Ruger is well-known for its firearms. But did you know the company also makes knives? That's what we are taking a look at today: Ruger knives. Technically, that isn't completely accurate. Ruger actually teamed up with CRKT to produce a wide range of blades. As both companies are very good at what they do, this would appear to be a good partnership. So, let's dive in and … [Read more...]
Emerson “FrogLube” Tactical Knife
FrogLube has become one of the most popular firearm cleaner, lubricant, and protectant (CLP) on the market. Their non-toxic bio-based design is proven to be incredibly effective. My police department switched to FrogLube over a year ago after using outstanding MILTEC-1 CLP. This change came about after testing and evaluating several products. MILTEC-1 was very good at its … [Read more...]
CRKT Triumph Folding Knife
Note - Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) discontinued the Triumph folding knife. All of the following information is left in place as a reference for collectors and anyone else that has an interest in the knife. The company does offer another knife called the Triumph N.E.C.K. which is a fixed blade designed to be carried around the neck. We may have a review of the new … [Read more...]
CRKT Blade Show Knife Offerings
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) has been producing outstanding knives and tools since 1994, and the list keeps getting larger. At the 2015 Blade Show, CRKT announced several new additions that have strong considerations for law enforcement applications and every day carry. Those new offerings include the Ken Onion designed Outrage, and the Kit Carson M16 Classic. … [Read more...]
OKC XM-1S Folding Tactical Knife
The Ontario Knife Company (OKC) offers many well-built and crafted knives, and their XM-1S Folding Tactical Knife is one that has a lot to offer law enforcement and first responders. This is not a simple folding knife. The XM-1S has several upgraded features that make it a knife ready to withstand the harsh use and conditions of those who use knives professionally. Those … [Read more...]
CRKT Hootenanny Knife by Ken Onion
The Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) company is one of America's best-known knife makers. With a cadre of professional knife and tool makers on staff, the company has solidified its mark in the market of the edged weapon. One of its newest offerings is the Hootenanny; a very nice folding knife designed by famed knife maker Ken Onion. I've enjoyed knives since my early … [Read more...]
Steel Will Bruiser 500 Knife
The Steel Will Bruiser 500 folding knife is a serious knife meant for serious users. This is not a typical folding knife. Made with a K110 steel blade, G10 handle, and high quality features, Steel Will markets to the high-end of the market with competitors like Benchmade. Prior to this year's SHOT Show I had not heard about Steel Will or any of their knife offerings. Steel … [Read more...]
RUKO Tactical Survival Knife
Manufacturing knives and tools for more than five decades, RUKO showed off its new Tactical Survival Knife (Model RUKO161B) at the SHOT Show. This knife really stood out to me. The lines are simplistic and portray very nice ergonomics and purpose. The rubberized grip is slip-resistant, with curves that are designed to fit the natural grip of the hand. The blade has a drop point … [Read more...]
HK Axis Benchmade Knives
Heckler & Koch (HK) is a very well-known name in the firearms industry, producing some of the finest firearms available on the market. Their iconic MP-5 submachine gun has been a weapon of choice for many SWAT and military special operations teams for decades and was a true joy to use while our SWAT team had them. The HK416 is considered by many to be in the top-tier of … [Read more...]
CRKT Fossil Compact Knife
The [easyazon_link identifier="B0017UV9W0" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Columbia River Knife & Tool[/easyazon_link] (CRKT) company has been developing outstanding knives, and outdoor survival tools since 1994. I own several [easyazon_link identifier="B001EIE97W" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]CRKT knives[/easyazon_link] in the M14 and M16 lines, as well as their … [Read more...]