Everyday Carry Gift Buying Guide (2020)
The complete gift buying guide for everyday carry gear enthusiasts and those looking to start their collections.
Knives
Maker of the Month #002 – Damned Designs
In this Maker of Month feature we sit down with Adrian from Damned Designs and learn more about what makes this EDC gear company tick!
REVIEW: Nitch Designs – Ingress
A beefy knife with a unique design. A perfect choice for those looking for something large that will turn heads.
REVIEW: Vero Engineering – Synapse Knife
From the M390 blade and Titanium frame to swappable overlays and great build quality, Vero Engineering’s Synapse has got a ton of things going right for it. I highly recommend picking one of these up if you’re looking to get a knife that features a unique design in a medium-sized package.
REVIEW: CRKT Offbeat™ II EDC Knife
CRKT has some of the most affordable folding knives on the market. The Offbeat™ II is the nylon handled version of its all stainless steel cousin (aptly named just: Offbeat™). The Offbeat™ II follows CRKT’s bread and butter by delivering a well-made tactical knife in a budget package. This is just what I expect from CRKT – nothing more, nothing less. A good knife for a beginning collector.
REVIEW: Vero Engineering – Impulse
The Impulse is a beast of a folder – it’s not made for someone looking for a knife that’ll sit quietly in their pocket. In fact, with all the customization options available at purchase you’ll be eager to pull this knife out to show all your friends. The knife is made well, has a fantastic Tanto blade shape, and is made of premium materials throughout. A solid purchase option for any blade enthusiast looking for a large folder.
REVIEW: Benchmade Barrage® Family
The Barrage® family of knives is one of Benchmade’s long-time best sellers and it’s for good reason. The knife feels great in the hand and comes in high-grade steel that will keep an edge for a while even under heavy use. It’s on the larger side for everyday carry purposes, but is a good option for anyone looking for a beefy folder with speedy blade action.
REVIEW: Benchmade Bugout – The Essential Lightweight EDC Folder
Benchmade’s Bugout™ family of knives is among my first recommendations when someone asks me options for their first “nice” folder. From the size, weight, shape, and materials… everything about the Bugout™ is ‘just right’. Though, don’t expect this knife to be pocket jewelry straight out of the box – there are mods to fix that.
