13 New Pocket Knives, Multitools and EDC Items: Benchmade and Spyderco

Spyderco is celebrating 50 years this year, which is a huge milestone by anyone’s estimation. As part of this celebration, it has launched this take on its popular Native series. But this is not a simple special program; it is very high. That’s because it gets a special amber bone handle, hand-forged Damascus steel bolsters and upgraded S90V steel. It also retains many of its popular features, such as the reliable, classic rear lock and Round Hole transmission.

The Fisher Space Pen may be the most important writing instrument since the invention of the pen itself. It has also been to the moon on all of NASA’s manned missions since the 1960s, including the later Artemis II missions. Now, it’s getting a different kind of American souvenir that sees all the same award-winning features packed into a new American flag-themed package with added durability in the form of a Cerakote finish.

A rare Böker multi-tool, the 3.5-inch, 1.45-ounce Grift is made of durable, wear-resistant 420 steel and offers cherry-picked essential functions. The business edge is ideal for scraping, bending and slight lifting, while the 90-degree angle of the main edge addresses the opening of the package and the opposite sided edge delivers flathead driver performance. Cutting the handle, on the other hand, keeps the Phillips screwdriver bit, protected by small rubber bands. Inserted into the bottle opener slot (next to the flathead), it becomes a legitimate, surprisingly powerful screwdriver.

Since its introduction, the Drop Bear has been among the most popular Kizer knife silhouettes at EDC. This new take suggests its use in a different way without losing what makes it popular with fans, such as its affordable price and flexibility. Available in two blade finishes and colors, this knife features a Nitro-V drop-point blade, crossbar lock, G-10 handle scales and thumb grip. Its handle also glows in the dark, making it easy to find and use in low light conditions. And if you want something smaller, there’s also a Parakeet version with the same feature set.

The next evolution of Benchmade’s flagship EDC knife has two major upgrades. First, its handle is 33 percent thinner, bringing it down to 1.72 ounces, much lighter than the classic 1.85-ounce Grivory handle. (That’s especially impressive considering it’s made of tough but sharp aluminum.) Second, the Bugout Vapyr boasts a premium 3.25-inch CPM-MagnaCut super steel drop-point blade with a black Cerakote lining (and a spine-enhancing grip section). The result is an unmatched combination of durability, corrosion resistance, edge retention and ease of sharpening.

Based on Tim Leatherman’s portrayal of the 1970s, Mr. Crunch, Leatherman Garage’s latest drop represents the latest iteration of that unique creation. Offered in CNC-machined 420 stainless steel with a Scotch-Brite finish, gold PVD details and a custom leather sheath, the Captain’s Crunch boasts a unique locking pliers, as well as multiple bit drivers, a ruler, a 2.2-inch lockable scalpel that can be converted to saw blade, boat wire and hard wire or nail wire. pin vice.

With its G-10 stitched handle (which really gives off the Micarta vibe), ergonomic handle design and crossbar lock, this knife might remind you of the Benchmade fan favorite Bugout. Thing is, this one comes in at (less than) half the price of an entry, making it a very budget-friendly option. And while it’s not indeed like the high-end, it still has everything you need in an EDC context, including a heavy-duty D2 blade with flexible shape, deep-carry pocket clip, lanyard hole and more.

Aulumu is growing into one of the most innovative technology service brands in the space. And with its new G05 Pro, it doubles down on its flagship MagSafe kickstand by using a five-function multi-tool. You get a screwdriver, a metal file, a saw, a utility blade and a SIM removal pin all made from an aluminum housing, and at an affordable price.

The third iteration of this compact, powerful multi-tool includes a 0-18mm adjustable wrench, permanent pen, phone stand, bottle opener, #11 scalpel, glass breaker and tritium spacers, all housed in a sturdy and lightweight titanium form.

Barnes is one of the best knives of The James Brand, noting that the first dress fits into the important folders. That means its handle is constructed from a single piece of solid billet titanium, making it incredibly strong, lightweight and durable. However, this model gets the added bonus of genuine British wool resin handles on the front side and spine, developed by Solidwool. That also makes this Böhler M390 blade perhaps the most unique knife handle ever.

Although it may seem strange to tap one of the top stars of the Jackass is an EDC knife manufacturing franchise, those who have been well versed in the world of everyday goods already know Chris Pontius’ deep love and respect for knives. Those who don’t know are sure to find out, now that he’s worked with respected brand GiantMouse on the aptly named Ace Pontius. Available in three configurations, all sporting the same flexible and performance-oriented Elmax blade (complete with finger hole insert). However, there are two different grip options: titanium or G10 (black or green).