Knives are functional art, and the Kansept Fermi is a prime example of what happens when an artist collaborates with a top-tier production company. Designed by Burchtree Bladeworks, the Fermi brings the craftsmanship and attention to detail of a custom knife into a more accessible package. With Kansept’s stellar reputation for quality, this partnership lets more of us enjoy Burchtree’s artistry without the year-long waiting list or the custom price tag.
Vosteed has always been a brand known for pairing innovation with charm, and the Corgi V is no exception. As the newest addition to the Corgi family, the Corgi V blends the lovable essence of the original Corgi and Corgi Pup with a serious upgrade in functionality and design. With this release, Vosteed’s Vanchor Lock makes its grand entrance into the Corgi lineup—and the result is nothing short of paw-some.
The GiantMouse ACE Iona V2 takes the beloved design of its predecessor and transforms it into a strong, reliable outdoor companion. Featuring a wider CPM Magnacut blade, a longer ergonomic handle, enhanced spine jimping, and improved lockbar access, this knife excels in both form and function.
I recently received these two versions of the upcoming XEN-OAL knife from OKnife and designed by Ken Onion. Anyone familiar with Ken Onion’s designs with Kershaw and Columbia River Knife and Tool should be interested in any new designs with his name on them.
The Benchmade Mini Adamas has always been synonymous with strength and reliability, earning its place among hard-use knives. This review focuses on the upgraded Mini Adamas, featuring CPM-Magnacut steel and stunning marbled carbon fiber handles, while also touching on its history and evolution.
What kind of people would write collect and review multitools? Quite simple really- we are designers and do-ers, outdoors types and indoor types, mechanics, doctors, problem solvers and problem makers. As such, we have, as a world spanning community, put every type, size and version of multitool, multifunction knife, pocket knife and all related products to every test we could manage in as many places and environments as there are.