With more and more people carrying knives daily, tactical knives have exploded in popularity over the last few years. Blades built for combat situations and emergency scenarios are much more rugged ...

Not only does this formidable cutting tool look spectacular, but it also gets some serious material improvements, too.

Good design stands the test of time. This is true of any item — whether it’s the Eames recliner, the iPhone, a pair of Levis 501s or the Opinel No. 8 folding pocket knife. A few themes run through ...