As you probably heard, it was a big week for NASA, as Artemis II’s four astronauts blasted off on the first crewed trip to the Moon in more than half a century.
A lesser-known detail is that each of those folks stowed a particular knife in their spacesuits, Benchmade’s multifunctional Triage.
As huge as that highlight is for the Oregon City, Oregon-based brand, you don’t have to leave the planet to check out cool new EDC items, sharp-edged and otherwise.
Catch up on the latest drops from several notable brands below.
CiviviCivivi Natterjack (Damascus)
LeathermanLeatherman S26 Skeletool KB
Because Leatherman is best known for its overbuilt multi-tools, its other offerings often go overlooked. And that’s a shame in the case of the Skeletool KB, which is one of the brand’s most purpose-driven tools — AKA a pocket knife. With a 420HC drop-point blade, Cerakote-finished aluminum handle and a replaceable pocket clip with an integrated bottle opener, this knife has everything you need and then some, all while keeping the weight exceptionally low (just 1.3 ounces). And it just got some vibrant new editions for spring.
Tenable KnivesTenable Higonokami
The higonokami knife style dates back more than two centuries, but this affordable new treatment offers more than most modern versions. The 3.02-inch modified reverse tanto blade is made of tough, budget-friendly D2 steel, which looks its best with a rose gold coating and black micarta handle. Howver, the real upgrades over the traditional design are a liner lock, which holds steadier than any non-locking mechanism, and a stainless steel pocket clip, which just makes it easier to carry.