Do you spend a lot of time outdoors? Then you know that having the right gear can make the difference between a smooth, enjoyable trip and a frustrating one. Your choice of knife, in particular, is of paramount importance because it’s not just useful, it’s absolutely essential. Among the many knife types out there, though, a push button automatic knife stands out as an excellent...

When it comes to anime sword replicas for cosplay or LARP (Live Action Role Play), quality, authenticity, and durability matter just as much as visual appeal. Among the many options available online, three standout swords from BudK check all the right boxes: Devil May Cry’s Vergil Yamato Katana, the Zelda Deluxe Master Sword, and the Demon Slayer Tanjiro Kamado Nichirin Sword. These anime...

Many fantasy weapons are pure spectacle—oversized, absurd, and impossible to wield in real life. But The Lord of the Rings films stand apart. The swords designed for Peter Jackson’s trilogy are not only visually iconic but, in many cases, grounded in real-world historical sword design. Surprisingly, many Lord of the Rings swords would make excellent, functional weapons in the real...

What spies use for investigation and protection isn't just for secret agents or action movies—it can literally save your life in real-world situations. From GPS trackers to hidden cameras, these tools give people the ability to protect themselves, gather critical information, and stay one step ahead when danger is near. But which spy gear is a practical purchase for real life scenarios?...

Let’s not mince words. Bayonets are not designed for, and were not intended for, general utility. They were, first and foremost, weapons that were either intended to supplement a firearm’s reach, or, more importantly, to counteract a slow rate of fire or ammo scarcity. But, beyond the value of collection, there are utilitarian uses of bayonets, assuming you know what to look for and...

Daggers have long been carried not only as sidearms, but as concealed weapons, and plainly as tools for utilitarian use in the field, for millennia. Few other tools, besides a basic knife, are as versatile and utilitarian, as these are. Daggers also vary widely in pattern and intended purpose. This short post will shed some light on 4 of the most distinct and differentiated dagger patterns out...

At first glance, a lock pick set might seem like a tool designed for bypassing security. But for hobbyists, engineers, and problem-solvers, these sets are far more than that—they’re tactile puzzles. Like a Rubik’s Cube for your fingers or a mechanical sudoku for your brain, picking a lock isn't necessarily even about intrusion, it's about mastery, patience, and creative...

  While J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings provides rich lore and history for many of the legendary swords of Middle-earth, Peter Jackson’s cinematic adaptations added visual and narrative depth to weapons that were only briefly mentioned or never described at all in the books. These Lord of the Rings swords, designed with meticulous craftsmanship by Weta Workshop and...