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Spyderco byte April 2024 - EDGE-U-CATION: Tip-Up Versus Tip-Down Carry Tip-Up Versus Tip-Down Carry Some arguments never die. In the firearms world, never-ending debates over topics like 9mm versus .45 and revolver versus semi-auto have sold gun magazines for decades. For knife enthusiasts, one comparable topic is the controversy over tip-up versus tip-down carry. Like most discussions of this type, the real answer ultimately depends upon well-informed personal preference, so the goal of this article is to provide a basis for “well informed.” First, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page regarding terminology. A folding knife’s clip “orientation” refers to the direction of the blade’s tip when the knife is in the closed position...

Spyderco byte April 2024 - Featured Product: PARA MILITARY 2 Salt Black G-10 C81GMCBKP2 - PARA MILITARY® 2 Salt® Black G-10 CPM® MagnaCut® MSRP: $315.00 ORIGIN: USA “Ultimate” is a strong word. By nature, its application is also very subjective—as it should be. However, when it comes to describing the new Para Military 2 Salt’s exceptional synthesis of design, reputation, and materials, “ultimate” seems to fit amazingly well. The iconic Military Model and the first-generation Para Military, both designed by co-founder Sal Glesser The Para Military 2 design traces its history back to its first-generation predecessor and even further to the original Spyderco Military™ Model. Designed by Spyderco co-founder Sal Glesser and...

EXTREMA RATIO PRESENTS: GLAUCA G1 Glauca G1, evolution of the Glauca model, features characteristics that were specifically designed for the renowned GSG9, special unit of the Bundespolizei, which has officially adopted it. The handle is made of anodized anticorodal aluminum in tactical mud colour. It is equipped with a tungsten carbide glass-breaker on the pommel and a clip that can be set in three different positions (one of which is frontal). On the back there is a stainless-steel marlin spike, which can be locked when open, and a foldable rescue tool which allows the operator to make a quick emergency cut to free any injured from their clothing. This second tool is also excellent as a belt cutter. The blade locking system...

EXTREMA RATIO presents - BD4 ADRA The Arditi Distruttori of the Regia Aeronautica (ADRA), operating in North Africa during the Second World War, earned two silver medals for military valor. The ADRA Battalion had the task of carrying out complex sabotage missions at enemy airports by means of guerrilla techniques which had been unknown until then. During official ceremonies, the 17th Stormo Incursori – lines up carrying on their belt the only true witness of daring, the ADRA combat dagger designed by Extrema Ratio. Extrema Ratio has designed a special edition of the historic BD4 model with new finishes in a double edge version (BD4 ADRA CONTRACTOR) and single edge (BD4 ADRA) to mark 20 years since the establishment of the unit. The...

Otter - Unser neues Taschenmesser OTTER "Bergmann" Liebe Messerfreunde, frisch prämiert auf der IWA OutdoorClassics 2024 mit dem 2. Platz beim IWA Knife Award in der Kategorie "Klassiker" möchten wir euch unseren OTTER "Bergmann" vorstellen. Das kompakte Taschenmesser greift in seiner Gestaltung die handwerklichen Traditionen und Innovationen der Regionen rund um Solingen auf und ist der perfekte Alltagsbegleiter. Die ausgesuchten Materialien unterstreichen diesen Ansatz noch einmal zusätzlich. So finden sich in diesem Messer Anklänge aus dem Ruhrgebiet, dem Bergischen Land und Solingen als Klingenstadt selbst. Ab sofort im Online-Shop erhältlich!: OTTER "Bergmann" | 180_EBE (https://www.otter-messer.de/OTTER-Bergmann/180-EBE)

Fox Knives - The ANZU Family FX-560 CFOR Black PVD Magnacut blade 3K carbon fiber handle Orange anodized aluminium spacer Black idroglider stainless steel clip and screws FX-560 ALBR Black PVD Magnacut blade Bronze anodized aluminium handle Black anodized aluminium spacer Black idroglider stainless steel clip and screws FX-560 ALOR Stone washed Magnacut blade Sky blue anodized aluminium handle Orange anodized aluminium spacer Stainless steel clip and screws FX-560 G10B Black PVD stone washed Magnacut blade Black G10 handle Green anodized aluminium spacer Black idroglider stainless steel clip and screws

Fox Knives - The new Billao - Now available NOW AVAILABLE - FX-654 CR Fox Knives'reinterpretation of the famous Billao knife is a tribute to the traditional knife of the official equipment of the Police of Italian Africa (PAI). Fox Knives wanted to maintain the historical consistency and authentic aesthetics of the original knife while making improvements to impart sturdiness through new manufacturing technology. The PAI (Police of Italian Africa) was established in 1936 as the Colonial Police Corps. It was responsible for security and public order in the territory of Libya, the Italian governorate in Ethiopia and the colonies of AOI (Italian East Africa). It was the first armed force in Italy to be dependent on acivilian ministry...

Spyderco byte March 2024- EDGE-U-CATION®: Getting a Grip Getting a Grip Using a sharp cutting tool safely and efficiently requires a secure grip. Over the years, Spyderco has enabled our customers to achieve that grip by incorporating a variety of handle designs, shapes, materials, and textures. Some of these have focused primarily on the aesthetic qualities of the handle material. Others have emphasized function over form to provide the most secure purchase possible. Still others have balanced these two goals with a unique synergy of style and grip security. To better understand your options for achieving a positive grip on your knife, let’s take a closer look at the history of Spyderco’s handle designs and the options still...

Spyderco byte March 2024- Featured Product: MANIX® 2 Lightweight Salt C101PYL2 - MANIX® 2 Lightweight Salt MSRP: $232.00 ORIGIN: USA In 2003, Spyderco set a new standard in ultra-corrosion-resistant cutting tools with the introduction of our first Salt® Series knife. As that series steadily grew, most of its members shared common characteristics. Specifically, they were based on time-tested Japanese-made folder designs featuring back lock mechanisms. This remained the standard until 2017, when our Caribbean™ Salt models joined the series. They expanded the family’s scope to include the user friendliness and open-backed construction of our popular Compression Lock® mechanism. Recently announced additions to the Salt line...

Fox Knives - IWA Knife Award 2024 - Category Innovation The winner, the new Metamorphosis The Metamorphosis (FX-556) received awards at ePDA in the Outdoor Activities - Other Designs category and was particularly noted for its customization. The desire to offer a highly customizable product allowed users to combine different components, creating a unique and distinctive object. The success extended to the IWA Knife Award 2024, where the Metamorphosis was honored in the "INNOVATION" category for its significant contribution of innovation to the knife market. This recognition underscores Fox Knives' commitment to advancing creative and avant-garde solutions. Discover the FX-556 Sede: Maniago (PN), Via La Mola, 4 Tel. +39 0427...

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Extrema Ratio presents KIRI Kiridashi is a type of Japanese knife, a cutting multipurpose tool. One of its peculiarities is the asymmetric bevel; only one of the two sides has a grind while the other remains flat. Extrema Ratio has reinterpreted this traditional Japanese knife according to its style, giving it a more tactical look than the original. KIRI features a particular tip designed to obtain a high penetration efficiency while maintaining its characteristic chisel grind. Extrema Ratio KIRI is available in Dark Stone and Satin finish, both in Böhler N690 steel hardened to 58 HRC. The handle is made of two black anodized anticorodal aluminum scales. The pre-shaped Kydex sheath is equipped with metal eyelets for inserting a...