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New Knives of the Week: December 26th, 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, it’s hard not to look back at just how many strong releases this year delivered across the knife world. From thoughtful updates to long-running platforms to bold exclusives that pushed materials and finishes in new directions, it’s been a year full of knives worth paying attention to. As the final week of the calendar settles in, new releases naturally slow down, but they don’t come to a stop. This week’s entry is a focused one, led by a single standout from Heretic Knives that arrives just before the year turns...
2025 New Knives of the Week
July 11th, 2025
This week’s new knife releases bring a solid mix of bold design, premium materials, and practical performance. Leading the pack is the SMKW Exclusive Case Sea Dragon Canoe, a traditional pattern with vibrant jigged bone handles inspired by coastal waters. Benchmade adds two new Bailout variants with Battlewash finishes and tough MagnaCut blades. Leatherman rolls out a full lineup of MagnaCut fixed and folding knives built for real-world use, from backcountry chores to daily carry. Whether you're into timeless slip joints, slim tacticals...
July 18th, 2025
This week’s releases bring a strong mix of exclusivity, innovation, and classic design from some of the biggest names in the knife world. From bold, purpose-built tactical folders to compact traditional lockbacks with personality, there’s something here for every kind of user or collector. SMKW continues to expand its line of exclusives, with standout models from Kershaw, Hogue, and Case that showcase distinctive finishes and materials you won’t find anywhere else. Benchmade also steps in with fresh takes on two of its most...
July 25th, 2025
This week’s new releases bring together a strong lineup from some of the most respected names in the knife world. Jack Wolf Knives returns with another premium modern slipjoint that blends traditional design and precision build quality. Benchmade expands its fixed blade offerings with new variants that balance everyday utility and performance materials. Kizer introduces an eye-catching exclusive series built for bold EDC carry, while Case adds a splash of color and function to the traditional slipjoint category with a new SMKW exclusive. L.T. Wright Knives...
August 1st, 2025
Smoky Mountain Knife Works has once again teamed up with two of the industry's biggest names, Microtech and Case, to deliver a pair of exclusives that blend standout style with proven performance. These limited-run models bring fresh personality to familiar platforms, offering collectors and everyday users something they won’t find anywhere else. Alongside those exclusives, this release roundup also includes two new arrivals from KA-BAR and Boker that are equally worth a closer look. From Jurassic-inspired OTFs to tasty traditionals rugged fixed blades...
August 8th, 2025
August kicks off strong with a fresh wave of standout releases from Benchmade, Case, Heretic Knives, and Vero Engineering. This week’s lineup brings together iconic reissues, bold exclusives, and inventive styling across a variety of blade types and mechanisms. From Benchmade’s long-awaited revival of the legendary 710 to Heretic’s cel-shaded Manticore-S variants, there’s no shortage of design innovation and high-performance steel. Case delivers a colorful coastal twist on the RussLock, while Vero rounds things out with sleek new takes...
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August 15th, 2025
This week’s knife releases showcase a range of styles, materials, and exclusives from top makers. Benchmade adds fresh variations to one of its most recognizable designs, including upgraded steel and new handle treatments. Case takes a beloved traditional pattern and gives it a colorful, collectible twist. Hogue introduces a new blade style to a proven everyday carry platform, available only through SMKW. Finch debuts a modern folder in multiple handle options, each offering its own distinct look and feel. Together, these arrivals...
August 22nd, 2025
The week of August 22nd, 2025, brings an exciting mix of new releases from some of the biggest names in the knife world. Jack Wolf Knives brings fresh new compact fixed blades as part of its J.W. Kollab series, each combining premium steel with eye-catching handle materials and the kind of detailed craftsmanship collectors have come to expect. Leatherman adds a high-performance multi-tool built to tackle everything from everyday carry tasks to demanding work, with a wide range of functions packed into a durable...
August 29th, 2025
This week’s new releases bring together some of the most distinctive styles in the knife world, with fresh offerings from Heretic Knives, Chaves, Hogue, Benchmade, and Case. The lineup ranges from neon-soaked modern designs that feel ripped from retro skylines to integral titanium builds that emphasize strength through precision engineering. Handle materials also take the spotlight, from layered composites that reveal topographic patterns to dyed bone that captures the shifting colors of the sea. Paired with advanced...
September 5th, 2025
This week’s new releases bring a tasty twist, modern strength, and sleek precision, with fresh arrivals from Case, Queen Cutlery, and Fox Knives. Case leads the way with a new SMKW exclusive, where dyed brown bone handles give a classic pattern a flavorful look that stands out in any collection. Queen follows up with a traditional slip joint updated in MagnaCut steel and camo G-10, balancing classic American heritage with modern-day performance, while Fox introduces refined automatics in anodized aluminum with integrated safety features. Together, these...
September 12th, 2025
This week brings a trio of SMKW Exclusives from three of the most recognizable names in the industry: Case, Zippo, and Benchmade. Each release showcases a different side of American craftsmanship, from traditional slipjoint patterns with bold new finishes to modern everyday carry icons built with premium materials, and even a collectible lighter that extends a knife series into a new form. Distinct in design yet united by exclusivity, these pieces highlight the innovation, performance, and style that Smoky Mountain Knife Works is known for delivering...
September 19th, 2025
This week’s lineup brings fresh releases from Benchmade, Kershaw, Hogue, Case, Leatherman, Gerber, and CRKT. Benchmade adds a purpose-driven build with refined mechanics and a low-profile finish. Kershaw spans everyday folders, rugged fixed blades, and a rescue-ready option. Hogue delivers an SMKW exclusive blade profile in a slim American-made folder. Case returns with an SMKW Exclusive PB&J treatment that blends playful color with traditional bones and bolsters. Leatherman refreshes a proven rescue tool with new two-tone handles...
September 26th, 2025
As September draws to a close, the knife world keeps heating up with a wave of fresh releases from some of the industry’s most trusted names. Kizer steps in with a fabulous set of four bold SMKW exclusives that show off just how far design and finish can push everyday carry staples. Remington continues its long-standing tradition with the latest entry in its historical Bullet Knife series, carrying forward a legacy more than a century in the making. Case adds its own exclusive touch to a classic pattern, offering a pocket-friendly slice of...
October 3rd, 2025
October kicks off with a flavorful mix of new releases, from the nostalgia of peanut butter and jelly to the molten intensity of magma. Case delivers an SMKW Exclusive that carries its tradition forward in PB&J fashion, pairing a classic pattern with a finish that feels both familiar and fun. Heretic Knives, meanwhile, turns up the heat with bold automatics that range from lava-cracked designs to cel-shaded PB&J exclusives that look as imaginative as they perform. From tradition reimagined to modern edges that burn bright, this week’s lineup proves there’s plenty of...
October 10th, 2025
This week brings an awesome mix of new releases to Smoky Mountain Knife Works, with fresh exclusives and updated favorites from some of the biggest names in the knife world. Kizer brings out a set of bold, horror-inspired designs just in time for spooky season. At the same time, Jack Wolf Knives introduces an entirely new modern folder that blends precision, craftsmanship, and unmistakable Jack Wolf style. Case mixes heritage and creativity with vibrant new SMKW exclusives that celebrate both the sea and...
October 17th, 2025
This week’s arrivals at Smoky Mountain Knife Works bring a mix of precision craftsmanship and modern design from some of the most trusted names in the knife world. Hogue sharpens its focus on premium detail with two new Collector Series automatics built for performance and style. Case continues its ocean-inspired Sea Dragon series with another American-made SMKW exclusive that blends artistry and tradition. Leatherman upgrades a longtime favorite with new materials and finishes, while Benchmade...
October 24th, 2025
This week’s arrivals at Smoky Mountain Knife Works showcase craftsmanship that spans the spectrum, from hand-forged survival tools and bold exclusives to collectible pieces from around the world. L.T. Wright brings pure, no-nonsense performance in a new fixed blade built alongside survival expert EJ Snyder. Kizer turns up the heat (and ice) with a trio of SMKW Exclusives inspired by iconic warriors, each designed for speed, precision, and unmistakable style. Microtech enters the lineup with a special Gen III Ultratech...
November 7th, 2025
As the holiday season begins, Case and Smoky Mountain Knife Works bring together craftsmanship, nostalgia, and Christmas spirit in a set of exclusive releases that feel right at home beside the tree. Each knife in this collection carries the quality and attention to detail that define Case’s American-made tradition, now wrapped in festive design and heartfelt meaning. From richly colored bone handles to mirror-polished blades etched with seasonal accents, every detail reflects the joy and...
November 14th, 2025
As the crisp air of November settles in, this week’s arrivals at Smoky Mountain Knife Works bring a lineup that balances heritage, innovation, and artistry across some of the most respected names in cutlery. Buck honors its long-standing legacy of field-ready craftsmanship with a new build that embodies classic form and outdoor function. Spyderco sharpens its focus on exclusivity, pairing modern materials with a design that’s as bold as it is dependable. Bear & Son delivers a colorful reimagining of a traditional favorite, blending...
November 21st, 2025
As the holiday season draws closer and gift lists start filling up, this week brings a standout selection of fresh releases from some of the knife world’s most trusted makers. Heretic Knives delivers bold American-made innovation, Kizer expands its lineup of creative SMKW exclusives, and Bear & Son Cutlery adds new life to classic patterns with festive flair. Pro-Tech brings precision performance for serious everyday carry, while Bear Ops rounds out the week with striking U.S.-made craftsmanship built for both use and display. Whether you're...
November 28th, 2025
As Black Friday rolls in and the holiday season officially hits full stride, the newest knife releases are arriving right on cue for anyone looking to upgrade their pocket or pick out a last-minute gift with some real edge. This week brings a mix of tradition, premium craftsmanship, and exclusive drops, starting with a fresh addition to Jack Wolf’s accessible Gateway Series and a sleek new SMKW-exclusive Pro-Tech that lands just in time for the busiest shopping weekend of the year. Whether you’re hunting for something to wrap...
December 5th, 2025
As the year draws closer to its end and the holiday rush settles in, fresh releases from Hogue and Case bring a welcome lift to the first week of December. Hogue delivers kitchen-ready precision with clean, purpose-built designs, while Case rolls out a mouthwatering exclusive that’s bound to catch the eye of collectors and traditional slipjoint fans alike. Whether you're wrapping up your shopping list or taking a moment to explore the final arrivals of the season, this week’s offerings show there’s still plenty of craftsmanship...
December 12th, 2025
As December settles in and the year begins its slow, steady wind-down, the knife world still has a few standout surprises left to unveil. This week brings a colorful mix of new arrivals from Bear & Son, TOPS, and Pro-Tech, each offering something distinct for collectors and everyday users alike. Bear & Son delivers a pocket-sized traditional with a look you won’t see anywhere else, while TOPS puts a SMKW spin on a proven bushcraft favorite. Pro-Tech rounds out the week with an exclusive automatic dressed in a sleek finish that feels right...
December 19th, 2025
As December continues to wind down and the end of the year comes into view, a fresh set of releases from Jack Wolf Knives, Spyderco, Case, and Heretic lands right before the holiday stretch wraps up. Jack Wolf leans further into its collaborative fixed blade work with a range of material-driven variations, while Spyderco adds a bold new exclusive to one of its most familiar everyday carry platforms. Case closes things out with the return of a well-loved exclusive, blending traditional construction with unmistakable character, and Heretic...
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Drew Clifton
Drew is the lead writer for SMKW's Knives 101, crafting informative and engaging content for the world’s largest knife store. With expertise in knife history, design, and functionality, Drew delivers articles and product descriptions that educate and inspire knife enthusiasts at all levels.
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T.C. Barnette
T.C. Barnette is a dynamic media personality and the esteemed spokesperson for SMKW (Smoky Mountain Knife Works), where his passion for knives intersects with his captivating on-screen presence. With a magnetic charisma and deep expertise in cutlery, T.C. has become a beloved figure in the knife community.









