Knives & Multi-Tools

The 13 Most Popular Pocket Knife Brands

Stay sharp with the best blades in the business. Just don't blame us if your wallet is quite a bit lighter by the end of this post.

By Hayley Helms
The Complete Buying Guide to The James Brand
We break down one of the most popular brands in the world of knives …
By Hayley Helms
How to Swing an Axe, the Right Way
With the help of Best Made Co.'s Peter Buchanan-Smith, you too can m…
By Tanner Bowden
Meet the Woman Creating the Coolest Custom Knives
In the whimsical world of custom knifemaking, Kaila Cumings is a ris…
By Hayley Helms
Why Super Steel Pocket Knives Aren't Worth It
Most of us don't abuse our blades enough to justify the cost. Here's…
By Hayley Helms
Dec 8, 2023
What a Tanto Blade Is, and Why You Need One

The only thing cooler than the look is the history.

By Tanner Bowden
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Dec 5, 2023
The Best New Knives & EDC of 2023 (So Far)

Keep tabs on the latest releases with this regularly updated tally.

By Steve Mazzucchi and Sean Tirman
Nov 27, 2023
The Best Pocket Knife Sharpeners of 2023

Keep your skills sharp, and your blade sharper ... here's how to achieve the latter. (The former, you're on your own, kid.)

By Hayley Helms
Nov 19, 2023
It Took The James Brand Years to Design This Simple Knife

Classic style, made-in-USA manufacturing and a brand-new design feature for TJB come together in the Wells.

By Hayley Helms
Nov 13, 2023
The Best Bushcraft Knives of 2023

Don’t go into the woods without one.

By Tanner Bowden, Jonathan Olivier and Hayley Helms
Nov 10, 2023
The Best TSA-Approved Pocket Knives & EDC

The most useful tool for travel is the one that doesn't get confiscated at security.

By Hayley Helms
Nov 3, 2023
The James Brand's First-Ever Made in USA Knife is Back in Stock

And it comes with a super-steel blade made specifically for EDC, to boot.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 28, 2023
The CRKT Pilar III Is the Perfect Pocket Knife for Practically Everyone

I hadn't carried a pocket knife in years. Now, thanks to CRKT's Pilar III, I carry one every day.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 24, 2023
I Don't Carry a Full-Size Pocket Knife Anymore Thanks to This Little Blade

WESN's Henry is not feature-rich, made of the most premium materials or even full-size — and that's why I love it.

By Hayley Helms
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Oct 22, 2023
WESN's Kickstarter-Crushing Microblade Knife Gets a 2nd Redesign — and It's Better Than Ever

The best-selling keychain cutter keeps its svelte size and materials but gets some crowd-sourced premium upgrades.

By Sean Tirman
Oct 21, 2023
The Latest James Brand and Timex Collab Is Refreshingly Retro

The new Ironman Collection combines performance materials and '80s styling — and it's a combo you won't want to miss.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 19, 2023
The Best Pocket Knives of 2023

A decent pocket knife can be practical, but a great one will be indispensable.

By Tanner Bowden, Sean Tirman and Hayley Helms
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Oct 17, 2023
The Most Ambitious Multi-Tool Leatherman Has Ever Produced Is Now Available

We get hands on with the brand-new ARC, which features 20 tools, a new CPM-MagnaCut knife blade and the latest FREE technology.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 15, 2023
The Best Small Pocket Knives for Your EDC Kit

These tiny tools prove that sometimes, less is more.

By Hayley Helms
Oct 12, 2023
The Best Knife Sharpeners to Give Your Blades a Razor's Edge

A deep, hands-on dive into the different types of sharpeners, their benefits and drawbacks, and much more.

By Sean Tirman