Hogue has made some bold moves into the competitive knife market, and the all-new X5 line of knives is the latest. At this year's SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Hogue debuted the folding knife series. These new knives caught my eye due to their functionality, fit and overall quality of construction. I had a chance to work with the knives at the show and talk to the company … [Read more...]
Kershaw Eris Knife – New For 2017
The new Kershaw Eris folding knife was released at this year's SHOT Show. Though a fairly straight-forward and simple design, the new Eris has some nice features that could make it a viable on-duty or off-duty EDC pocket knife. The concept of a pocket knife has been around for perhaps millennia, but in the last 150 years or so the designs and features have changed quite a … [Read more...]
LA Police Gear Infantry Knife Review
Editor's note: Since this review was written in 2017, LA Police Gear discontinued this knife. However, we recommend the Gerber LMF II Infantry knife as a high-quality alternative. Use this affiliate link to get the best pricing on the Gerber knife. The LA Police Gear Fixed Blade Infantry Knife is up for review, and I’m very confident you’ll be as impressed with this knife as … [Read more...]
Steel Will Censor Knives
The Steel Will Censor knife could be a great option as a patrol or SWAT back-up self-defense knife. Steel Will has been continually impressing the market with innovative new designs, a high level of craftsmanship, and material selections to ensure the end product is durable, and the blade maintains a sharp edge even after heavy use. Steel Will knives have been rising in … [Read more...]
New CRKT Rakkasan Knife Impresses!
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) has introduced the new Rakkasan fixed blade knife at SHOT Show 2017. Designed by military veteran Austin McGlaun, the Rakkasan is a very balanced multi-purpose knife, with contoured [easyazon_link identifier="B001B70WO0" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]G10 grips[/easyazon_link] that are both comfortable and intuitive for outstanding hand … [Read more...]
Bravo Company’s New Colonel Fighting Knife
Bravo Company Manufacturing (BCM) is one of the most respected firearms accessory businesses on the market. The BCM AR-15 uppers, lowers, complete rifles, and accessories are considered some of the best available. BCM just recently announced their first solo knife design, the Colonel. According to Bravo Company, the Colonel has been "designed from the ground up for the … [Read more...]
Gerber US-Assist S30V Knife with Balls of Steel
The Gerber US-Assist S30V assisted opening knife is a well-built and handsome knife offering several key features for on-duty carry and use. Offering a high-quality steel blade, and Gerber's impressive B.O.S.S. (Balls of Stainless Steel) bearing system, the US-Assist is a fast and smooth assisted-deploying knife. The BlueSheepdog Crew are big supporters of duty carry knives … [Read more...]
CRKT OC3 Knife Review – Dual-Edged, Fixed-Blade
Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) added the OC3 dual-edged fixed blade knife to its impressive line of purpose-driven knives and tools. The OC3 features an impressive black powder coated 6-inch SK5 steel blade with a plain razor edge. The fiber infused polished resin handle provides the OC3 user a confident and secure grip in a variety of professional uses. Designed by … [Read more...]
New SOG Sideswipe Folding Knife
Looking for an amazing EDC knife? SOG claims to have what you are looking for in its new Sideswipe folding knife. But there is a lot of space between marketing and reality. The Sideswipe is sized just right to be an EDC knife for anyone, but it could be a great companion for the patrolman or detective. A good pocket knife is one of the essential duty gear items that a … [Read more...]
Gerber Gator Premium Knives
Gerber released their Gator Premium Fixed-Blade Knife this year, is a tribute to the 25-year-old line that established Gerber as a quality knife maker. From handling these knives at the SHOT Show, and having had very positive experiences with certain Gerber knives, I believe the Gerber Gator Premium knife is completely appropriate for professional use. Let's take a look at … [Read more...]