New Knives of the Week: January 23rd, 2026


New Knives of the Week: January 23rd, 2026

Published: January 23rd, 2026

New knives of the week, January 23rd, 2026, with three knife images.

As the weather gets colder, the knife releases are heating up, and this week’s drop comes in with a clear focus on purpose-built designs and smart variations. Jack Wolf Knives leads the charge with a lineup that shows how much personality you can pull from one pattern, shifting the feel from ultralight and modern to more traditional and substantial just by changing materials and finish choices. Zero Tolerance follows with a sprint run that keeps the brand’s hard-use backbone but adds a more refined carry through carbon fiber and a wear-friendly blade finish. Benchmade rounds out the week with a compact fixed blade built for fast access and control, offered in multiple Cerakote colorways. Whether you lean traditional, tactical, or somewhere in between, this week has a few releases that feel worth carrying, not just reading about.


Jack Wolf Knives

Timber Jack (Black G-10 Cross Hatch 2)

Released: January 16th, 2026

The Jack Wolf Timber Jack Black G-10 Cross Hatch 2 is an Ultralight Series slipjoint designed by Tracy LaRock, pairing a classic pattern with a sharper, modern look. Its 3.4-inch hollow-ground 154CM drop-point blade features a belt-satin finish and opens with a long, right-handed nail nick, giving you clean access without cluttering the profile. The non-locking slipjoint spring is tuned for smooth, confident operation, and the 0.15-inch blade thickness adds stability for daily cutting. A 4.25-inch black G-10 handle with cross-hatch texturing ensures a secure grip, while the toxic green G-10 liners add a bold contrast that stands out in the hand. Polished titanium Torx hardware and a toxic green snake-knot paracord lanyard finish the build at 7.65 inches overall and 3.32 ounces.

Timber Jack (Blue Canyon & Maple Valley Richlite)

Released: January 16th, 2026

The Jack Wolf Timber Jack Blue Canyon and Maple Valley Richlite is a Steel Series slipjoint designed by Tracy LaRock that leans classic in shape while feeling more substantial in hand. The 3.4-inch hollow-ground 154CM drop-point blade features a belt-satin finish and measures 0.15 inches thick, which opens easily with a long right-hand nail nick that runs on a polished spring to deliver smooth, confident action without a lock. The 4.25-inch handle combines Blue Canyon and Maple Valley Richlite layers for a wood grain look, framed by polished stainless steel bolsters and liners with matching Torx hardware. It measures 7.65 inches overall and weighs 5.22 ounces.

Timber Jack (FDE G-10 Cross Hatch)

Released: January 16th, 2026

The Jack Wolf Timber Jack Cross Hatch FDE G-10 is an Ultralight Series slipjoint designed by Tracy LaRock that leans into a utilitarian, field-ready look while keeping a classic and balanced feel. A 3.4-inch hollow-ground 154CM drop-point blade with a belt-satin finish opens via a long, right-handed nail nick and runs on a polished spring that delivers smooth, confident walk and talk without a lock. The 4.25-inch handle pairs Flat Dark Earth G-10 scales with a cross-hatch texture for secure grip, backed by OD green G-10 liners that add subtle contrast. Black DLC-coated titanium Torx hardware and a black paracord lanyard complete the rugged look. It measures 7.65 inches overall and weighs just 3.32 ounces, offering full-size capability in a lightweight, pocket-friendly build.

Timber Jack (Fire Canvas Micarta)

Released: January 16th, 2026

The Jack Wolf Timber Jack Fire Canvas Micarta is a Steel Series slipjoint designed by Tracy LaRock, pairing a traditional profile with materials that look better the more you carry it. A 3.4-inch hollow ground 154CM drop point blade with a belt satin finish opens with a right-hand long pull and rides on a polished spring for smooth, controlled action. The 4.25-inch fire canvas Micarta handle brings a warm, work-worn character and steady grip, framed by polished stainless steel integral bolsters and liners that give it a clean, substantial feel in hand. Polished stainless Torx hardware keeps the build tight and refined. It measures 7.65 inches overall and weighs 5.22 ounces.


Zero Tolerance

0203CF (Sprint Run)

Released: January 19th, 2026

The Zero Tolerance 0203CF Sprint Run is a full-size hard-use folder that pairs the 0203’s overbuilt feel with carbon fiber for a cleaner, more refined carry. The 4-inch Bohler M390 drop-point blade features a stonewash finish that hides daily wear while keeping edge retention and corrosion resistance high for constant use. Thumb studs provide quick, controlled deployment, and the DuraLock crossbar lock delivers secure lockup with smooth one-handed operation. The 5.25-inch carbon fiber handle scales are backed by reinforced stainless steel liners, giving the knife a rigid, confidence-inspiring grip without feeling bulky. It carries deep with a tip-up ambidextrous pocket clip. Overall length is 9.25 inches, and weight is 6.21 ounces. Made in the USA.


Benchmade

SOCP Mini Spear Point

Released: January 20th, 2026

The Benchmade SOCP Mini Spear Point is a compact, fixed-blade knife built for speed, control, and discreet carry, and it’s offered in three variants: Tungsten Grey Cerakote with a black sheath, Desert Sand Cerakote, and Olive Drab Cerakote with a tan sheath. Developed with input from special operations professionals, its slim profile and ringed handle allow for rapid indexing and confident retention in close-quarters environments. The 1.66-inch spear point blade is crafted from 440C stainless steel and heat-treated to balance edge retention and corrosion resistance, while the Cerakote finish helps reduce glare and adds protective wear resistance. Measuring 6.3 inches overall and weighing 1.81 ounces, it stays light, fast, and unobtrusive. Proudly made in the USA.


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Drew Clifton

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