The 7 best knife brands, and everything you need to know when choosing your perfect knife

Are you looking to buy the best tactical knife? With thousands to choose from, picking one can be hard. Let me help you by highlighting leading industry brands and some of the most important factors to consider when making your choice.

First things first; What purpose does your knife serve?

Are you going to use it for outdoor activities like hunting and camping? Are you going to use it for self-defense? Or do you need a knife for professional use as a tradesman?

Knives can be used for self-defense, utility, protection, survival, or for camping. Carrying a knife can always provide a great advantage in any tactical or survival situation, especially when you are spending a lot of time outdoors. Purchasing one could be the edge you need for survival in a situation where self-defense is needed.

There is a wide array of tactical knives in the market, and you should determine what you are going to use it for. There are countless options and categories of knives. When choosing a knife, you would want to make sure that it will give you the ease of use, peace of mind, security, and effectiveness suited to your specific purpose.

Once you know what you will be using it for, pay attention to the features and construction that best suit your purpose and style.

Now, let’s consider features

10 FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A KNIFE:

1. Opening mechanism
2. Locking mechanism
3. Blade type and length
4. Your style
5. Weight
6. Brand
7. Materials
8. Ergonomic handle features
9. Safety features
10. Pocket clip or belt sheath

For features that matter less to you, let price decide.

7 BEST BRANDS

There are many knife manufacturers all over the world and it’s very challenging to pick one, especially if it’s your first time getting one. Here, we selected 7 fail-safe brands recognized the world over for quality and design:

• Columbia River
• KA-BAR
• Gerber
• Benchmade
• SOG
• Spyderco
• Cold Steel

While it may not be easy to make a decision, by relying on a brand with an established reputation, you take the guesswork out of buying a knife. You’ll know you can truly count on it when it’s needed most. Cheap blades are more for novelty, not someone who takes safety, survival, and utility seriously. At the end of the day, the decision you will make depends on your needs and comfort. Remember that the brands I presented to you earned their reputation through tried and tested quality over the years. The last thing you want to happen is having your knife break on you right when you need it.

I hope this article helped you have a better idea of choosing which knife is best to buy.

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