EDC Knives of 2023: Made the Cut
2023’s Best EDC Knives
If your everyday carry knife is past its prime and you’re searching for an upgrade, what are the characteristics you look for? Durability, the proper sizing, weight, handle or blade material. No matter your needs or intended use, the list goes on and on. The best everyday carry knife is the one that best fits your needs. Here are some of our favorite EDC knives on the market right now – and some new releases that made waves in 2023.
1. Bear & Son/ Slide Lock w/Pocket Clip
Overall Length: 7”
Closed Length: 4.13”
Blade Length: 3”
Blade Material: D2 Steel
Handle Material: Cocobola Wood
Weight: 3.2 oz.
MSRP: $107.99
2. Havalon/ REDI
Overall Length: 7.25”
Closed Length: 4.25”
Blade Length: 2.75”
Blade Material: AUS-8
Handle Material : Military grade polymer reinforced with stainless steel
Weight: 3.2 oz.
MSRP: $54.99
3. Ocaso Knives/ Strategy
Overall Length: 7.84”
Closed Length: 4.39”
Blade Length: 3.5”
Blade Material: German K110 D2
Handle Material: Carbon Fiber, Aluminum or G-10
Weight: 3.7 – 4.0 oz.
MSRP: $149.99 – $174.99
4. Chris Reeve/ Inyoni
Overall Length: 7.957”
Closed Length: n/a
Blade Length: 3.775”
Blade Material: CPM Magnacut
Handle Material: Natural Canvas Micarta
Weight: 2.4 oz.
MSRP: $275
5. SOG/ Aegis AT Tanto
Overall Length: 8.14”
Closed Length: 5.01”
Blade Length: 3.13”
Blade Material: Cryo D2
Handle Material: GRN
Weight: 4.4 oz.
MSRP: $94.95
6. Sypderco/ Military 2
Overall Length: 9.51”
Closed Length: 5.51”
Blade Length: 4.00”
Blade Material: CPM S30V
Handle Material: G-10
Weight: 4.3 oz.
MSRP: $280.00
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Editor’s Note: A version of this article appeared in TREAD July/August 2023.
