As a professional edged weapons instructor, I am often asked, “What should I look for in an every-day carry or EDC knife?” To help you decide, the better question is: “What are you going to use the knife for?” Form fits function. If you’re going to use it to dig holes in the ground, then you’re going to need something along the lines of a crowbar with an edge. If you’re going to use it for skinning a deer, then you should look for scalpel-like performance. The same tool is not best suited for both purposes. If you plan to open letters and packages, plus pick dirt out from under your fingernails or chop off a chunk of beef jerky, then you’re probably not going to use that same crowbar with an edge.? Starting with the basics, you need to decide between…Read More
