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Cornwell® Quality Tools and CRKT® Releases Limited Edition

April 24, 2017

Cornwell® Quality Tools and CRKT® are releasing a limited edition Ken Onion designed Outrage™, available exclusively through Cornwell®. A sophisticated everyday carry blade, it easily tears through anything in its path.

CRKT Releases New Knife Inspired by Alaskan Bear Hunts

April 17, 2017

CRKT® has released the Humdinger™ fixed blade hunting knife. Designed by Ken Onion of Kaneohe, Hawaii, its big-belly blade design, beefy handle, and all-black aesthetic is as rugged as the Alaskan backcountry it was built for.

Boker Introduces the Boker Plus Hitman by Jim Burke

April 17, 2017

The functionality of Jim Burke’s designs can be seen in the new “Hitman” model. Despite – or due to – its straight lines, this frame lock folding knife is highly ergonomic and extremely versatile. The bearing-mounted blade, crafted of VG-10 steel, can be opened with the flipper or thumb hole.

Buck Knives Builds Stronger Team with Employee Promotions

March 31, 2017

“It is a pleasure to reward these individuals and to welcome new faces,” said CJ Buck, CEO/Chairman of Buck Knives. “These promotions build on the strength of the brand by solidifying key positions to grow our business.”

CRKT® Releases the Pilar™

March 29, 2017

CRKT® has released the Pilar™ everyday carry folding knife. Designed by Jesper Voxnaes of Loegstrup, Denmark, this beautiful, minimal folder is low profile and understated when tucked away, and carefully designed to punch above its weight when in use.

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