Under 50 EDC

An everyday carry knife means convenience. The knife is ready when you are, effortlessly moving from pocket to hand and easily deployed. Innovation is a prime mover in the EDC world, and the latest in the more affordable factory offerings of the workingman’s edged tool provide the necessary toughness, accessibility and good looks—all for around $50 or less.

At KA-BAR, the Becker BK40—the first-ever folder in the KA-BAR/Becker Knife & Tool line—was put through its paces before reaching the shelves of the nearest hardware or cutlery store. Thoroughly once-overed by designer Ethan Becker, the linerlock folder stands up to the challenges of EDC in spades. “The BK40 was tested by Ethan Becker in Montana* during every step of its creation,” related Joe Bradley, KA-BAR sales and marketing manager. “We also tested the knife here [at