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Welcome to Kniferating.com! We currently have 1196 knives listed and 1974 knife reviews! The purpose of this site is to provide a venue for knife reviews that is free from the bias of any one person. Whether you are a backpacker looking for the best survival knife, an LEO looking for a good tactical knife, a boy scout trying to choose the best folding knife or multitool, or just an average joe looking for the best pocket knife for every day carry, we have you covered. In addition, we also discuss fixed blade knives, hunting knives, combat knives, machetes, self defense knives and a whole lot more! Please take a few minutes and help your fellow knife enthusiasts by writing a review of one or all of your knives!
Below is a chart showing the best knives on the site as reviewed by users. Each of the following knives is absolutely top quality and gets our highest recommendation. Keep in mind that there are many more great knives out there, but if you can't decide on a knife after searching the site, choose one off this list and we promise you'll be happy!
Top Rated Knives
| Model | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|
Spyderco Sage
|
$98.75 | 9.9 |
Kershaw Tyrade
|
$39.00 | 9.9 |
Spyderco Endura 4 Emerson Opener
|
$70.60 | 9.8 |
Benchmade 15030 Bone Collector Axis Mini Folder
|
$94.00 | 9.8 |
Ghost Knives Banshee D2
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$69.00 | 9.8 |
Benchmade 940 Osborne
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$188.80 | 9.7 |
Spyderco Delica FFG
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$56.15 | 9.7 |
Spyderco Caly 3
|
$112.50 | 9.7 |
Recent Knife Reviews
SOG Seal Pup
-Used for Outdoor/Survival
-Owned for BAD
Comments:
Not a bad survival knife. Taken it out just to have something when I am in the woods with my dad. Can do just about anything you need it to and is at a very reasonable price.Ontario SP1 Marine Combat
-Used for Outdoor/Survival
-Owned for Greater than 1 year
Comments:
Incredible value. So cheap for a lot of blade that will not dull quickly. Very much like the traditional Kabar. Love the handle and how unlike the Kabar, this blade has a lanyard hole. Just a great knife to take outdoors and if you like light knives this would be a great choice.Cold Steel AK47
-Used for Self Defense
-Owned for Less than 1 Month
Comments:
(I purchased the newer model)Incredible value. Many people say its a hefty fixed blade weighing in at 5.5 ounces but I think its quite light. I also don't mind using a large folder for EDC and/or self defense. Quite a tactical build, absolutely no play in the blade and one wicked sharp edge. I only put build quality because the g10 under the clip makes it hard to draw quickly from my pocket because it catches my jeans a bit, but I am quickly getting used to this. Overall, great knife.
Spyderco Resilience
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Less than 1 Month
Comments:
It's been a great knife for the short time I've had it stays razor hair poppin sharp great clip options only problem with me if I find myself adjusting the blade to have it stay straight in the closed position the cheaper 8cr13mov steel scratches easy other then that I recommend this knife if you need a quality knife on a budgetCold Steel Trail Master
-Used for Outdoor/Survival
-Owned for 1 year
Comments:
After researching and reading knife reviews I finally purchased the Trail Master. Loved it - at first. It absolutely holds up to its reputation for durability and keeping an edge. The weight distribution through the blade makes chopping motions more efficient than other large knives I have used. The downside to this knife is the length, the sheath, and putting an edge on it after the factory edge has been diminished. I knew how big the knife was before I bought it but after much it became cumbersome and bulky. Not the knife's fault just my preference. As an amateur knife sharpener I found it impossible to put a "razor" sharp edge on it while all my other knives including an ESEE 6 I can always put that edge back on. Worst is the sheath. It is flimsy and doesn't hold tight.Gerber STL
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Greater than 1 year
Comments:
This is the best knife I have ever owned. The locking system is wonderful, and it is so thin, I don't notice it in my pocket. I have never regretted buying this knife!!Spyderco Delica FFG
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Greater than 1 year
Comments:
The Spyderco Delica FFG is the zenith of EDC blades and affordability. For under $60, you get one of the best build, ergo-friendly, and high-quality knives on the market. This knife should be in any collectors collection.I carried this knife for the greater part of a year and a half extensivly, it always found its way in my pocket.
The Ergos are perfect for my hand and the FFG blade makes for a fantastic slicer. While the FRN handles does make this less of a "gentlemans" carry and may turn some users off, it provides an amazing amount of grip and confort that amazed me out of the box.
Add good quality steel, fantastic construction and quality and this knife is easily the highest value blade on the market.
10/10 any day of the week.
Benchmade 707 Sequel
-Used for Light Duty/General
-Owned for Greater than 1 year
Comments:
This is a very slim, well built knife by benchmade. At a price under $110, this blade can't be beat for EDC. The axis lock is superior to all other locks, IMO. The blade is nice and big. The handle is fairly small and would be difficult for those with large hands to get a good grip.I don't like the G10 inserts in the handle, it kind of throws the knife's good looks off.
Still a great, affordable EDC that I would recommend to anyone.
My particular 707 has been plagued with blade-play and is in need of a locktite job.
Benchmade 470 Emissary
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Less than 1 Month
Comments:
I bought this knife last week for under $135. I fondled it months ago at Cabelas and was unimpressed, it was not until I received my own unit that I learned to appreciate this knife. The knife has a deep cary pocket clip, weighs next to nothing, and packs a value-punch at $130. I was surprised to find it so cheap from a major retailer, since many others have it for $45 more. Its biggest flaws are its ergos, the handle doesn't fit my hand well. That being said, this knife has not left my pocket and I absolutely love it.Spyderco Breeden Rescue
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Less than 1 Month
Comments:
I have owned many spyderco's in the last few years including a sage 1, native 4, and a cricket. The JB Rescue is the most ergonomic knife I have ever handled in my entire life and I make knives. Every grip feels perfect. The VG-10 steel is great and the hollow grind is beautiful. The handle has full stainless liners, drilled out to save weight with thick G-10 scales. The G-10 is a very fine pattern that grips the hand very well but it hasn't ripped my pocket up. The pocket clip is left/right tip up/down and covers the lanyard hole or pivot. The blade shape is very functional so don't let the looks fool you it feels perfect during use. This knife is also a smooth as oil on glass, if a knife could be to smooth this knife would be. Buy it. Buy it. Buy it. - KyleKershaw Storm 2
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for Greater than 1 year
Comments:
I bought this knife in September of 2006 right after I graduated from Marine Corps boot camp. i severed 4 years active duty infantry and carried this knife with me the whole time. This is a fenominal everyday knife that never let me down and always got the job done. It holds a very good edge and if very strong and sturdy. The ergonomics of this knife are unbelieveably great. I can hold this knife in any position and it fits like a glove. I still carry this knife everyday and in my opinion, it is still as good as the day I bought it. Kershaw builds the best knives and I will always be a loyal customer.SOG Flash II
-Used for Every Day Carry
-Owned for 3 months