The Best Tactical Knives To Add To Your Collection

Knives are increasingly popular in the United States with as many as 35.6 million households owning pocket knives and 24.8 million owning hunting knives. Tactical knives, in particular, are primarily designed for combat use and packed with a host of handy features, such as, tanto blades for improved thrust cuts and piercing, black coatings for camouflage and minimal drag, and automatic deployment or alternative deployment mechanisms. By researching some of the most recent best tactical knives, you can better round out and complete your collection.

The Emerson CQC-7 (standing for “close quarters combat”) features a steel tanto blade which packs a punch with three different deployment methods. With the patented Emerson wave deployment feature, in particular, you can benefit from an extremely fast method of maneuvering the folded knife to an open and in-hand position. While this does take some practice to master, once you do, rapid deployment will have never been easier. Rather than the usual 154CM blade steel, the CQC-7BW also features CPM S35VN for maximum strength, along with an attractive stonewash finish that camouflages knicks and scratches. The blade measures 3.3 inches with a tanto tip designed to make sharpening the knife a quick and easy job when you’re in the field.

A popular one-piece throwing knife, the Cold Steel True Flight Thrower is made from 1055 carbon steel for maximum durability and strength. Unlike cheap and flimsy steel that risks breaking easily, the strategic use of 1055 carbon steel here works to create a long-lasting and reliable throwing knife. The attractive baked-on black protecting coating also ensures the blade always bounces back from any throw while remaining strong. The knife comes in at a length of 12 inches in total and lighter weight of 9.7 oz, making it ideal for quick, shorter throws. It also comes with a high-quality, impressive Cor-Ex sheath made from Cordura, which makes a welcome change from regular sheaths typically made from cheap nylon.

The Boker Plus Kalashnikov AK-74 Automatic is made of AUS-8 stainless steel and features a thin, fully-flat 9cm blade designed for easy slicing. The blade facilitates quick and smooth deployment thanks to the button lock feature, which, naturally, also works as a reliable locking mechanism. Compact and lightweight, the AK-74 Automatic features a smart aluminum handle with comfortable scalloped finger grooves to make the knife easier to hold in place. It’s also resistant to rust, simple to sharpen, and available in an attractive Camouflage coloring to ensure the knife blends in seamlessly in a number of outdoor settings. Ultimately, the AK-74 Automatic offers great tactical features at an affordable price point.

The right tactical knife should be strong, dependable, and easy to use. The Emerson CQC-7BW, Cold Steel True Flight Thrower, and Boker Plus Kalashnikov AK-74 Automatic are just some of the best recent tactical knives to add to your collection.