Zero Tolerance 0460TI pocketknife

Made The Cut: EDC Pocketknives

New pocketknives are released regularly, and the itch to grab a new one consumes us all. It’s hard not to start a collection of these ageless tools that serve a variety of purposes. Their many daily uses, such as opening packages or slicing food while on a break at work, are aplenty, which makes it easy to rationalize having more than one. Whether you’re starting your collection or adding to it, this issue’s pocketknives selections are bound to delight your senses. Consider your needs and pick one that’s right for you.  

Benchmade Tactical Triage

Benchmade Tactical Triage pocketknife

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 8.33 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 4.85 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.48 in.
  • Weight: 5.28 oz.
  • Blade Material: CPM-S30V
  • Handle Material: G10

MSRP: $235
benchmade.com

Zero Tolerance 0460TI

Zero Tolerance 0460TI pocketknife

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 7.5 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 4.4 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.25 in.
  • Weight: 2.9 oz.
  • Blade Material: CPM 20CV
  • Handle Material: Titanium

MSRP: $220
zt.kaiusaltd.com

Spyderco Endela

Spyderco Endela pocketknives

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 8.1 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 4.69 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.41 in.
  • Weight: 3.1 oz.
  • Blade Material: VG-10
  • Handle Material: FRN

MSRP: $123
spyderco.com

Benchmade 535BK-2 Bugout

Benchmade 535BK-2 Bugout pocketknives

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 7.46 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 4.22 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.24 in.
  • Weight: 1.8 oz.
  • Blade Material: CPM-S30V premium stainless steel
  • Handle Material: POM with 2Cr13 inlay

MSRP: $250
benchmade.com

Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF

Zero Tolerance 0393GLCF pocketknives

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 8.25 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 4.75 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.5 in.
  • Weight: 5 oz.
  • Blade Material: CPM 20CV
  • Handle Material: Titanium with glow-in-the-dark carbon-fiber overlay

MSRP: $280
zt.kaiusaltd.com

Boker Plus 01BO753

Boker Plus 01BO753 pocketknives

  • Type: Folder
  • Overall Length Open: 8.4 in.
  • Overall Length Closed: 5 in.
  • Blade Length: 3.4 in.
  • Weight: 5.7 oz.
  • Blade Material: D2
  • Handle Material: G20

MSRP: $120
bokerusa.com

 

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Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the March/April 2020 print issue of Tread Magazine.


 

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