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Knives of 2025 Part 2
(July - December)
As the second half of 2025 unfolded, the knife industry settled into a steady rhythm of purposeful releases, limited exclusives, and thoughtful updates to proven designs. Rather than chasing novelty, many makers focused on refining familiar platforms with modern steels, restrained finishes, and small details that reward long-term use. From traditional slip joints and collectible annual editions to hard-use fixed blades and compact automatics, the latter half of the year offered a wide cross-section of what today’s knife market does best...
2025 Articles
New Knives at Blade Show 2025
Blade Show 2025
Award Winners
Blade Show 2025 once again proved why it's the most important event in the knife world. With hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees, this year’s show was packed with new releases, bold ideas, and standout designs from makers across the globe. The BLADE Magazine Knife of the Year awards recognize the best of the best, models that combine function, innovation, build quality, and attention to detail in a way that sets them apart. This year’s winners cover everything from cutting-edge production folders to experimental...
New Boker
Blade Show 2025
Boker’s Blade Show 2025 lineup covers a broad range of styles, from traditional slipjoints and historical fixed blades to modern folders built with updated steels and locking mechanisms. The knives featured in this article are part of a seasonal rollout scheduled between July and September, drawing from across Boker’s various lines, including History Knife & Tool, Boker Manufaktur, Boker Plus, and Boker Solingen. Some lean heavily into heritage patterns with natural materials and familiar silhouettes, while others take a more modern...
New Case
Blade Show 2025
Case Knives brought a strong lineup to Blade Show 2025, highlighting both its expertise in traditional slip joints and its growing interest in modern everyday carry. The brand’s latest releases balance heritage with fresh design, from new handle materials and colors to the debut of bold jig patterns. Whether you’re a collector seeking the next Limited XX Edition or an EDC user drawn to tough, functional upgrades, this year’s lineup has something worth noting. Here’s a closer look at the standout Case knives that made their mark at the show and what...
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New Condor
Blade Show 2025
Condor Tool & Knife showed up big at Blade Show 2025, unleashing a lineup that blends historical roots, bold experimentation, and bush-ready performance. From time-tested combat silhouettes to fresh fixed blades and hard-hitting machetes, this year’s offerings highlight Condor’s continued commitment to field-focused design and rugged materials. Whether you’re a backcountry traveler, bladesports enthusiast, or collector of heritage-inspired tools, the new releases offer something for every kind of adventurer. Here's a closer look at...
New Knives at Blade Show Texas
Blade Show Texas 2025 brings an exciting wave of new knives, showcasing cutting-edge designs, premium materials, and innovative features from some of the biggest names in the industry. This year’s lineup includes everything from refined EDC folders and compact fixed blades to groundbreaking modular designs. Whether you're a collector, an enthusiast, or someone searching for the perfect everyday carry, these new releases highlight the evolving craftsmanship and ingenuity that define modern knife-making...
New Spyderco
Blade Show 2025
Spyderco’s presence at Blade Show 2025 introduced a compelling lineup of new models and Sprint Runs, expanding their catalog with a thoughtful mix of steel experimentation, design updates, and material variations. From the widespread use of CPM SPY27 to standout fixed blades and non-locking folders, this year’s reveals highlight Spyderco’s versatility and willingness to revisit both classic and unconventional formats. With upgrades to proven favorites and the return of some long-requested models, 2025 is shaping up...
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SMKW Exclusives at Blade Show 2025
Blade Show 2025 was a standout event for SMKW, where we unveiled an exclusive lineup that blends tradition, innovation, and collectibility. Our latest offerings include vibrant new Case Trapper variants, bold and expressive Kizer Drop Bear designs, a premium MagnaCut upgrade from Queen Cutlery, and a uniquely outfitted Spyderco Shaman. Each knife was crafted to reflect our commitment to distinctive style, high performance, and quality materials. Whether rooted in classic patterns or modern flair, these exclusives...
New Knives at Blade Show 2025
Blade Show 2025 delivered an impressive mix of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance, with knife makers from around the world unveiling standout designs across all categories. From high-end customs to production-ready folders and fixed blades, this year’s new releases showed just how far the industry continues to evolve. Whether you're a collector looking for unique materials and finishes or a user focused on utility and steel performance, the following lineup highlights the most notable blades introduced at the show, from...
New Knives at S.H.O.T. Show 2025
More New Knives at SHOT Show 2025
SHOT Show 2025 has once again delivered an exciting lineup of cutting-edge knives, showcasing the latest innovations from some of the industry’s top brands. From tactical powerhouses to refined everyday carry options, this year’s releases push the boundaries of design, materials, and functionality. Whether you're a collector, an outdoor enthusiast, a first responder, or someone who simply appreciates a well-crafted blade, there’s something new to catch your eye. Manufacturers like TOPS, Toor, Hogue, Cold Steel, and SOG have...
New Benchmade
SHOT Show 2025
Benchmade has unveiled an impressive lineup of new knife variations and innovations at SHOT Show 2025, showcasing their commitment to quality, design, and performance. From refreshed classics in the Blue class to groundbreaking updates in the Black class, these knives feature premium materials, bold finishes, and ergonomic enhancements. Whether it’s the vibrant Water Series upgrades or the rugged new Mini Bedlam iterations, Benchmade continues to push the boundaries of what knife enthusiasts...
New Boker
SHOT Show 2025
SHOT Show 2025 brings an exciting lineup of new Boker knives, showcasing the brand’s commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and performance. From precision-engineered fixed blades to sleek and tactical folders, Boker’s latest releases span across all of its major brands, including Boker Arbolito, Boker Magnum, Boker Plus, Boker Solingen, and the newly expanded Boker/Heckler & Koch collaboration. Whether you're a collector, an outdoor enthusiast, or a professional in need of a dependable cutting tool, Boker’s 2025 offerings...
New Buck
SHOT Show 2025
Buck Knives made a strong impression at SHOT Show 2025 with an array of new releases and upgraded classics that reflect their commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless design. From classic fixed blades with elegant Cocobolo DymaLux handles to modern folding knives featuring advanced materials and mechanisms, Buck’s latest offerings cater to collectors, outdoor enthusiasts, and everyday carry users alike. With an expanded selection of blade steels, sustainable materials, and...
New Case
SHOT Show 2025
New CRKT
SHOT Show 2025
CRKT has pulled out all the stops for SHOT Show 2025, unveiling an exciting range of new fixed blades, folders, and most notably, its first-ever OTF automatic knives. This year’s lineup showcases the brand’s commitment to innovation, premium materials, and collaborations with some of the industry’s most renowned designers. From ultralight titanium fixed blades to cutting-edge button-lock folders and USA-made OTF automatics, CRKT continues to push boundaries while honoring the craftsmanship and design that have made the brand...
New Knives at
SHOT Show 2025
SHOT Show 2025 has arrived, bringing with it an impressive lineup of new knives from some of the industry’s most respected brands. This year, manufacturers have pushed the boundaries of innovation, unveiling cutting-edge materials, improved locking mechanisms, and bold aesthetic choices that cater to both collectors and everyday users. From Microtech’s refined Ultratech Gen III with its Zero-Blade Play system to Pro-Tech’s sleek new automatic offerings, the latest releases showcase the perfect blend of performance and...
New Spyderco
SHOT Show 2025
Spyderco continues to push the boundaries of knife design and performance with their latest releases unveiled at SHOT Show 2025. This year’s lineup features an exciting mix of new production models, expanded Salt Series offerings, and highly coveted Sprint Run knives. Whether you’re a collector, an everyday carrier, or a professional in need of a reliable tool, Spyderco’s latest innovations showcase the company’s commitment to high-quality materials, precision craftsmanship, and ergonomic designs. From high...
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New WE/Civivi
SHOT Show 2025
SHOT Show 2025 has brought an exciting lineup of new releases from WE Knife Co. and Civivi, showcasing the brands’ continued innovation and craftsmanship. WE Knife Co. continues to push the envelope with high-end materials and precision engineering, introducing refined, high-performance folders like the Quinseris, Epaulette, and Zenthra. Meanwhile, Civivi expands its offerings with stylish yet functional designs, blending modern materials with practical usability in models like the Clingman and the...
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2025 Christmas
Gift Guide for Knives
As the holiday season approaches, there’s nothing quite like giving a well-crafted knife, a gift that blends practicality, personality, and long-lasting quality. Whether you’re shopping for an outdoorsman, a dedicated collector, a daily carrier, or someone who simply appreciates thoughtful design, this year’s selection offers standout choices at every price point. From budget-friendly picks under $50 to premium centerpieces approaching $1000, each knife in this guide was chosen for its performance, craftsmanship, and...
Halloween Knives
at SMKW 2025
All month long, Smoky Mountain Knife Works has been adding a touch of fright to the world of fine cutlery. This year’s Halloween collection brings together some of the most recognizable names in knives, each putting their own spin on the season. Case captures the quiet beauty of October nights with autumn-inspired artistry. Kizer leans into the shadows with a lineup that channels classic horror. Bear & Son adds a lighthearted nod to the holiday with a festive twist on a traditional favorite. Victorinox brings playful character to everyday utility. From eerie designs...
Holiday Promotions
at SMKW 2025
The holiday season is shaping up to be a busy one at SMKW, with Cyber Monday specials kicking things off and a steady lineup of promotions running throughout December. Whether you're shopping for someone else or finally deciding to pick up a knife you've been considering, this is one of the best times of the year to explore what each brand has planned. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the latest deals, highlight standout savings, and give you a clear idea of what to expect from this year’s seasonal offerings, both online...
Knife Accessory
Stocking Stuffers
The holiday season is the perfect time to surprise the knife enthusiasts in your life with gear they’ll actually use, and stocking stuffers are where the real fun begins. Knife accessories might be small, but the right ones can level up maintenance, storage, and everyday carry in a big way. From premium oils and rust erasers to sharpeners, waxes, and compact storage solutions, these pocket-friendly picks add practical value without taking up space under the tree. Whether you’re shopping for a collector, an outdoorsman, or...
Knives of 2025 Part 1 (January - June)
The first half of 2025 shaped up to be an interesting period across the knife industry, with manufacturers taking familiar platforms in new directions and revisiting patterns that haven’t seen the spotlight in years. Benchmade, Microtech, Case, Buck, Kershaw, Leatherman, CRKT, Queen, Jack Wolf Knives, and more all introduced models that showed clear shifts in materials, finishes, and design priorities. MagnaCut and S90V appeared in more production runs, Cerakote and unique anodized treatments became increasingly...
New Bear & Son
Knives for 2025
Bear & Son Cutlery continues to expand its lineup with an impressive range of new knives for 2025, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern materials and designs. From rugged everyday carry options to finely crafted kitchen knives and precision tactical blades, the latest additions showcase the brand’s dedication to quality, performance, and innovation. Whether you're looking for a reliable folding knife, a high-performance automatic, or a finely honed culinary tool, these new offerings cater to collectors, outdoorsmen, and professionals...
New Kershaw and
ZT Knives for 2025
Kershaw and Zero Tolerance are kicking off 2025 with an impressive lineup of new releases, offering both brand-new designs and fresh variations on beloved favorites. From rugged everyday carry folders to high-performance automatics, these knives showcase premium materials, innovative locking mechanisms, and refined aesthetics. Kershaw introduces new manual and automatic models like the Broadside and Launch Iridium, alongside stunning updates to classics like the Leek Rainbow Trout. Meanwhile, Zero Tolerance makes...









