SHOT Present is all the time chock stuffed with too many issues to see in per week. Even when you attempt to concentrate on a few particular areas, you continue to seemingly can’t see every part. I used to be masking tactical knives for SHOT Present for Tactical Knives Journal, however I bumped into quite a few them value speaking about that didn’t essentially fall into that tactical definition. In no specific order, listed here are some that I assumed value highlighting from the week.
SHOT Present 2026 Knives Roundup
Boker Plus Kihon DC Alu
Boker all the time has an enormous providing of latest fashions yearly at SHOT. One which caught my eye was the Kihon DC Alu, designed by customized knifemaker Lucas Burnley. It has an total size of seven.83 inches and incorporates a 3.22-inch uncoated blade manufactured from Nitro-V metal with a thickness of 0.13 inches.
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Weighing simply 3.63 ounces, it features a gray aluminum deal with and a thumb stud for clean handbook opening. The blade is secured by a dependable crossbar lock. It’s a handsome, light-weight knife that needs to be nice for EDC use.
MSRP: $116.95
Case Knives XR Barlow
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The Case XR Barlow is the most recent mannequin within the Crossroads Collection. It’s a contemporary re-engineering of the basic early 1900s Barlow sample designed for as we speak’s on a regular basis carry. It incorporates a 2.5-inch S35VN stainless-steel blade with a stonewash satin end for distinctive edge retention and sturdiness. The deal with is out there in both Tan or Black, and Tan Richlite with a clean texture, complemented by an outsized black G-10 bolster bearing the signature ‘XX’ engraving.
Closed size is 3.38 inches. It’s constructed totally in Bradford, PA, and Case intends the Crossroads knives to be customers, not simply placed on show.
MSRP: $118.99
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Civivi Slippy Sendy
The Slippy Sendy, designed by Ben Petersen, is a compact slip-joint folding knife with an total size of 6.52 inches and a closed size of three.7 inches. It incorporates a 2.81-inch clip-point blade manufactured from Nitro-V metal, hardened to 59-61 HRC, with a flat grind, satin end, 0.09-inch thickness, and bronze washer pivot meeting.
The knife has a deal with thickness of solely 0.39 inches and weighs simply 1.65 ounces with its included brown leather-based lanyard. The scales can be found in inexperienced and crimson G10, paired with a grey stainless-steel again spacer and stainless-steel screws. There’s additionally an Ultem-handled mannequin with a blacked-out blade.
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MSRP: $62.00, $74.00 for the Ultem model
The Chilly Metal Finn Hawk 2
Chilly Metal has simply launched the Finn Hawk 2, an upgraded model of the unique polymer-handled Finn Hawk that many customers, myself included, cherished. This new mannequin options full tang development and sturdy Micarta handles. The 4-inch CPM 3V blade comes with a standard Scandi grind for glorious slicing and wooden processing.
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The general size is 8.6 inches, with a 4.6-inch deal with, and it weighs 6.4 ounces. The Finnhawk 2 comes with a pleasant leather-based pouch sheath, too. I’ll be looking ahead to these to drop this 12 months.
MSRP: $279.99
CRKT Counterpart
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The CRKT Counterpart, designed by Ken Onion, ought to make an important EDC knife that disappears in your pocket. It incorporates a 3.38-inch drop-point blade manufactured from 12C27 stainless-steel. It has a satin end, flat grind, and is just 0.110 inches thick. The Counterpart opens easily through an IKBS ball-bearing pivot and is securely locked with an ambidextrous Crossbar Lock.
The glass-reinforced nylon (GRN) deal with offers a troublesome but light-weight really feel, and the entire knife is simply 2.05 ounces. An adjustable deep-carry tip-up pocket clip permits right- or left-hand carry. The knife measures 7.75 inches total and 4.42 inches when closed. Different shade choices can be found as properly.
MSRP: $70.00
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ESEE Knives El Deguello Machete
The ESEE Knives El Deguello Machete is a weight-forward clearing software drawing inspiration from efficient blades utilized in El Salvador. Crafted for survival, bushcraft, and difficult outside work, it’s designed for chopping by dense vegetation with its beneficiant stomach and ahead steadiness. The 12.75 inch edge is manufactured from rugged 1075 carbon metal (3/32-inch thick) for toughness and straightforward area sharpening.
A clean Micarta deal with offers a safe, comfy grip, enhanced by a brass-lined lanyard gap for moist circumstances. General size is eighteen.75 inches, weight 19 ounces. It’s made for ESEE in El Salvador and comes with a canvas sheath.
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MSRP: $139.00
MKM Bolero
The brand new Bolero is a David C Andersen design, made in Italy by MKM. It has a 2.91-inch drop level blade of S30V metal, with a hardness of 58-60 HRC and a stonewashed end. The deal with is manufactured from titanium, with titanium ring bolsters on the pivot screw, AISI 303 screws, and an AISI 420 pocket clip. It has an total size of 6.89 inches and weighs 3.88 ounces.
The folder opens easily on a ball bearing pivot through a thumb stud and locks securely with a crossbar system. The Bolero is what you’d count on of Italian craftsmanship: smooth, clean, and refined.
MSRP: 270 Euros ($320.00 US {dollars} at present)
Mora Flat Grind Amberg Collection
The Morakniv Amberg sequence is new for 2026 and was simply launched at SHOT. There are just a few fashions accessible, however the massive information is the model’s first full-flat-grind blades. This mannequin has a 4.25-inch 14C28N stainless-steel blade with a straight clip level and skinning profile, very best for all-around outside use and straightforward sharpening acquainted to North American customers. Handles are available black or orange with an overmold for enhanced grip and cold-weather insulation.
The basic Scandi grind stays accessible in a 4.3-inch blade, provided in 12C27 stainless-steel or conventional carbon metal. I’ve lengthy been a fan of Moras and initially scoffed at a flat floor mannequin. I’ve to confess, although, after seeing and dealing with it, I wish to strive one out now.
MSRP: TBD
Ontario Knives XL Hunter
Ontario Knives is steadily bringing US-made merchandise again into its lineup. The newest is from the Outdated Hickory Outdoor line, and is being made for them by TOPS Knives. The XL Hunter has the strains of the Outdated Hickory butcher knife, however is constructed quite a bit more durable than its kitchen counterpart. It measures 10.25 inches total, with a 5.5-inch clip-point blade crafted from 1095HC high-carbon metal. It’s completed with both a Sniper Grey or Midnight Bronze Cerakote end.
The total tang development ensures distinctive energy and sturdiness. It’s fitted with a red-canvas Micarta deal with, vibrant orange liners, and even incorporates a bow-drill divot. The XL Hunter comes with a brown leather-based belt sheath for handy carry.
MSRP: $270.00 (admittedly much more than the Outdated Hickory kitchen butcher knives, however this one is constructed quite a bit more durable)
SOG One-Zero Price range AU
The brand new SOG Knives One Zero Price range AU delivers premium efficiency in a compact, accessible on a regular basis carry folder. It incorporates a satin-finished AUS-10 drop-point blade round 3 inches in size. The knife deploys rapidly and robotically with one hand through SOG’s superior AU-Lock mechanism. A textured G10 deal with offers a assured, safe grip with out including pointless bulk.
With an total size of seven.7 inches and a light-weight 3.97-ounce construct, it balances energy, portability, and flexibility completely for day by day duties. Handles can be found in black, blue, and purple G10, and black and stonewashed blades can be found, relying on the mannequin.
MSRP: needs to be round $139.99
Spyderco Charisma
Spyderco all the time has lots of nice releases at SHOT, and the Charisma is not any exception. It’s a light-weight, compact folding knife designed by Eric Glesser and made in Golden, Colorado. It incorporates a 2.98-inch drop-point CTS-BD1N stainless-steel blade, with a full flat grind, satin end, and plain edge for glorious slicing efficiency. The blade is simply 0.050 inches thick, and the leading edge measures 2.80 inches.
When closed, the knife is 3.82 inches lengthy, opening to an total size of 6.80 inches. It has a sturdy black FRN deal with, a dependable lockback mechanism, and a flexible wire pocket clip for tip-up keep it up both left or proper facet. Weighing solely 0.81 ounces, the Charisma gives an exceptionally light-weight and pocket-friendly on a regular basis carry choice. I assure you I’ll overlook this factor clipped to my pants and run it by the wash greater than as soon as.
MSRP: $130.00
UCO Hannegan Crossbar Folder
The UCO Hannegan Crossbar Knife is the most recent within the UCO folding knife line. I’ve the sooner slipjoint fashions and have actually favored them. This one incorporates a Nitro-V metal blade with a TiNi end for edge retention, glorious corrosion resistance, and straightforward sharpening. It gives quick, one-handed opening through a thumb disk and safe locking with a crossbar lock.
G10 scales present a secure, grippy deal with that’s accessible in crimson or OD Inexperienced. A low-profile pocket clip retains it securely and comfortably accessible for on a regular basis carry.
MSRP: $74.99
Vosteed Raccoon Tislim
A buddy confirmed me considered one of these early within the present, and I needed to go test it out in individual. The Vosteed Raccoon Tislim has an total size of seven.55 inches and weighs simply 2.69 ounces. It incorporates a 3.18-inch drop-point blade manufactured from 154CM metal with a flat grind, satin end, plain edge, 1.10-inch width, and 0.10-inch thickness. The 4.37-inch grey titanium deal with features a thumb stud for ambidextrous opening and a tip-up pocket clip appropriate for right- or left-hand carry.
The blade is secured by a dependable crossbar lock. Specs apart, this can be a smooth, trim, elegant folder that also feels comfy and stable within the hand. I got here house with considered one of these from the present and may’t wait to place it by its paces.
MSRP: $135.00
WE Knife Fluxor
The We Knife Fluxor is a premium folding knife with a 3.98-inch Wharncliffe blade crafted from Bohler M390 stainless-steel. It incorporates a flat grind, stonewashed bevels, and brushed flats for glorious edge retention and corrosion resistance. It deploys easily on caged ceramic ball bearings and secures with a nested liner lock. The deal with is manufactured from black 6AL4V titanium with an identical black titanium backspacer, liners, pivot cap, screws, and right-hand, tip-up pocket clip.
Closed size is 5.05 inches, total open size 9.03 inches, blade thickness 0.16 inches, and weight 4.39 ounces. It’s extraordinarily properly constructed, like all of WE’s knives, and makes for a complicated ECC knife that ought to carry out in addition to it appears to be like.
MSRP: $340.00
