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7 Benchmade Bugout Alternatives for a Pocket Knife

Posted on April 2, 2022 Written by James Elliott

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benchmade bugout

There’s not a lot better than a small and compact pocket knife that can tackle a range of meaty tasks. If that sounds like something you’re interested in, the Benchmade Bugout is a knife that has many fans. But unfortunately, it’s not for everyone. Whether you find the knife too big, too small, too heavy or too light, the good news is there’s a wide range of Benchmade Bugout alternatives on the market.

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Filed Under: Blog, EDC Knives, Knife Alternatives

12 Best Pocket Knives for Women [2025]

Posted on March 5, 2022 Written by John Rogers

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best pocket knife for women

A pocket knife is a useful and versatile tool that has many uses. Although there are many pocket knives on the market, each of these has different features, pros, and cons. While some are unisex, there are others that are marketed specifically for women. The following is a buying guide which highlights the different factors to consider when making your decision. This is followed by product reviews for some of the best pocket knives for women, based on our research and online reviews.

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5 ESEE Izula Alternatives for a Small Fixed Blade EDC [2025]

Posted on July 21, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

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ESEE izula alternatives

In the world of small fixed blade EDCs, the Izula is arguably the most well-known knife.

Naturally though, it’s not for everyone. Maybe it’s too small, maybe you prefer a different design, a stainless steel, maybe it’s too big even. Whatever the reason, I’ll try to help you find some options for good ESEE Izula alternatives.

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Filed Under: Blog, EDC Knives, Knife Alternatives

5 CRKT CEO Pocket Knife Alternatives [2025]

Posted on July 20, 2021 Written by Joseph Stein

crkt ceo

Designed by Richard Rogers, the CRKT CEO is popular for it’s no-nonsense, slim, simple design.

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4 Affordable Benchmade 940 Alternatives [2025]

Posted on June 11, 2021 Written by David Boddy

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Designed for duty by the Australian rancher Warren Osborne, the Benchmade 940 isn’t just a thing of beauty but a lifelong companion. It has a 20+ year long reputation as an exceptional quality outdoor knife.

Benchmade 940 alternatives

A faultless design for practicality, function and durability, achieved with the class and style that the 940 boasts, the Benchmade 940 has earned its place as an all time classic. Having built custom knives since 1980, that’s the edge that Warren Osborne brought to the table.

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Buck 110: Does It Make a Good EDC?

Posted on June 6, 2021 Written by James Elliott

Jump onto any knife forum and ask opinions on the best folding knife and it won’t be long until someone mentions the Buck 110. The 22cm monster is an absolute classic folding knife that combines the versatility of a folder with a strong, durable blade.

Buck 110 folding knife

Given its popularity, many knife fans find themselves wanting to keep the 110 on them wherever they go. That’s great news. But for others, given the size and weight of the knife, they don’t see the 110 as a usable EDC.

In this article, we’re going to balance up the arguments to fully understand if the 110 is truly an EDC. We’ll look at some of the arguments for and against, as well as some alternative solutions to fixing any Buck 110 EDC gripes.

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Filed Under: Buck Knives, EDC Knives, Knife Comparisons

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