The One Small Self Defense Karambit Knife with Kydex Sheath - Now on sale for $14.99!

Just a small update on the small karambit knife from The One knives - it's on sale now for only $14.99!
It features a kydex sheath for discreet carry, D2 blade and original design.
I think it is a great deal, it you like small fixed blades, as this one will be very easy to carry and use.
Check it out here: The One Karambit
More small fixed blades: Small Fixed Blades
Karambit knives can be found here: Karambit Knives

The Dwaine Carrillo Tunnel Ratt Clone Review + vs Medford Praetorian Clone - Battle of Clone Beasts!

There is a segment in the knife world, where size and weight make no difference - the overbuilt hard use no nonsense folders, which are appreciated only for strength - strength and durability. These monsters are very popular and usually have a pretty high price-tag, so they are being cloned on regular basis.
One of those folders, that I owned, was the Praetorian clone and another, which I received  now is the Dwaine Carrillo Tunnel Ratt Clone, and I would like to compare them and make a review of the Ratt on the way.
I'll start with the things that are similar in both knives - they both have great lockup, pretty good action for a knife on washers, similar construction (steel frame + G10 scale) and approximate weight of 8oz (227g).
The Praetorian - has better finish (soother edges), is less thick behind the edge and sharper . 
The Tunnel Ratt - has better ergonomics (thicker handle and better gimping), thicker blade (6mm), and one handed opening (over sized thumb studs). It also has a far better pocket clip.
The looks are very subjective - some like the looks of the Praetorian, others prefer the Tunnel Ratt.
Verdict - both blades will serve you well, not as EDC knives, but as hard use folders.
Praetorian is slimmer and wider, while the Tunnel Ratt is chubbier.
If you care about one handed opening - Tunnel Ratt is the way to go.
If you live in a state/country, where one handed opening is prohibited - get the Praetorian.
Anyway - if you liked the one, you will most probably like the other.
Original Medford knives here: Medford Knife and Tool Knives
Or here: Medford Knife and Tool Knives

Kizer Cutlery Knives - Designed in the USA, manufactured in China!

Kizer Cutlery has become a well-known name for a lot of knife lovers.
The company, which evolved from a knife factory in China, into a brand, that sells knives worldwide, has grown rapidly in the course of the recent year, and there are a few reasons for that.

First of all there is the value - Kizer Knives have been one of the first, who managed to deliver the level of quality and materials, that was typical only to high end clones at the time (and that is not a coincidence), while keeping a relatively low price for the end product. Later they also introduced the Vanguard series, which is even cheaper, because it uses lower grade materials, but keeps the level of quality high.
Kizer uses CNC Machining and Wire EDM cutting to make their knives.

Another reason is the design - when they started, they had original in-house design, which was heavily influenced by other knives, but didn't copy one knife, thus couldn't be called a clone. Later, after Kizer gained recognition because of their quality - they started doing something smart and unique - collaborate with USA custom makers and knife designers. Until that time, makers worked only with big time brands like ZT, Kershaw, Boker + , Benchmade, Spyderco and others. If you didn't work with them - you didn't work at all.
But Kizer managed to change that. Today we can see Kizer models designed by Matt Cucchiara, Ray Laconico, John Gray, Dirk Pinkerton, Mikkel Willumsen, Glen Klecker and others.

Also, they managed to be the company that introduced the most models in one year.
From budget blades to high end Bladesmith series, they have done almost all.
Their CEO even said that they will cut on the model line, leaving only the most successful ones.    

Anyway - I like what this company is doing and appreciate their attention to details and to the knife lover's choices and wishes. They managed to bring custom designs for an affordable price, and were one of the first to do so. I wish them the best of luck and hope they will continue to cheer us up with their models.

Check out Kizer Cutlery models here: https://goo.gl/zK68BE

 

Atech Reviews 3K IG GAW - Giveaway of the Carbon Fiber Coin Claw knife on Instagram!

Recently I've reached 3000 followers and decided to do a GAW.

Unfortunately, the minimum of 100 reposts haven't been reached, so I decided to change the rules a little.
New rules are:
1. Follow me on Instagram @atechreviews
2. Repost this photo with tag#atech3kgaw and/or tag a friend in the comments.
- Each action (repost or tag) will count as an entry.
- Maximum 2 entries per person (repost and tag in the comments under this post).
- No dedicated GAW accounts!
- Winner must be 18 years old or have consent paper from parents.
- I will draw a winner via random generator on Nov. 20th (this rule will not be changed again this time).
- People who completed the previous rules (including the comment on the blog) will automatically get 4 entries in the new GAW (no need to re-enter).

The GAW knife can also be found here:  http://goo.gl/NDA3Em
Or premium versions here: http://chinaknives.blogspot.co.il/2016/08/edc-knife-related-gadgets-titanium-coin.html

Good Luck!