty unique looking idea, and it take...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Ladybug.
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Spyderco Ladybug
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Ever had a point in your life where you have to stop whatever you are doing because you needed a small knife to help you complete your task? Maybe you just got a package and can’t get it open? There are hundreds of different things that can cause a person to need a knife at a moment’s not...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Native 5.
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Spyderco Native 5
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In the world of knives, there are a few brands which get repeat buyers and are built with such quality that they deserve higher scrutiny to explain why. Among these types of products Spyderco sits affluently and continues to draw attention time and time again with every line, they bring to the table....
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Manix 2.
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Spyderco Manix 2
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There have been some changes in Spyderco’s designs in certain lines of knives. The Manix 2 was one that underwent a couple without even changing its name. The good news, if you like the design, is that some of those which caused upset were quickly rectified- and without the price being changed ...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Delica 4.
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Spyderco Delica 4
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On the hunt for a good folding knife? Well, we decided to go right into researching one that has a lot of fans already from a company most knife owners likely know, Spyderco. The line we chose to look at today is the Delica, and more specifically the Delica 4 folding knife flat ground Spyderco edge k...
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An in-depth review of the Ka-bar USMC.
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Ka-bar USMC
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Known for their high-quality military knives, Ka-Bar is the first choice for those looking to purchase survival hunting blades. These are not the stereotypical blades meant for using as wood cutting tools, or even for skinning what you catch. Instead, they are intended as more of a defensive hunting ...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Tenacious.
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Spyderco Tenacious
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The Spyderco Tenacious ticks a lot of boxes for those looking for a good-sized everyday carry knife. It has a pillar construction. G10 handle scales, a large plain edge, and a full flat grind plus more for a price tag of about $45. The knife is made in China. The pillar construction of the handle mak...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Dragonfly 2.
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Spyderco Dragonfly 2
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Whether you are looking for a decent pocket knife with a nice edge, or need something more befitting camping, carving, or hunting, this particular blade has caught the attention of everyone who has come across it. Both urban knife users and those more country have found that this particular knife has...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Yojimbo 2.
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Spyderco Yojimbo 2
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Out of the box, the hollow ground blade picks up light at any angle. It is sharper than some people expect from a knife fresh out of the box. The carriability is great. The shape makes the knife barely noticeable in the pocket. It rests in the pocket and causes no awkward outline. The Yojimbo is desi...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Paramilitary 2.
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Spyderco Paramilitary 2
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The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 comes up over and over when knife reviews and reviewers are polled. In the everyday carry world, the knife is a rock star. The design is ‘form follows function.’ It has an ‘X’ factor that is hard to describe that keeps people coming back over and ov...
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An in-depth review of the Spyderco Endura 4.
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Spyderco Endura 4
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Imitation is the finest form of flattery, or so they say. If you have a good, high quality product, there are going to be those less than honorable types who will lose no sleep over trying to replicate that item, ride the coattails of a good reputation, and sell cheap knock-off trash that cannot keep...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Wave Plus.
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Leatherman Wave Plus
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When you want to be ready while on the move, or simply want to make sure you have the right tool when working, having a good multi-tool is definitely a plus. Even better yet, finding one that you know won’t bust and will actually have something useful on it. We have all had the experience of pu...
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An in-depth review of the Benchmade 940.
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Benchmade 940
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Those obsessed with knives may be searching for the ideal everyday carry knife. It would carry like a dream, be beautifully designed, feature great materials, and be a perfect size. The ideal EDC gives beyond those characteristics. A knife to be used on a rotation basis is one thing. A knife that ...
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An in-depth review of the SOG Twitch II.
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SOG Twitch II
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There are some people in the world who find themselves in need of a simple knife throughout their day. This is called an every-day use knife, or EDU. Having an easy-open yet safe, sharp and compact folding knife is a convenient and practical answer to this need. Cut and dry, the SOG Twitch II is a pe...
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An in-depth review of the Leatherman Surge.
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Leatherman Surge
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The Leatherman Surge is an impressive tool to have when tackling your to-do lists and projects that just come up. Being compact for easy carrying but having full size main tools like the pliers, scissors and knife allows for getting bigger repairs done on the go without having to lug around a large t...
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An in-depth review of the Buck 110
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In 1963, Al Buck observed hunters who were taking a knife hunting, and decided they needed a better option than a longer straight knife. A year later, the Buck 110 Folding Hunter knife was released, and more than 50 years later it is still one of the best-selling knives in the United States of Americ...
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An in-depth review of the Ka-Bar Becker BK2 is a field knife that is suited for camp chores.
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Ka-Bar Becker BK2
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Ka-Bar Becker BK2 has gained the respect and admiration of many. Nearly everyone seems to love the thick, sharp and seemingly indestructible blade; the heavy duty, made in the U.S. construction; and the excellent performance in the field, especially for the price. For years the Ka-Bar Becker BK2 h...
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