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The Best $50 Pocket Knives to Buy Now

Think a cheap knife can’t be a good knife? Throw that idea out. A lot of us have grumbled about rising costs in the knife world, but honestly, the real story is how many more quality options you get for less cash. Today’s low-cost folders can compete with gear that used to cost triple the price. Premium-feeling opening actions, durable steels, and thoughtful ergonomics are now the bare minimum at this tier. More

Best Fixed Blades of 2025

Thousands of new knives passed through our hands this year, but only the top ten were good enough to make this list! How did we pick the best knives of 2025? Well, we noticed something interesting about this year’s crop of new knives: while there were lots of great releases, there were no runaway winners. So instead of hunting for a single champ to crown, we brought together the fixed blades that genuinely stood out for design, carry, value, or just pure usefulness. More

Pro-Tech Malibu vs Alternatives: Can Anything Beat the Button Lock Icon?

The Pro-Tech Malibu earned its icon status instantly: the moment it hit the market, every other flipper seemed worse by comparison. The Malibu's manual button lock flipper action was so good, in fact, that it singlehandedly kicked off a resurgence of fidget-friendly button lock folders that continues to this day. Now it's time for Pro-Tech to face the music: can anything beat the Malibu? More

These 3 Beginner Knives Are All You Really Need

How many knives do we actually need? And how much do you actually need to spend to cover day-to-day tasks, outdoor adventures, and the fun of learning a new hobby? Whether you're new to EDC, knife collecting, or just looking to simplify, we think three knives can cover almost everything for most people. More