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WESN Samla Friction Folder Pocket Knife

When it comes to pocket knives, there are few brands that have continually impressed us like WESN. Over the years, from their Titanium Micro Blade to the Henry, WESN has always delivered when it comes…

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ROM Knife Makes Gorgeous Damascus Knives That Are Actually Affordable

When it comes to knives that look as good as they cut, there’s Damascus and everything else. That’s where ROM Knife–aka Romance of Men–comes in with their high quality, stylish and razor sharp Damascus steel.…

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At Home: Open All of Your Packages with This Affordable, 5-Star Utility Knife

Ordering things online for delivery is something we can all but guarantee everyone reading this has been doing for years. But we’re also willing to bet that you’ve been having even more things delivered during…

Cold Steel American Lawman S35VN

This one’s trending lately, and it’s not hard to see why. The Cold Steel American Lawman S35VN is an extremely robust knives. But that’s not especially unique considering knives Cold Steel makes are always extremely robust. What makes this noteworthy is its steel, which is apparently one of the best in the business.

The American Lawman S35VN features a 3.5-inch high-quality steel, fully drop point in shape. That means it’s a facile option for any cutting task, in the kitchen or elsewhere. Apart from its topnotch steel, the blade comes coated in diamond-like material for added endurance. As a result, it’s also corrosion resistant. Again, though, that’s not really special considering Cold Steel is a master at excellent blades.

Another highlight is the Tri-Ad lock, which the company says it has put through a hostile and rigorous torture test to ensure optimum safety. You can fold the knife when not in use, and it features expertly designed G-10 handles. That means it’s got excellent grip during both grip and retrieval. It’s also got a reversible clip.

In our opinion, this is the perfect Everyday Carry option if you’re in the middle of cobbling together a starting kit. It’s by no means the best choice, to be sure. But for what it’s for and what it does, you can’t go wrong with the American Lawman S35VN. This is a high-performance blade that’s no-fuss, no-nonsense, and ready as soon as you are. Hit the link below to see pricing and other details.

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CRKT Provoke Knife

Stay off the fancy gear when you’re merely dipping your toes in the Everyday Carry waters, they say. And they’d be right — there’s nothing like higher-tier blades to overwhelm the EDC neophyte and scare them off going further.

Except the CRKT Provoke Knife is too tempting to simply pass on. It’s not exactly holy grail EDC by any stretch of the imagination, but it’s a bit on the heavy side of things. But beginners who don’t mind burning a hole through their pocket can prance ahead.

The CRKT Provoke Knife draws from the karambit design, which itself is based on a tiger’s claw. It’s a classic template that’s both useful and very, very lethal. This knife here not only makes good use of its aesthetic underpinnings but evolves it. Here, you’ll find a Kinematic system that allows it to open just by pushing it with your thumb — without adjusting your grip.

As for the blade, we’re talking D2 steel, which needless to say guarantees its durability. It’s also wrapped in black titanium nitride for optimum corrosion resistance. The handle features anodized aluminum material. It’s also got an integrated pocket clip that sits nearly flush and raises via pressure on the outer edge.

At 2.41 inches, the blade is long enough to handle most objects you’ll be snipping. When closed, the entire thing is just 4.96 inches. Overall length, on the other hand, is a hair shy of 7 and a half inches, which is rightfully within the accepted range for an EDC.

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Bespoke Post: The Monthly Themed Box Service For Guys That Give A Damn

Men’s Gear has an exciting company to tell you about. What if you could get a ton of cool stuff delivered to your home every single month? With Bespoke Post, this is a reality. The coolest part is that the cost of the service is dwarfed by the contents inside the box.

As weird as it might be to believe, Bespoke Post stacks the boxes with products that are valued at $70 and up. Yet the cost of the service is only $45. Imagine that, you’re actually able to get a box that costs less than the products inside it if bought elsewhere.

Some may assume that this is just blowing smoke. You might even assume the contents of the box are clearly not that good for such a value and that the $70 cost is just a random number. However, that is not even close to true.

The boxes are made for men who love life and want to get the best possible fun a subscription box service can provide.

That means Bespoke Post could never attempt to offer a lesser product once you open the box. In fact, the company is quite open about how they are able to accomplish this. It comes down to a supply meeting the demand type of thing.

That said, what can you actually get with Bespoke Post every month? Plus, how does all of this work?

How Bespoke Post Actually Works

Bespoke Post Feature

A common issue that subscription boxes tend to have is that they do not think about the person. They have a simple box that they throw together every month that is the same for every person.

Since Bespoke Post is made for men, they knew that they could not be another cookie cutter subscription box service.

Smart men will see right through something like this. Before you even get the box, they ask you a series of questions to get to know you. This allows the company to make a box that fits the person.

While this can be similar to another guy who gets the service, it won’t be the case for everyone.

Some men like things other men do not, which means you need something that best fits your personality. The coolest part is that you know what comes with your box. Of course, there might be some things they add in that you may not know about.

However, the moment you sign up, you’ll know what box you will be getting.

Best of all, you can always swap things out and go with another box in the service. The boxes are then delivered mid-month, every month.

Let’s pretend there is an issue with a product in your box or perhaps you’re not happy with something. Bespoke Post offers free returns as well as free exchanges!

Perhaps you want to cancel the service or hold off on another box for a while. You can do this with ease as there is no yearly commitment. You can cancel or skip any time, and Bespoke Post will not penalize you or charge you a dime for this at any point.

What’s In The Box? WHAT’S IN THE BOX?!?

Bespoke Post Sample Box

A lot of people wonder what Bespoke Post has in their boxes made for men. However, they are quite open about things and let you know upfront. They have something from these categories:

  • Barware & Mixology
  • Style Accessories
  • Clothing & Apparel
  • Kitchen & Cooking
  • Grooming Supplies
  • Camping & The Outdoors
  • Travel & Bags
  • Music & Tech Gear

This is what their quiz helps them determine too. For example, you may not really care for grooming supplies. This allows them to form a box that may contain things from the other areas to make up for the removal of this. Truly, it’s all in how the box is formed by you, the user of the service.

Over 100,000 men have bought in and have seemingly loved their boxes from month to month.

Commonly the boxes will have things like a skillet with pancake mix included, knives, axes, travel bags, pens, matches, beard balm, shoes/boots, unique alcoholic drinks, and much more.

The Bespoke Post boxes are themed and perfect for guys who just love exploring new things. The products in these boxes are often unique with many of them coming from newer companies you may not know much about.

That means you’re discovering new and exciting companies every month with this service as well. How cool is that?!?

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Bespoke Post Barebones Knife

Bespoke Post offers something special to all new subscribers to their box service. You can join and take your quiz today for absolutely free!

Each month, you’ll get an email that allows you to know what is in the box. This is done for a few reasons, the first is to allow you to change things as mentioned above.

The second is that they may include things like clothing that will need your sizes and even the color you might want.

This can sometimes differ for men off and on, which is why they do it. As men, we know body changes happen. However, you may want to give a shirt or something to a friend. This allows you to change up sizes to fit that friend too.

This is a box service made for guys that give a damn about life and luxury at the same time. Yet despite the luxury it offers, it does not come at that type of price. Again, you’re only spending $45 a month for this amazing box service.

$45 for a service like this is an absolute steal!

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Benchmade 380 Aller

Often when an EDC is called compact, that means it’s so tiny it’s barely functional. Not the Benchmade 380 Aller. It’s compact but also highly functional, and that should perhaps come as no surprise. Seeing as this is Benchmade, it’s no wonder the 380 Aller is another refined, robust, and excellent addition to your EDC roster.

The Benchmade Aller 380 carries six essential functions, packed with a knife, a screwdriver and pry tool, bit driver, and bottle opener. When closed, it’s just 3.3-inch small. Apply pressure to its exposed tang, however, and out pokes a 1.6-inch CPM S30V wharncliffe blade.

This premium steel balances toughness, wear, and corrosion resistance in a package barely larger than your palm. The result is a staggeringly versatile EDC that comes in handy when the going gets tough.

The compact length and non-locking design might turn off some EDC heads who prefer something with more brute. But this also means it follows knife laws in many parts of the world. It’s also a perfect companion if you’re always traveling, especially in rough terrains. The Benchmade 380 Aller’s blade and tools extend from textured G-10 handles. That makes for a familiar resilient grip, plus a reversible pocket clip and lanyard hole.

If you’re a newcomer in the EDC world and are looking to expand your toolset, this is a great beginner’s option. Even if you’re far from your neophyte days, this is still a great one to have on-hand. The Benchmade 380 Aller, so versatile, is designed for daily use. It might just be your ticket out of a sticky situation.

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The James Brand Upgrades The Chapter With Crucible Steel

No self-respecting everyday carry fan can skip The James Brand in their EDC kit. A trusted and reliable name on ultra-portable and ultra-functional tools, The James Brand is already a household name for many. Its latest, an update on The Chapter, brings a number of measured upgrades to its flagship knife.

You’ll find that the trademark design remains intact. The James Brand certainly didn’t want to reinvent what’s already considered a near-perfect model. So you’re still getting the Titanium frame-lock construction and minimal moving parts for long term low-maintenance care.

Even still, you’ll find some serious under-the-hood refinements here that make the knife an even more airtight EDC essential.

The blade of The Chapter is now features incredible Crucible S35vn stainless steel, for instance. That’s a benchmark-grade, corrosion-resistant knife material that’s easy to care for.

You’ll also find ceramic bearings and a hidden lockface insert. The clip is now boasting 416 stainless steel and you get a 6al4v Titanium spacer, as well. For the handle material, you’re looking at 6al4v Titanium.

The Chapter comes in a variety of blade types and finishes. Colorways include Titanium plus Stainless, Black plus Stonewashed, and a combination of Black plus Titanium plus Stonewashed.

It’s a knife built for heavy-duty use and springs at the ready if you’re ever in a pinch. If you need a solid blade, you’ve found it. The Chapter is $295 a pop. Not good for your pockets, certainly. But perfect if you’re looking for a trusty companion in your adventures.

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Cold Steel Chaos Bowie Knife

Blade makers are wont to boast about how their knives carry a history of combat use, but Cold Steel is a rarity in that it went to town on that department. Thus comes the Bowie Knife, which, despite its violent past, has become one of the most remarkable outdoor fixed blades available.

Made for combat and now repurposed for your everyday carry woes, the Cold Steel Chaos Bowie features a 10.5-inch clip-point. It’s an SK-5 high-carbon steel blade, mind you, that’s finished in a sleek coat of black. Attached is a 6061 aluminum handle that comes with its own finger guard and glass breaker hilt.

One look at this knife makes it clear that Cold Steel took inspiration from the trench knives of the Second World War. But the shop doesn’t care much for nostalgia. After all, that past comes rife with tragedy and is best left alone.

Instead, Cold Steel chose to contextualize the blade for this new generation. It infused it modern materials but decided to let the classic styling cues remain. That combination makes for an excellent survival blade, ready to wield in any outdoor pickle you might find yourself in.

The Chaos Bowie also features a Secure-Ex sheath that’s super durable. Not only that, but it’s also incredibly light, and plus, it’s MOLLE-compatible. That’s basically your brute certification right there. Attach it to your tactical pack or belt loops, the choice is yours. Either way, you’ll know you have a hardcore knife on your person at all times. The best part? It’s just $120.

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Browning Shock N’ Awe Tomahawk Knife

The Browning Shock N’ Awe Tomahawk Knife is exactly the blade you’re looking for if you want a fine blend of power and speed in one awesome package. With it, you can hunt with style; who says emergency chopping jobs during, say, a camping trip, have to be a drab and dull experience?

The Tomahawk is a breeze to carry, just barely 3 pounds and is expertly balanced on all aspects. It’s pretty portable, too, at just 13.2 x 9.2 x 2.3. It’s comfortable enough to lug around with you without feeling like a chore after a few minutes. The handle is another highlight, featuring a wrap-around black nylon paracord that lets you hang it on your person for maximum convenience and efficiency.

From splitting kindling at your base camp to hacking your way out of a crashed helicopter, the Tomahawk knife has your back. It’s such a nice feeling to have this tactical tool around. It will make you one tough customer when serious trouble comes calling.

Now, on to the specifics. The Tomahawk offers a black powder coated sword-grade blade. It features a curved penetration spike capable of putting a serious hole in hardened targets. You’ll find a Black Label Tactical Blades logo on the side for showing off (wink). And it also boasts a Blade-Tech™ molded polymer sheath with Tek-Lok™ belt clip that you can easily adjust for carry angle and belt loop width. The only downside here is that the blade isn’t serrated, but you obviously have other everyday carry options for that. This one is for more heavy-duty stuff, and at $90, it’s an incredible value for your money.

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Ultimatedge Fixed-Blade Knife

This knife is the sharpest, strongest, most durable knife on the planet, or so Ultimatedge claims. Also, it apparently lasts 10 times longer than other knives in this category. The kicker? Its special metal alloy is twice as strong as titanium.

These aren’t just vague buzzwords: The folks behind this knife aren’t kidding around. The blade features patented alloy from NASA and Cal-Tech. Why stop there? Ultimatedge threw in Diamond-Like Carbon and tungsten to make it even sharper.

That technology, called LIQUIDIAMOND, is patented — no other knife company will be able to use it for this knife category, only Ultimatedge, so the Fixed-Blade Bushcraft & Survival Knife technically is the sharpest knife there is.

It doesn’t look anything quite special at first glance, but when it comes to knives, function always trumps form, and needless to say you won’t be disappointed by its performance. It’ll probably take a long time before you seen an alternative; chances are this knife is going to be your primary cutting tool.

In developing this knife, Ultimatedge says they were inspired by the fact that there has been very little innovation when it comes to knife-making, and they wanted to change the course of knife technology. After rigorous research, they eventually landed on the aforementioned LIQUIDIAMOND tech and made the sharpest knife in the world.

“We strongly believe this will reinvent the outdoor knife industry and become the NEW standard for excellence in this field,” according to the company.

You can visit the Kickstarter campaign and pledge $129 one Ultimatedge Knife. If all goes according to plan, you’ll have by March next year.

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CRKT Snap Lock Knife

At first glance, you’d never guess that the CRKT Snap Lock Knife has been around since 2004. Something about it just looks and feels timeless.

Is it the steampunk-ish design, which gives it a cutting-edge (pun intended), futuristic aesthetic? Or is it perhaps the complex mechanism that allows the blade to rotate on a completely different axis as compared to switchblades/folding-blades? Both those elements come together to give the Snap Lock knife a level of refinement and sophistication like no other, and because the design has stood the test of time, CRKT is reissuing the legendary blade for the modern crowd, giving them the opportunity to use “one of the most decorated knives of all time.”

The knife looks gorgeous from an aesthetic standpoint, no doubt about that. But on a utility standpoint, the design actually makes sense. The mechanism described above demands a hollow handle because the harder you grip it, the tighter the blade locks in place, which means the grip design isn’t just for show. Plus, it makes the whole knife lightweight. When closed, this wishbone frame also serves as the blade edge guard, keeping it out of harm’s way.

The Snap Lock blade has a drop point shape, and customers can choose between a plain edge or one with triple-point serrations. The folding knife extends to 6.5 inches, while the blade is 2.5 inches, and it even has a built-in money clip and a quick-release lanyard if you want to wear it around your neck. Own this magnificent piece knife today and keep asking “was this really designed in 2004?”

CRKT Snap Lock Knife