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When it comes to knives and other cutlery‚ steel isn’t just steel. Not to knife aficionados! And it shouldn’t be that way for you either considering your knife is going to be one of your most depended upon tools in all sorts of emergencies. poking wooden board with knife Picking the right kind of steel will greatly influence what kind of work your knife is capable of‚ and also how you maintain it. All of them have advantages and disadvantages. Let’s look at two of the most popular high-end formulas‚ VG-10 and D2: which is better? VG-10 and D2 steel are both excellent‚ high-performance options but VG-10 has a major advantage in corrosion resistance whereas D2 is tougher and more durable. It’s hard to say which of these steels is outright better. They are both really excellent in their category‚ and excel at different things. Honestly‚ you probably wouldn’t go wrong with either of them‚ but I can help you figure out which one will give you the most perks depending on how you’re going to be using it and where you live. Grab those whetstones and let’s get going… The Basics: VG-10 VG-10 is a high-performance Japanese steel known for high chromium and superb corrosion resistance along with enough vanadium to help improve edge retention. Developed by the Takefu Special Steel Company‚ VG-10 actually stands for the gold 10‚ with gold being a common Japanese moniker for high quality. This excellent combination of corrosion resistance‚ easy sharpening‚ edge retention‚ and all-around performance has made VG-10 the darling of many demanding cutlery sectors‚ including kitchen knives as well as pocketknives‚ and others. Most VG-10 knives are still made in Japan today. VG-10 Composition Popping the hood‚ so to speak‚ on VG-10 we see that it is a durable and well-rounded steel with excellent characteristics thanks to its formulation‚ consisting of 15.5% chromium‚ 1% carbon‚ 1.2% molybdenum‚ 0.3% vanadium‚ 0.5% manganese‚ and 1.5% cobalt. Additionally‚ cobalt is particularly noteworthy since it increases both strength and hardness and permits the steel to be quenched at a much higher temperature‚ and itself augments the other elements which produce superior sharpening characteristics and corrosion resistance. Very cool and‚ no‚ it isn’t toxic or anything like that! The Basics: D2 D2 steel‚ often called D2 tool steel is a category of exactly that: tool steel which is often used for making dies‚ mandrels‚ cutting implements‚ and a lot more. These steels range from the cold-worked O-series through the air-hardened A-series and finally the high carbon-chromium content D-series which is commonly used to make all sorts of knives. These knives are renowned for hardness‚ toughness‚ and excellent durability‚ though they aren’t as tough as some lower alloy steels. D2 is particularly known for its sensitivity to heat treatment and though most commonly used for coarse cutting implements like shears‚ planers‚ and large-scale industrial tools it can be an inspired choice for smaller knives as well‚ including folding knives. It is superb for standing impact‚ and can stand up to heavy abuse without breaking and holds an edge for a long time. D2 Composition Looking at the formulation of D2 we see that it’s made up of an unusually high amount of chromium for tool steel‚ about 12%‚ 1.5% carbon‚ 0.9% vanadium‚ slightly less molybdenum at 0.8%‚ 0.45% manganese‚ 0.02% sulfur‚ and 0.4% silicon. The sulfur and silicon are particularly notable because they further increase the strength of the steel beyond what carbon can do by itself. This is partially what gives D2 its legendary reputation for strength and toughness. Advantages of VG-10 The major advantages of VG-10 are that it offers excellent cutting characteristics‚ including ease of sharpening‚ edge retention‚ and overall sharpness while being extremely corrosion-resistant. It isn’t the strongest‚ it isn’t the toughest‚ and it does not offer the most exceptional characteristics for sharpening‚ but it rates very good in all regards while being very resistant to rusting. These are huge advantages for a pocket knife that’ll be dealing with moisture‚ perspiration‚ acid from handling‚ salt splash and saltwater air‚ harsh chemicals‚ and more. VG-10 exhibits such excellent corrosion resistant properties that‚ once sharpened‚ you can count on it to maintain that hair-popping edge even when subjected to things that would easily degrade lesser steels. And when you need to sharpen again‚ VG-10 proves quite easy to sharpen. For a general-purpose knife that sees lots of carry‚ lots of use‚ or both‚ it’s tough to do better than that. Advantages of D2 All of the advantages D2 brings to the table center around durability. Knives made from this steel are very‚ very tough and durable‚ resistant to breaking‚ chipping‚ and holding an edge like there is no tomorrow‚ though they are harder to sharpen in the first place compared to VG-10. However‚ the major drawback is that because it contains so much more carbon than VG-10 it is significantly more prone to rusting‚ although not as bad as some other tool steels. This means you’ll need to spend a little more effort getting D2 sharp in the first place‚ and not all sharpeners are up to that task‚ and also keeping it oiled so that it won’t rust. But we need to hack‚ chop‚ saw‚ and engage in other kinds of activities that would be abusive for other steels‚ D2 can do it and smile. What Kind of Knife is Best Suited for VG-10? I would say the best sort of knife for VG-10 is either a modern high-performance pocketknife that will withstand rust no matter the conditions‚ or else a fixed blade‚ maybe in the kitchen knife‚ that will be used for a lot of food prep. Acidic foods like tomatoes‚ fruit‚ sugary things‚ sauces‚ and more won’t phase VG-10 at all. If you live on or near the coast‚ know that you have particularly acidic perspiration‚ or will be subjecting your knife to wet conditions regularly‚ VG-10 is a great choice… What Kind of Knife is Best Suited for D2? D2 is the go-to steel for any knife that is going to go a long time between sharpenings‚ because it can hold an edge really well‚ or will be used for hacking‚ chopping‚ cleaving‚ sawing‚ and other chores that tend to be very hard on knives generally. It’s a great choice for large and stout fixed blades or substantial folding knives that can work as fixed blades in a pinch. It also makes for a truly heavy-duty tool that can be used like a pry bar‚ chisel‚ or anything else that will subject the knife to high impacts and lots of them. Bottom Line: Which Should You Get? It’s a coin toss. All around‚ I prefer VG-10 because I don’t mind sharpening my knife more regularly and I appreciate how corrosion-resistant it is while being a good performer in all other regards. But‚ if you know you’re going to be putting your knife through the ringer and you don’t mind keeping it oiled to protect it from rust‚ it’s hard to argue against D2. Ultimately‚ I think it is the x-factors that will recommend one over the other for most users: if you live near corrosive saltwater‚ go VG-10. If you need a bushcraft knife that will go to hell and back and you are an expert sharpener‚ D2 will definitely go the distance where other steels won’t. The post VG-10 vs. D2 Steel in Knives: Which is Better? appeared first on Survival Sullivan.

Survival magazines are a great way to stay informed‚ learn new skills‚ and be entertained. The best survival magazine is the one you feel you can learn the most from. You’ll need a variety of content and good writing to keep you interested and learning. In a world where we have digital versions of everything‚ it’s nice to be able to pick up and put down a magazine and glance at it whenever you want. We list out the ten best survival magazines below‚ so if you are looking for a new read you can try them out. About half of these can be found at your local grocery store‚ and the other half can be hunted down in bookstores where they have larger magazine racks. You can always opt to get them delivered with a subscription too- so we’ve ferreted out the cheapest places to get bargain subscriptions on these specific magazines. Will the top 2 keep their spots? Find out below and see Sean’s pick. Contents (Jump to a Section) What are Survival Magazines? What to Look For 10. Self-Reliance 9. Grit 8. Backwoods Home Magazine 7. Mother Earth News 6. The New Pioneer 5. The Backwoodsman 4. Ballistic 3. Backwoods Survival Guide 2. Offgrid (Recoil) 1. Prepper Survival Guide Other Survival Magazines Out of Print Magazines What are Survival Magazines? Survival magazines can cover a wide range of topics‚ ranging from urban survival to chicken coops. All of the topics relate in some way to preparing for‚ preventing‚ and mitigating disasters. They range from modern highly produced magazines with action-packed photos to old-school page-turners with letters to the editor and reader contributions. Like most things survival‚ the definition is broad. What to Look For A good survival magazine should be both informative and entertaining. It should also have: Quality Content – Filler articles‚ tons of advertisements‚ and plain old conjecture really take away from the content of a survival magazine. You’ll want to see expert survivalists and preppers weighing in and being cited in the articles. You’ll want proof that the gear they hawk is actually good. You’ll want the magazine to not be two-thirds ads. Content Variety – Several great magazines that focus on a small segment of survival (HAM‚ firearms‚ bushcraft magazines‚ etc) were left off of this list just because they are too niche when compared to the survival category. There are plenty of good single-topic magazines out there we would suggest but we stuck closer to magazines that cover a wider range of survival topics. Consistency – Reading a magazine once a year is okay‚ but when they put out their issues consistently at a higher clip the information more readily stays on your mind. Beyond those‚ you may be on the lookout for a specific type of content. We go over what each rag covers in our top 10 picks‚ but prepping and survival are broad subjects. The top magazines that we choose are usually equally broad. Wilderness survival tips in Prepper Survival Guide‚ contributed by Craig Caudill. Now without much further mulling about‚ let’s get to the list. I singled my personal favorite‚ so be on the lookout for “Sean’s Pick”. 10. Self-Reliance No matter where you are‚ you can live a more self-reliant life. US $19.99 Newsstand Price Quarterly Frequency 4.6 Stars 14+ Issues $11.25* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Since 2016‚ Self-Reliance magazine has been sharing how to do just that. With a myriad of homesteading topics‚ they can help you survive on your own with articles on foraging‚ solar‚ homesteading farm‚ and pantry planning. It started as a Kindle-only magazine back in 2013 and officially became its own publication separate from Backwoods Home Magazine in 2016. The magazine is a family-run magazine with a modest circulation of about 15‚000 per issue. It’s 100 pages of homesteading‚ prepping‚ and community articles and guides from Sam Duffy’s group that you can tell are passionate about it. 9. Grit Rural Amercian living‚ chronicled since the 19th century. US $8.99 Newsstand Price 6 issues per year 4.7 Stars 80+ Issues $4.50* at Speedy Mags $4.16* at Magazine Values * per issue with a subscription Since 1882‚ Grit has been delivering on their promise to celebrate rural America. The articles document a wide blend of rural life topics that overlap with homesteading‚ off-grid living‚ survival‚ and prepping enough to include in our list this year. 8. Backwoods Home Magazine Solid‚ practical‚ hands-on information on a wide range of self-reliance topics. US $24.99 Newsstand Price 4 issues per year 4.4 Stars 250+ Issues $9.99* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Dave Duffy started Backwoods Home Magazine in his garage back in 1989‚ and they have had a good run since. Sam Duffy took it over in 2019 to bring it back to print after a hiatus where it was only available online. Rumor is that the hiatus was a ploy to drop the ‘lifetime subscription’ that Dave Duffy sold back in the day for fast money that ended up catching up with him and putting the magazine in the red. It’s a good read of 113 pages per issue on homesteading‚ backwoods prepping‚ and one article each on firearms and politics. If you looking for grounded down-to-earth preparedness‚ this quarterly magazine is a good pickup. 7. Mother Earth News The original guide to living wisely. US $10.99 Newsstand Price 6 issues per year 4.6 Stars 300+ Issues $6.67* at Magazine Values * per issue with a subscription Mother Earth News has been around for over 50 years as a magazine publication and is also online. They are the authority on everything organic‚ homesteading‚ DIY‚ natural health‚ sustainable‚ etc. They tout the magazine as a guide to living “with little money and abundant happiness” since they focus on cheap sustainable living. You can find some pretty good deals on subscriptions since they are one of the highest circulation magazines on our list‚ at over 500‚000 subscriptions. 6. The New Pioneer The complete guide to self-reliant living. US $10.95 Newsstand Price Bi-Annual Frequency 4.3 Stars 12+ Issues $9.99* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription The New Pioneer is only published twice a year‚ but it’s got lots of great info on modern homesteading. They call it ‘the complete guide to self-reliant living’ and focus on gardening‚ livestock‚ preserving‚ and other homesteading skills. It’s published by Athlon Outdoors‚ which put out a few other magazines on our list. It’s easy to get caught up as this is a relatively new magazine on age-old skills. 5. The Backwoodsman Dedicated to preserving Frontier-style living‚ primitive hunting‚ and fishing. US $9.99 Newsstand Price Bi-Monthly Frequency 4.8 Stars 250+ Issues $8.99* at eBay $5* at Backwoodsman * per issue with a subscription The Backwoodsman is a romantic ode to wilderness survival skills. It celebrates Frontiersman and has successfully carried that banner for over 40 years. Inside‚ you’ll find plenty of articles discussing survival skills without any modern conveniences. I personally enjoy reading Backwoodsman. I’m admittedly not as familiar with many of the backwoods tips and how-tos‚ but that is one reason I find it a valuable read- it covers a weakness in my own preparedness. Also‚ it has the feel of an older magazine‚ with letters to the editor and reader contributions included. I’m a sucker for nostalgia in that way and appreciate how the magazine is the standard bearer for wilderness survival. 4. Ballistic Firearm-focused‚ with survival situations scattered in. US $9.99 Newsstand Price Bi-Monthly Frequency 4.6 Stars 50+ Issues $3.83* at Magazine Values $3.66* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Ballistic isn’t a new publication‚ but after Survivor’s Edge folded‚ much of that content has made its way into here. It’s labeled as ‘the premier firearms &; survival magazine’‚ but the focus definitely leans towards firearms. That isn’t necessarily a bad thing‚ and the editorial quality is top-notch as well. 3. Backwoods Survival Guide Practical advice for the simple life. US $9.95 Newsstand Price Bi-Monthly Frequency 4.9 Stars X+ Issues $3.33* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Jim Cobb’s Backwoods Survival Guide covers the outdoors‚ homesteading‚ and do-it-yourself projects. The topics are broad enough that there is always something new to take away in every issue. The diverse subjects make it great for anyone‚ whether they call themselves a prepper or not. 2. Offgrid (Recoil) Emergency preparedness‚ in-depth gear testing‚ urban &; wilderness survival. US $9.99 / CAN $10.99 Newsstand Price Bi-Monthly Frequency 4.5 Stars 50+ Issues $8.33* at Magazine Values $4.50* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Offgrid Magazine is published under the same umbrella as Recoil Magazine‚ which can help explain how they put out great reads. For starters‚ all of the magazines focused on firearms (see Recoil or Ballistic) have much larger audiences and make more money than survival or prepping magazines. But when these same magazine creators make survival magazines- they can bring a much larger pool of resources. These extra resources make these magazines a much better production‚ as exemplified by Offgrid Magazine. They may have more ads in them‚ but they also have access to high-profile interviews‚ an amazing array of gear‚ and very proficient writers. 1. Prepper Survival Guide Be better prepared for emergencies large and small. US $12.99 / CAN $13.99 Newsstand Price Bi-Monthly Frequency 4.4 Stars 15+ Issues $5.00* at Speedy Mags * per issue with a subscription Prepper Survival Guide may not be published very often with only four issues per year‚ but they are always solid when they hit the newsstands. They have more time to source quality articles and find topics that stay relevant‚ without being redundant. Trust us‚ it’s easy to fall into a pattern where you end up repeating yourself when you write about survival- but the Prepper Survival Guide team pulls it off effortlessly. Jim Cobb‚ the editor (you may recognize him from BSG earlier)‚ has a knack for staying relevant. He explains it best: “Our approach is very basic. We’re very focused on common-sense‚ practical approaches to getting people better prepared for life’s emergencies. We’re not looking at the end of the world. We’re looking at common things that can happen and what you can do ahead of time to lessen the impact.” Other Survival Magazines Here are a few more survival-related magazines that you could consider but didn’t make the rankings due to content quality‚ distribution type (digital only‚ country restrictions‚ etc)‚ or other reasons. American Frontiersman – This quarterly print magazine celebrates frontier life but also throws in some product reviews and how-tos. American Outdoor Guide (Boundless) – A digital delivery magazine and the follow-up to American Survival Guide has shifted its focus to the outdoors with survival being secondary. Bushcraft Magazine – This rag is run in the UK and looks like it might be pretty good. Unfortunately‚ they don’t ship to my address here in the US so we couldn’t consider them in the rankings. They also put on the annual Bushcraft Show which is one of the best survival expos. Out of Print Magazines There has been a slew of magazines printed that are related to prepping and survival. Some had a good run and others died a timely death. American Handgunner’s SURVIVE – The last issue was in 2019 (that I’ve seen)‚ but this bi-annual magazine did have a variety of survival topics that were interesting. American Survival Guide – American Survival Guide has existed for over 8 different iterations‚ and after 11 years as “American Survival Guide‚” they yet again changed their name to “American Outdoor Guide” for the ninth iteration just this past year. Many consider ASG’s heyday to be from 1979 to the mid-90s. The highest it ranked on our list was #3. Back Home – Running no more than a few years in the late 90s and early 2000s‚ Back Home was considered by many to be superior to Backwoods Home. It completely folded (digital too) in 2014. Be Ready – Stealing the FEMA slogan didn’t work too well. This rag put out by The Shotgun News didn’t last more than a year in 2014. Doomsday – An ASG spinoff in 2015 (a little late to capitalize on the Doomsday Preppers TV show) didn’t last long. Eagle – Focusing on ‘adventure‚ survival‚ and truth’‚ this Stanly Harris mag lasted from 1991-1995. EDC – It looks like Engaged Media is having trouble with its survival-focused arm because this went out of print at the same time as ASG/AOG. Guns and Survival – Not sure what happened with this one‚ but it’s out of print. Living Ready – This one lasted several issues in 2012 – 2014 as a spinoff of Gun Digest. It folded hard and doesn’t even have a website anymore. Practical Survival – This magazine focused on natural living and self-reliance. Not bad‚ but it went under a few years ago. Prepare – This one lasted a few years in the mid-2010s. Prepper and Shooter – This lasted only four issues back in 2014. Self Reliance Illustrated – Lots of pictures (as you may have guessed from the title) put out by Self Reliance Outfitters for 22 issues. Self Reliance Journal – Around the turn of the century‚ this one didn’t last long. Information was kind of all over the place with ATV reviews‚ airline travel tips‚ and snowshoe recommendations. Stay Alive – Living Ready didn’t present this magazine for very long- it looks like it was around for a few issues in 2016. Street Survival Weapons – A firearms mag disguised as a survival mag just ends up being comically bad. Briefcase guns! As far as I know‚ this publication didn’t make it out of the 20th century. Survivalist – A huge variety of writers from 2012-2016 with 27 issues. Survive – Also “Survive – Guns and Action” from the team at Soldier of Fortune. Like the banner magazine‚ these all folded and exist just as content on the Soldier of Fortune website. Survivor’s Edge – This magazine has been rolled up (and watered down) into the flagship magazine from Athlon: Ballistic. At one point‚ it made it as high as #4 on our list. Vigilante – Four issues back in 1978. Some people think it was great‚ but I don’t see what the fuss was about. U.S. Militia – Kurt Saxon had a weird conglomeration of other people’s work (without credit) but some of it was weird conspiracies‚ like Martians. The Final Word Survival magazines can give you the information you need to have an edge if SHTF. There is plenty of knowledge out there‚ and a good magazine makes it easier to borrow some of it while you are on the go. There is a wide range of topics and personalities just inside the survival community‚ and some magazines do a great job of highlighting these. If you are looking for other ways to explore survival and prepping topics‚ check out these roundups and guides: The 10 Best Prepper YouTube Channels 50 Survival Movies Preppers Should Watch Home Survival Kit List‚ Guide‚ and Checklist If you have any favorite magazines that we may have missed or chosen not to rank‚ weigh in below in the comment section. We will give the ones that we haven’t seen or read in a while a shot. Keep exploring‚ stay prepared‚ and be safe. You’ve Been Missing Out Join 29‚241 preppers getting no-spin prepping advice by subscribing to TruePrepper. Practical guides and tips Useful survival giveaways Free‚ forever <; 0.4% of people unsubscribe Thanks for subscribing‚ reading‚ and welcome to the club.             The post The 10 Best Survival Magazines for Preppers [2024] appeared first on TruePrepper.

Following are two videos I recently watched about SHTF and/or layered defense that I enjoyed. Hope you find them helpful and‚ more importantly‚ that you never need them. But‚ then‚ this is where I’m afraid we’re headed…

When you look at knives these days‚ especially tactical types‚ the handles are usually finished in one of three colors: black‚ green‚ or tan. Sure‚ there are variations to each of those like Ranger Green versus OD Green‚ or Flat Dark Earth versus Desert Tan‚ but there are plenty of other colors on the spectrum for those willing to break out of this tactical trifecta. Orange symbolizes safety in most situations‚ because it stands out from everything else‚ and a blaze orange color has been used by hunters for decades because the color isn’t often found in nature. For this reason‚ on an orange knife‚ it makes a great handle or even blade color. This might seem peculiar‚ as when Tactical Timmy is gearing up for an Instagram photo‚ he wants all his colors to blend in and match his outfit. Desert camo apparel means a similarly colored handle on his knife; a woodland pattern means an OD or camo-style handle. That’s great if you’re in a combat setting attempting to conceal yourself from an opposing force‚ but much less practical in other situations. While it may look cool‚ what happens when that drab-colored knife is dropped onto sand‚ foliage‚ soft snow‚ or in a low-light environment where it can’t be seen because it’s blending into the background too well? For this reason‚ orange can be a better choice if your definition of tactical is less about concealment and more about being able to complete the task at hand. Another reason people like an orange handle is its public perception. If you have to use the knife around “non-knife people‚” orange tends to be perceived as a benign tool rather than an intimidating weapon — we know that’s illogical‚ but it’s still worth remembering. This goes back to the original point of associating orange with safety. Whether you’re going for the safety aspect‚ you don’t want to misplace your knife in the field‚ or you simply like the color‚ most major knife manufacturers offer orange as an option for the handle or the blade. We’re going to take a look at a few of these high-visibility knives. Outdoor Edge Razor EDC Lite 2.5 The RazorEDC Lite is a replaceable blade folding knife. It uses Japanese 420J2 stainless steel blades‚ which provide an excellent balance between corrosion resistance and edge retention. When the edge goes dull‚ you simply change the blade with the push of a button. Its handle has thermoplastic rubber insets that offer a secure grip‚ even in challenging conditions. This is several steps up from a traditional box cutter‚ razor knife‚ or sheetrock knife because the replacement blades offer a higher-quality steel and are available in a number of configurations. Overall length: 6 inches Blade Length: 2.5 inches Weight: 2.5 ounces Blade Material: 420J2 Stainless Price: $25 URL: outdooredge.com Pros: Comfortable‚ ergonomic handle Replacing blades seems a bit odd for an EDC knife‚ but the blades are sharp and seem to hold up well. This makes for a great backup or alternate knife that has a very benign appearance. Cons: People have skinned deer and dressed game with these knives‚ but don’t mistake it for a hard use blade for prying or batoning wood. The clip is set up for right-handed use only. SOG Ether FX SOG’s Ether FX is one of those knives that’ll be a favorite with hikers‚ hunters‚ and anyone who must minimize the amount of weight that they’re carrying. This small and handy fixed blade comes with a high-tech-looking sheath that works better strapped to a pack as opposed to a belt mode of carry. It’s a very well-thought-out design from the perspective of a minimalist-style blade with plenty of dimples and jimping for tactile manipulation. Its orange scales should prevent you from losing it on a hike or mountain bike ride when you backtrack and see it laying wherever you might have dropped it. Overall length: 7.1 inches Blade Length: 3.1 inches Weight: 2.1 ounces Blade Material: S35VN Handle Material: G10 Price: $128 URL: sogknives.com Pros: S35VN steel is a good one that offers edge retention‚ strength‚ and corrosion resistance. This lightweight knife is unbelievably rugged and capable. The full-length jimping at the top of the blade makes for a very work-friendly type of knife. Cons: The blade could’ve been sharper. The sheath design is awkward to mount consistently. Cold Steel Engage Clip Point The Engage series of folding knives represents the introduction of Cold Steel’s exclusive‚ patent-pending Atlas Lock. This is a locking mechanism that has proven itself to be particularly strong and safe. The series is offered with a variety of steels and different blade lengths. The blade has a small indent on the spine that makes for a comfortable hold during precision work. The glass-filled nylon grips are ergonomically contoured for a secure grip and include large integral lanyard holes. The pocket clips are reversible for left- or right-handed use. Overall‚ it has a nice look with the contrast between orange and black. Overall length: 7.3 inches Blade Length: 3 inches Weight: 2.3 ounces Blade Material: 4116 Stainless Handle Material: GFN Price: $80 URL: coldsteel.com Pros: Great performance given its affordable price The Atlas Lock is incredibly smooth and intuitive to use. 4116 steel may not be a top-shelf type‚ but it came sharp‚ resharpens easily‚ and is very rust resistant. Cons: The pocket clip was a bit tight and took a while to get it to hold just right in the pocket. This might work better in a sheath. The placement of the Atlas Lock takes a little getting used to. Sniper Bladeworks UC Utility The Weekender is a multi-bladed pocketknife equipped with tools to improve your weekend — or any day. It features a 3-inch clip-point blade for your EDC cutting needs‚ and a 2-inch drop-point blade for smaller cutting jobs; the bottle opener ensures all your favorite beverages can be opened with ease. The Weekender is a USA-made folder to enhance your life. The blades are made of CPM-S30V steel‚ ensuring that they stay sharp when you need them. The Micarta handle offers a great gripping surface and will last virtually forever. There are other versions of this model in the works with different blade options and colors of Micarta. Overall length: 7.6 inches Blade Length: 4.3 inches Weight: 6.1 ounces Blade Material: SUJ2 Handle Material: G10 Price: $150 URL: sniperbladeworks.com Pros: Very sharp out of the box with nice thin edges for slicing CPM-S30V is a premium knife steel with superb edge retention. The bottle opener comes in handy when you need it. Cons: As good a steel as S30V is‚ it can be difficult to sharpen. There’s no lanyard hole on this to help you secure the knife. T. Kell Knives Striker (Hi Viz) Tim Kell designed this model a few years ago as a compact military fighting knife‚ but that doesn’t preclude it from being suitable for daily carry. The clip point is a slight one‚ meaning that it could be confused with a drop point. The balance on this blade is incredible‚ and the grip fits in the hand well. This version features the Hi Viz color G10‚ but all the scales on T. Kell knives can easily be swapped out. These knives are designed and built by a Marine Corps veteran who learned what qualities make for a good working knife. The in-house proprietary heat treat is phenomenal with regard to making these knives combat ready. Overall length: 7.8 inches Blade Length: 3.9 inches Weight: 5.8 ounces Blade Material: 80Crv2 with nickel boron coating Handle Material: G10 Price: $225 URL: tkellknives.com Pros: Very light and easy to carry Fantastic balance and works well in the forward and reverse grip 80Crv2 is a great steel that’s easy to sharpen and takes a ton of abuse. Cons: It’s great for a small concealable blade‚ but this model should be made as a full-sized fighting knife. These knives are handmade and tend to sell out quickly‚ so availability can be an issue. Microtech Knives Ultratech DE The Ultratech series is the flagship of Microtech’s OTF lines of knives. This one has an orange handle and a perfectly symmetrical double-edged blade. The spring in the firing mechanism is designed to remain at rest whether open or closed to reduce wear on the internals. The blade steel on this one is CTS 204 P‚ which is becoming the steel of choice for a lot of custom and high-end production knives. This knife carries well and the orange anodized handle on this model makes it easy to spot if you drop it. It also gives it a benign rescue look‚ at least until the automatic blade is deployed. Overall length: 8.4 inches Blade Length: 3.5 inches Weight: 34.5 ounces Blade Material: CTS 204 P Handle Material: Aluminum Price: $308 URL: microtechknives.com Pros: CTS 204 P seems to be a very good steel‚ and we found it easy to touch up the edge a bit. The action is amazing and extremely smooth both opening and closing. The handle has comfortable contours and texturing where you need it. Holding it is like shaking hands with an old friend. Cons: One side of the double-edged blade wasn’t as sharp as the other. You need a proprietary tool to disassemble the knife. Spyderco Assist FRN Orange Spyderco’s Assist was designed for emergency/fire/rescue professionals who rely on their knives. It has a blunt tip to prevent injuries while cutting someone free of a seatbelt or other predicament. It’s mostly serrated‚ but the first inch of the tip is a straight edge for detailed cutting. The wavy pattern along the top of the blade lets you place a piece of rope between the half-open blade and handle and scissor the blade shut. The safety orange FRN handle is nicely contoured to your palm. In the closed position‚ squeeze the blade deeper into the handle and a retractable glass breaker protrudes from the base. Outlined in contrasting black on the handle’s spine is a shrill survival whistle. Overall length: 8.4 inches Blade Length: 3.7 inches Weight: 4 ounces Blade Material: VG-10 Handle Material: FRN Price: $172 URL: spyderco.com Pros: This model is packed with a survival whistle‚ glass breaker‚ and a unique scissor action. A perfect tool for vehicle emergency kits It’s a very safe knife for most people to handle. Cons: If you don’t like serrations‚ you won’t like this one. We’d prefer a lanyard hole instead of the whistle. 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