01 KOPIS DESIGNS
L-VIA FIELD KNIFE (RAMPED AND BLACKWASHED)
MSRP: Starts at $109
URL: kopisdesigns.com
This little bad boy is a collaboration between Kopis Designs and Ed Calderon of Ed’s Manifesto, a personal security expert and former law enforcement officer. Based on Calderon’s Elvia, this slick compact tool is designed to be a discreet everyday-carry (EDC) defensive blade, thanks to its size and weight — 6.5 inches long just 1.2 ounces. The handle is made of ergonomic glass-filled nylon while the business end features a 2.5-inch blade, made from premium 154CM stainless steel and designed to be held in reverse grip with the cutting edge pointing toward its user. While we’re not fans of this blade orientation, folks who prefer this way will find the L-Via to be excelente. Kydex sheath is included. Made in the USA.
02 SAMSON MANUFACTURING CORP.
VERTICAL GRIP - POLYMER MEDIUM GRENADE
MSRP: $65
URL: samson-mfg.com
Samson recently released a polymer version
