Folding Knives

If you want an exclusive folder with the feel and durability of a true tactical folding knife, look no further than the Benchmade Rift G10 knife. The Rift is a Warren Osbourne design which combines good looks and features. The patented AXIS lock mechanism means you can use this knife in all thinkable ways, including as a throwing knife.

This is one of those knives that is crafted for maximum durability in the field and as such is not a assisted opening knife. Instead of the spring assisted mechanism (which can break) the blade has a dual thumb-stud opener.

Features include:
• A 3.67 Inch blade length (check your local regulations if ok to use)
• Total length opened: 8.27 Inches, Closed length: 4.60 Inches
• 154CM Stainless Steel Blade material
• Reverse Tanto design with dual thumb-studs
• 5-star buyer rating

Another alternative is the Benchmade Barrage Axis
which is a spring assisted opening knife with the Benchmade patented Axis lock. The Benchmade Barrage is slightly more expensive than the Rift Tactical Knife but the spring assisted opening of the Barrage knife evens the field for those who value this feature. Obviously, opening a blade one handed is easier in many situations with the spring assistance.

Still, if we have to choose between the two we would pick the Benchmade Osbourne Design Rift Tactical Knife for the sake of durability and opening a folder one handed if often a question of technique. Our view is that the fewer moving parts you have on your tactical folding knife the better.

Experience teaches that once you start collecting tactical gear, the urge to get add-ons and accessories grows rapidly. It might start off with a tactical folding knife but soon enough you want a custom made belt holder, or maybe a custom handle for your pocket knife, or a small axe in matching materials. At the same time, once you start going outdoors in a proper way – meaning fishing, hunting and trekking for several days – you will realize that you won’t get far with just a tactical folding knife. It all comes down to needing more gear.

Here is a shortlist of items that I recommend as they constitute usable tools at a reasonable price from established brands. You can click the images to view more information about each product.

Gerber Tactical Folding Spade with Serrated Blade
Start making camp out there and the very first thing you will wish you had is a spade. The Gerber Entrenching Tool folding spade is lightweight, very sturdy and folds into a neat package that is less than a foot long. It has a serrated blade and a secure blade locking mechanism. This is the exact same item that is authorized for use by the Nato forces.

Skinner Knife and Camping Axe Combo

If you don’t want to carry a shovel at least consider a camping axe. Just splitting firewood can be a hard and hazardous task if all you have is a folding knife. If you hunt, the Timberline Alaska Skinner Knife Axe combo fits the bill. This hunting combo is designed by Russ Kommer.

Tactical Survival Sleeper with insect net
This item is rated as an absolute favorite in the Backpacker and Outside magazines. The Lawson Camping Hammock is a extremely lightweight flat surface hammock that can be used suspended. It can also serve as a single sleeper mini tent on the ground. Raised arches and mosquito net make this the all-in-one survival shelter you should always have in the car, camper or boat.

Most people have at some time owned a pocket knife even if they didn’t know it. A good example is the popularity of the multitools, like the Leatherman or Victorinox which have a knife blade incorporated in most models. Folding pocket knives have been around for a long time because of style, functionality and portability. Whether you select a utility knife or a stylish collectible is a personal choice and there are hundreds of models and versions of great pocket knives to choose from. Here is a shortlist of a couple of bestselling folding pocket knives of different types:

Buck 110 Folding Hunter Lockback Folding Knife

Buck folding pocket knives have been around for a long time and have in many ways set the path for knife designs. The Buck 110 Lockback folder is a model that dates back to 1962 and is the Buck signature knife. This knife comes with unconditional lifetime guarantee.

The lockback designs is classic, proven and safe and ensures that the Buck Hunter 110 opens and closes easily. This is a classic folding pocket knife with polished brass bolsters and wood handle. Comes with a black leather belt sheath.

Leatherman 830039 New Wave Multitool with Sheath

Leatherman made the multitool famous and the 830039 New Wave is a milestone in company heritage. This multitool contains 2 pliers, wire cutters, 2 knives, a saw, scissors, 2 files, 2 drivers, a bottle opener, 2 double-ended bits, and more, all made in 100% stainless steel of the highest quality. If you need more versatility than what folding pocket knives can offer, why not add on a couple of more tools and try a Leatherman multitool?

The Leatherman 830039 New Wave Multitool comes with 25-year limited warranty and sheath.

Victorinox Swiss Army Champion Plus Pocket Knife

This is a extended version of the classic Swiss Army folder. This knife contains 30 tools of stainless steel that you will find useful while camping, hunting, hiking, fishing, etc.

The Victorinox Swiss Army Pocket Knife is perhaps the most popular pocket knife due to high versatility while being fashionable, durable and small in size when folded.

This model has over 220 positive customer reviews at Amazon.

Benchmade 585 Mini-Barrage Osborne Design Knife

This folding pocket knife has a 154CM stainless steel 58-60 HRC blade of a finish and quality that is above most folding pocket knives in this price range.

The serrations of the blade can easily handle cutting packing straps and lines.

The Benchmade 585 Mini Barrage is perhaps the ultimate EDC (every day carry) folder out there.

The Spyderco Civilian was built to specific needs of the elite US law enforcement corps and is one of the best folding knives ever made. The G-10 handle Civilian was specifically designed to provide undercover agents with a effective weapon that could be wielded with ease and precision. This makes the Spyderco Civilian G-10 a true tactical folding knife.

The hollow ground VG-10 serrated Spyder Edge blade has a patented S-form and a ultra thin point. Stainless steel liners, scaled handle and reliable lock back mechanism makes this one of the top rated enforcement folding knives on the market.

Main features of the Spyderco Serrated Edge G 10 Handle Folding Knife

• Tactical design made for law enforcement personnel
• Patented reverse S shaped blade and ultra point provides maximum cutting power
• David Boye Dent back lock secures the open blade against accidental closure
• Black G-10 handle with textured scales provides secure grip
• Stainless steel liners provides superior strength
• Smart pocket clip allows for right side tip-down position and immediate access

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