When it comes to edged, prying, breaching and other tools for emergencies, there is no one-size-fits-all remedy as no two situations are ever alike. Because of this, many such tools are made to perform a broad range of tasks.
I have taken a fair number of classes and am certified in a wide variety of emergency skills. What I have learned across-the-board is there is no one right answer, and the tools you have on hand you had better know how to use. (Having these tools on hand or in your vehicle is really what we are looking at here; they must be readily accessible to be of use.)
WHITE RIVER KNIFE & TOOL LIFESPIKE
KNIFE TYPE: Self-contained rescue multi-tool
BLADE LENGTH: 4.65”
BLADE MATERIAL: 80CrV2 carbon steel
BLADE GRIND/EDGE: Chisel/plain
HANDLE MATERIAL: G-10
SPECIAL FEATURES: 1∕2” channel gas line wrench, 9∕16” wrench, pry bar pommel
WEIGHT: 13.4 ozs.
OVERALL LENGTH: 11.5”
SHEATH: Kydex
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
MSRP: $300
BEASTLY TOOL
The Lifespike by White River Knife & Tool is arguably the most versatile of the review tools. Designed for first responders, it is an exceedingly tough implement that is very well thought out. However, it
