SureFire Alpha Folding Knife

Known for its innovations in tactical, weapons-mounted, and personal light technology, SureFire is now producing a line of high-quality, heavy-duty knives.

Ka-Bar Mule Folding Sheath Knife

Heavy-duty construction and built-in safety features make Ka-Bar’s latest a practical alternative to clip-it knives.

Tool Logic Survival Knives

Buck Knives Model 290/291 Rush

The Model 110 has defined Buck's folding knife line for years. And with good reason.

Columbia River Knife & Tool Desert Cruiser

Called "For Those Who Serve," the knives are all aesthetically pleasing, hard-use tools with price tags that aren't out of reach for soldiers, paramedics, and cops.

Lone Wolf Knives Val-Matic

The knife that really caught my eye was the Butch Vallotton-designed Val-Matic. What sets it apart from other knives is its double-action opening.

Al Mar Nomad Knife

For 25 years Al Mar has been a leader in tactical knives. The company's tradition of hard-use folding duty/tactical knives continues as Al Mar broadens its line of clip-it style knives.

A Pointed Preview

In order to get a glimpse behind the curtain ahead of the show, Police made some calls and received a sneak preview of the latest duty blades from Al Mar, Benchmade, Buck, Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT), Kershaw, Masters of Defense (MOD), SOG Knives, and Spyderco.

Wilson/Ralph Model 15 Tactical Knife

Thanks to the work of Ryan Wilson and Darrell Ralph, the Wilson name, long known for quality firearms, is now on a superior line of knives.

SOG Knives Paratool S31 Multitool

Just as clip-it folding knives have become an unofficial part of the duty uniform for the military, EMS, and law enforcement, so, too, have pocket tools.