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This cleverly-designed Kershaw doubles as a bit and driver set. Its 8Cr13MoV-steel blade has excellent edge retention and has fast deployment thanks to the thumb stud. The driver swings out of the handle which also holds the two flathead and two Phillips bits.The No. 08 is as functional as it is elegant. The carbon-steel handle is easy to maintain and the beechwood handle gives it a bit of polish. Its rotating collar lock ensures your safety and the nail indent allows for easy blade deployment.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowI love a small pocket knife because they’re so practical, but adding a cat face makes them even more fun to use. Civivi’s Purr is a sub 2-inch blade made of durable Nitro steel with jimping on the spine. Add in a grippy G10 handle and you have an excellent piece of unique EDC.The slim profile of the Guile makes it look like a gentleman’s pen knife: easy to slip into the chest pocket of a shirt or jacket. The 14C28N-steel blade has excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, and jimping on the spine for leverage.The blade deploys with either the thumb hole or the flipper edge on the front.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowYou can’t go wrong with the classic Swiss Army knife. It’s a knife plus 20 other tools in a small 4.5-inch package. It’s the ultimate multitasker, and the brand has a limited warranty for some peace of mind.Park recommends this as his "best Value" pick as it has a robust all-metal build and a blade that's easy to sharpen. The thumb hole allows for easy deploying of the blade which is oxidized to prevent corrosion.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis is the knife Park recommends to most people looking for a reliable daily driver at a great price. Its modern design and smooth action appeal to most anyone who appreciates sleek EDC.Park especially likes the easy deployment of the blade via the thumb stud, along with a frame lock that secures it in place.This is a gift-worthy pocket knife you’ll probably want to keep for yourself. The combo of a wooden handle with a Damascus-steel blade marries craftsmanship with practicality.The Yonder is on the smaller side with a closed length of just 3.75 inches—excellent for daily compact carry.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowHollowed handles keep a knife lightweight and give it a unique look. The Noctic's skeletal handle is made of Micarta, which helps with grip and develops a patina over time. It also has a finger choil to keep your digits out of the way when slicing.Jimping (the groove along the spine of the blade) provides leverage when cutting, and the frame lock keeps the blade secured.Similar to the Civivi Noctis, Gerber’s Paraframe features a hollow handle that reduces weight. The ergonomic handle keeps fingers out of the way when cutting, and the reliable frame lock mechanism ensures the blade won’t slip.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowSerrated blades are great for hiking, camping, or heavy-duty work. They’re excellent for cutting through rope or twine, and can break down small limbs for kindling for a campfire.The blade opens by flicking the thumb stud, and jimping on the spine offers you a comfortable grip and leverage.This is an excellent EDC flipper with an all-black colorway. Its textured handle bolsters grip, and its stonewashed finish adds durability. The blade steel has excellent corrosion resistance and a hardness level that won’t cause it to crack or break.Danny Perez is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics with a focus on men's style, gear, and home goods. Recently, he was coordinator of partnership content at another product journalism outlet. Prior to that, he was a buyer for an independent men's shop in Houston, Texas, where he learned all about what makes great products great. He enjoys thrifting for 90s Broadway tees and vintage pajama sets. His spare time is occupied by watching movies and running to impress strangers on Strava.