The problem with most EDC knives is that they’re either pretty to look at or actually useful, rarely both. Cheap materials make them look tacky, stiff mechanisms make them frustrating to use, and don’t even get started on how quickly they lose their edge. That hasn’t stopped manufacturers from churning out countless variations of the same disappointing formula, leaving users to choose between form and function.

The Scarab 2.0 takes a completely different approach to solving these everyday annoyances. Instead of cutting corners, it brings together aerospace-grade titanium and carbon fiber, paired with an M390 steel blade that knife enthusiasts swear by. The result looks almost too good to use, though that would be missing the point entirely. This is a tool made for daily challenges, not display cases.

Designer: MIH

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The visual appeal hits you immediately, thanks to its striking combination of materials and thoughtful design. Red or black carbon fiber inlays catch light in fascinating ways, while the machined titanium frame adds an industrial sophistication that many premium knives try to achieve but few manage to pull off. It’s definitely quite a sight, though the real magic happens when you actually pick it up.

Anyone who has tried to open a knife with cold, wet, or tired hands knows how frustrating it can be. The Scarab 2.0 solves this with not one but three different opening methods. A thumb stud, button lock, and flipper opening mean you’ll never struggle to deploy the blade. The smooth roller bearing system makes each method feel natural and reliable, without the gritty, stiff action common in other knives.

The M390 steel blade is what really sets this knife apart from the crowd. While other knives might stay sharp for a few weeks of regular use, this steel keeps its edge through months of daily tasks. No more torn packages or awkward cuts. The 15-degree edge angle makes every slice clean and precise, whether you’re breaking down boxes or preparing food outdoors.

The handle isn’t just about looks. The GR5 titanium frame, the same material used in aircraft components, provides incredible strength without unnecessary weight. The textured carbon fiber offers a secure grip even with wet hands or gloves. Together, they create a knife that feels as premium as it looks, with every surface engineered for comfort and control.

Practical features make the Scarab 2.0 genuinely useful for everyday carry. A deep carry clip keeps the knife secure and discreet in any pocket, while the lanyard hole offers alternative attachment options. Four tritium slots compatible with glow tubes ensure you can find your knife quickly in low light. At just 4.59 inches when folded, it maintains a compact profile despite its capabilities.

The knife’s durability goes beyond its premium materials. Sweat, rain, and humidity won’t affect the titanium frame or M390 blade. The carbon fiber components add rigidity while keeping the total weight at just 2.9 ounces. It’s the kind of tool that gets better with use, developing character without losing performance.

Even the manufacturing process reflects attention to sustainability. The titanium components can be recycled and reused, while the precision CNC machining minimizes material waste. Every aspect of the Scarab 2.0 is engineered for longevity, reducing its environmental impact through years of reliable service.

The Scarab 2.0 shows what happens when designers prioritize both aesthetics and functionality. It’s a knife that works as well in the office as it does on outdoor adventures, ready for whatever task comes its way. For those tired of compromising between good looks and actual performance, this knife offers something genuinely different.

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I don’t think anyone apart from Bruce Lee actually made nunchucks appear ‘seriously dangerous’. A lot of the appeal of a pair of nunchucks lie in the theater, the fanfare, the performance… but operate them well and they’re hellishly deadly. The TiNova is somewhat like that. Its magnet-enabled fidget-to-open mechanism is about as enjoyable as flicking around a butterfly knife or a pair of nunchucks, but once open, the TiNova is a tiny beast that packs a punch.

A titanium body, a machined construction, and a D2 blade make the TiNova a bite-sized brute. Nothing about the knife feels flimsy or toy-like… even though the entire thing measures just under 4 inches when open. When closed, the TiNova drops down to a mere 2.4 inches in length, and is small enough to be worn around your neck like a nifty EDC dog-tag. When you mean business, take it off, flick it open, and your pocket powerhouse is ready for serious action.

Designer: Ideaspark

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The TiNova is smaller than the average pinky finger, making it roughly the size of your standard thumb-drive. The two-part titanium handle is held together with a single pivot point, and a pair of magnets that snap the handle into its closed position. A drop-point blade sits in a gap between the two halves of the handle, concealed when not in use. To deploy the blade, simply swivel any one half of the handle around 360° and the blade travels outwards with confidence. It’s not like your regular flipper, which requires dexterity, or a switchblade or OTF, which requires being vigilant. The TiNova’s blade deployment is all about flair and performance. With enough practice, a simple flick of your wrist and a good amount of centrifugal force should have the handles rotate a full 360° to deploy the blade.

Once out in the open, the TiNova’s blade means absolute business – D2 steel is a top-tier steel in the EDC and knifemaking world, giving the TiNova street cred. A standard spear-tip design with a single drop-point edge makes the TiNova a reliable workhorse. When open, there’s nothing you can do to cause the knife to ‘fail’ the way a cheap lock on a budget knife would. This thing is built solid, and will even pierce through wood without as much as a bit of flex. The drop point edge is a classic in the industry, making it perfect for piercing, cutting, slicing, scraping, and whittling. Although built to withstand the outdoors, the blade works just as effectively indoors or in tactical/emergency situations.

However, seriousness aside, the TiNova’s charm lies in its fun personality. That fidget mechanism is almost entirely the most charming feature about this knife. It’s designed to engage your fingers, as you attach and detach the ends of the handles. If you’ve seen those magnetic fidget bars/sliders, think of the TiNova as just like them, but with a deadly blade just tucked away for when the fun stops.

This tactile appeal is easily what makes the TiNova such a stellar pick for your everyday carry. Why would you carry a boring folding knife when the alternative is something that feels fun and looks intimidating? With enough practice, the knife should flip open effortlessly, and should definitely drop a few jaws in the process. If you don’t believe EDC should have a component of childlike joy, this one might not be for you.

The reliably strong D2 blade cuts through everything with ease, whether it’s as simple as an envelope or an Amazon parcel, or as tough as wood or even paracord. The steel’s high-strength and blade retention means it’s definitely going to stay sharp even with regular use, although the drop-point design means that even IF the TiNova lost its edge (that’s a big if), sharpening it is fairly simple.

Meanwhile, the blade sits within a practically indestructible titanium shell. The machined titanium design boasts this sandblasted finish which is great to grip, while grooves on the handle add to the friction. The flat handle is ambidextrous, and tritium slots on both sides mean you can add glow-vials to make your EDC visible in low light. A lanyard hole means you can string your TiNova to a keyring or even a neck-worn chain, just in case the tiny form factor is a little too small for merely slipping into your pockets. And as far as ‘practically indestructible’ goes, you could run over the TiNova with your car and the titanium will shrug it off like a gentle breeze.

The knife falls within the small-carry category, given its tiny 1.4-inch blade and sub-4-inch overall design. The titanium makes the TiNova as lightweight as it is robust, weighing a paltry 38.8 grams or 1.37 ounces (that’s about as much as an AirPods case).

The TiNova starts at $45, or 20 bucks off its $65 MSRP. It’s designed to be scratch-resistant, corrosion-proof, and will weather any sort of rough use. In fact, designer Ideaspark confidently offers a lifetime warranty on the TiNova. Grab yours now and it’ll ship with a complimentary keyring… and if you want to jazz your knife up, an extra $15 will allow you to either get a custom engraving on the handle, or have it coated in PVD black, making it the ultimate stealthy EDC companion that still knows how to have some fun!

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I swear there’s probably a secret society of EDC makers who are constantly challenging each other to make the gosh darn tiniest EDC possible. It’s relentless, and every single week or month I see a new EDC that’s smaller yet somehow just as capable as its predecessor. Meet the Wolf Fang 2.0, a pint-sized EDC barely over 2 inches long. Designed to look quite like the fang of a cyberpunk animal, it serves as possibly the tiniest pencil ever made. Equipped with an eternal pen tip, the Wolf Fang 2.0 can write for decades, and when you’re not using it to draw, it also works as a pry tool, a box opener, and even a bit driver, thanks to the fact that the fang’s hollow design can store precisely one hex bit.

Somewhere between a survivalist’s toolbox and a designer’s desk toy lies the Wolf Fang 2.0. At just 2.17 inches long and weighing a featherlight 0.49 ounces, it’s shockingly easy to underestimate. But underestimate it once, and you’ll be borrowing one from the guy who saw the Kickstarter page before you did.

Designer: MR. GADGET

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This thing is tiny, but it’s built like a tank. Machined from aerospace-grade titanium, it trades bulk for resilience, holding its own in a world of cheaper, G10-and-steel wannabes. Titanium isn’t just overkill here—it’s the secret sauce that allows the Wolf Fang 2.0 to stay so minuscule without sacrificing an ounce of durability. You can toss it onto concrete, wear it on a hike through rain or sand, let it rattle around on your keychain, or even drive your car over it. It’ll come back looking like it just left the CNC mill.

The fang shape lends this EDC perfectly to writing. Sure, it feels like a bit of a pencil stub, but unlike a pencil stub that’s usually at the end of its journey, the Wolf Fang 2.0 can write for literal miles. Instead of traditional ink, it uses a specially alloyed metal tip that oxidizes on contact with paper, leaving a dark, legible mark—no smudges, no refills, no drying out. The tip is replaceable, but you likely won’t need to anytime soon. This pen doesn’t leak, run out, or fade, and it works in conditions where standard pens give up—cold, heat, or even zero gravity if you ever find yourself in orbit.

But the writing end is only one-third of the story. Unscrew the back and inside you’ll find a hidden magnetic bit driver. Paired with internal bit storage that cleverly nests a 1/6-inch hex bit, it turns the pendant into a quick-fix machine. Whether you’re tightening screws on your EDC knife or opening up a stubborn battery compartment, the Wolf Fang 2.0 is ready. Heck, you can even use the bits (or the pen tip) to open boxes, and for especially stubborn paint lids, the reverse end of the Wolf Fang 2.0 serves as a makeshift pry bar. Every inch of space on the Wolf Fang’s body is utilized to a fault, leaving no real estate bare. Excess material is removed, resulting in cutouts on three sides of the fang’s cylindrical body, and if you thought the designers would just leave it at that, it’s where the EDC’s tritium vials shine through, making it visible and accessible at night.

The tritium slots are where the Wolf Fang 2.0 really flirts with jewelry status. Designed to house three 2mm x 16mm glow tubes, it emits a low, perpetual glow that feels part tactical, part cyberpunk. When worn as a necklace, it’s both a statement and a beacon—visible in the dark, impossible to ignore. There’s an energy to it, like carrying a little bit of future tech around your neck. Most people wear metal dog tags or animal fangs around their necks – this, in its own unique way, is a fusion of both!

The Wolf Fang 2.0 is an ideal EDC for anyone with a creative streak. Instead of tucking a pencil behind your ear, the fang is perfect to have on your person, either as an edgy pendant, as a keychain essential, or even as a zipper pull. Use it when you need it, forget about it when you don’t, the Wolf Fang 2.0 challenges the notion of how much it can achieve with its hyper-compact design. Replacing over a 100 pencils while also simultaneously vowing to last a lifetime, the Wolf Fang starts at a cool $32 and ships globally starting June 2025.

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I remember reviewing a tiny knife earlier this year and using the phrase ‘Napoleon of EDC’ to describe how compact-yet-ruthlessly-efficient it was. To be honest, it’s a phrase I’ve come to love and I wish I could use it all the time… but the problem is that there can only be one Napoleon. However, the NanoMax embodies a similar spirit, with its small form-factor. Barely the size of a key when closed, the NanoMax opens up to become quite the powerhouse, getting you through any scenario where a sharp blade comes in handy.

Compact yet impressively capable, the NanoMax by TiGo is designed to slip seamlessly into your everyday routine. Crafted with a strong GR5 titanium frame and a premium M390 steel blade, this mini folding knife measures a mere 6.9cm (2.7 inches) when closed and weighs just 53.5g. The result is a tool that’s as convenient to carry as a house key, yet robust enough to tackle demanding tasks whenever they arise.

Designer: TiGo

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Rather than merely shrinking down a standard knife, the NanoMax brings purposeful design to the EDC scene. Its sleek titanium handle, fortified with surface anti-slip grooves, ensures a confident grip in any condition, while the M390 blade maintains a razor-sharp edge through long stretches of frequent use. The combination isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about long-term durability, reliable cutting performance, and a consistently refined experience.

Two distinct deployment methods—an integrated back flipper and a thumb groove—allow for effortless one-handed opening. Meanwhile, a secure liner lock mechanism keeps the blade firmly in place once engaged, providing peace of mind whether you’re slicing open a package, paring down kindling, or performing detailed craftwork. A roller bearing system ensures each opening action feels smooth and satisfying, minimizing any hesitation when you need the blade most.

Once flipped open, you’re greeted with a curved-belly Wharncliffe blade that looks like it means business. Measuring 53mm (2.1 inches), the blade’s tiny, but goes above and beyond to get the job done. Made from M390, a martensitic chromium steel that’s incredibly tough, corrosion-resistant, and easy to sharpen, the blade complements the NanoMax’s titanium handle perfectly. It outshines other steels like D2 and Damascus with how well it retains edges, and that Wharncliffe blade profile (also known as sheepsfoot) handles everything from cutting to slicing, piercing, whittling, and scraping. It’ll just as easily slice through boxes as it will through your seatbelt, giving it the kind of versatility that’s somewhat uncommon in the tiny knife world.

In an emergency, the titanium frame can pair with a ferro rod to help spark a fire, making the NanoMax more than a mere cutting tool. Whether you’re slicing rope on a campsite or opening letters at the office, this knife transitions smoothly between urban and outdoor environments. Its slim profile ensures that it never feels cumbersome or out of place—just ready for action at a moment’s notice.

For added practicality, a built-in keychain hole and pocket clip give you flexible carry options. Attach it to your keys, clip it to your pocket or bag, or hang it as a pendant. The NanoMax’s Tritium slot (vial sold separately) even lets you add a subtle glow-in-the-dark element for easy spotting in low light, reinforcing that this knife is designed with real-world conditions in mind.

At under 2 ounces, and roughly the size of a key or a thumbdrive, the NanoMax really does live up to its name. It’s tiny, but not as a compromise because it definitely maxes out with the materials it uses. To be honest, the use of titanium and M390 are exactly what allow the NanoMax to be so tiny, giving you something that punches well above its weight.

The NanoMax comes in just a single colorway for now, with its nude titanium and steel finish that kind of does feel like a classic color palette, if you ask me. The rawness of this lack of color or anodization gets taken away by the fact that the knife comes with a fair bit of detailing, including straight lines, sharp angles, and the judicious use of curves and radii. Simple grooved patches give the knife grip, and those tritium slots let you customize the EDC, making it visible even in low-light.

Although TiGo doesn’t explicitly mention this anywhere, you can expect a knife like the NanoMax to last you decades without breaking a sweat. Titanium has the ability to withstand pretty much any form of physical abuse, while the M390 blade will do so too… but just in case its edge wears out after a few years, a quick sharpening session gets you back to the NanoMax being its deadly, compact self. Sort of like the tiny little warrior I referenced earlier.

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Imagine a toolbox that fits in your palm. Not a metaphor, but an actual toolbox of sorts. The Titanium Multifunctional Magnetic Screwdriver or the TI-MMS for short, is a marvel of compact multitool design that packs a surprising punch. Small enough to disappear in your pocket but packed with enough features to handle a range of everyday situations, it’s like a Swiss Army knife that’s been reimagined for the modern tinkerer. Crafted from Grade 5 titanium, this EDC is light, corrosion-proof, and tough enough to survive whatever you can throw at it—whether that’s a quick fix at home, an emergency situation, or a tactical escape.

Designer: Comandi

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About the size of a car keyfob, the TI-MMS packs as many as 7 different tools within its palm-sized design, starting with a multi-bit screwdriver. Inside its compact frame, you’ll find a set of 4 hex bits neatly stored with magnets. No more digging through a drawer or toolbox for the right bit—when you need a driver, the TI-MMS lets you mount those bits on top for a standard screwdriver experience. However, if you want to upgrade your drive, mount the bits on the side, within the TI-MMS’ ratchet mechanism that lets you apply some serious torque without feeling like you’re wrestling a stubborn screw. This side-mount option offers a more comfortable grip, especially for those longer jobs where your wrist usually starts protesting.

Beyond its screwdriver duties, the TI-MMS also handles everyday tasks like a breeze. Tucked into its sleek body is a multi-functional pry bar, perfect for prying open stuck lids or pulling out nails. Cutouts in the multitool’s side serve as a hex wrench, with slots that fit 4mm and 6mm nuts, making it handy for tightening bolts when a full toolbox isn’t an option. And for those moments when you need to slice through something—be it tape, a package, or whatever else life throws at you—there’s a foldable scalpel blade that takes replaceable 11# surgical blades. The best part? It’s TSA-compliant. Just pop the blade out before flying, and the tool remains travel-friendly.

While the scalpel blade is designed to also serve as a self-defense tool, the TI-MMS’ integrated window-breaker is perfect for tactical and emergency exits – a feature you hope you never need but are glad to have just in case. A ceramic bead is perched at the top of the tool, ready to smash through glass in an emergency. You never know when you might need to make a quick escape, and this little feature makes sure you’re covered, whether you’re dealing with an actual emergency or just one of those days when you accidentally lock yourself in (or even outside) the car.

In true multifunctional spirit, the TI-MMS also throws in a blunt saw edge (conveniently placed on the pry bar) for more stubborn cutting like thick branches. And for the night owls or outdoor adventurers, there’s an option to install tritium vials in six pre-cut slots, giving the tool a glow-in-the-dark effect that makes it easy to find in your bag or tent, even when the lights are long gone.

Grade-5 titanium was an inspired choice for this tool. Known for its durability and resistance to corrosion, the TI-MMS is built to last while staying remarkably light. At just 80 grams, it’s easy to carry around in your pocket or attached to a keychain, without feeling like it’s weighing you down. Details like brass gaskets and a well-designed integrated lock for your blades just add a chef’s kiss to the overall build. Although the folks at Comandi don’t explicitly say so, the multitool should last you decades without showing any signs of giving up. That’s where the replaceable scalpel blade comes in handy too, allowing you to switch old blades out for new ones so you spend less time sharpening your multitool’s blade and more time actually using it.

And while the TI-MMS covers almost everything you could need in a tool, there is one thing I personally miss: a bottle opener! After a long day of fixing, prying, and cutting, wouldn’t it be nice to crack open a cold one? The TI-MMS ships globally, starting at a discounted price of $69. This includes the compact 7-in-1 multitool itself, along with a detachable scalpel blade, and free worldwide shipping.

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Multitool meets a la carte dining – say hello to ZEN, an EDC multitool that lets you choose which tools you want to have on you. Unlike a Swiss Knife or any other multitool where you don’t really get to choose which tools get included, ZEN focuses on versatility and customization. It comes with an ’empty’ holder that lets you add the tools of your choice, giving you a Swiss Knife that feels truly DIY. Carry the tools you need, and swap them out at any time if you find yourself wanting a change. You shouldn’t be stuck with a multitool that is only 30% usable because you don’t use or need 70% of the tools included in the design… right?

Designer: Ant Design

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There’s a distinct appeal to ZEN’s a la carte approach. It gives you the freedom of being able to design your own EDC like you would a desktop. A lot like picking a motherboard, CPU, GPU, and storage based on your choice, ZEN lets you add the tools of your choice to its open framework. The design offers 7 tools to choose from, and you can either add all of them to the ZEN’s holder, or stick to just the basics and keep the tools you find yourself using the most often.

The 7 tools that come with the ZEN cater to a variety of needs and requirements. You’ve got a bottle-opener, a rope cutter (which also works as a flathead screwdriver), a wood/metal file, an awl or pry-tool, a jagged toothed saw, a drop-point knife, and a screwdriver that lets you load hex-bits of your choice into its design. There’s probably never a time when you’re going to need all these tools at once, so you can choose exactly the tools you may end up requiring and carry just them instead of having a bulky heavy EDC on you all the time.

In fact, the creators of ZEN have even more tools in the works that you can buy as add-ons and attach them to your multitool. Available as separate accessories, you’ve got a ruler, comb, diamond file, scalpel blade, scissor, fish hook, bicycle spoke wrench, can opener, or box cutter, with many more tools in the works. Attaching them is as easy as hooking them into the ZEN, where they secure firmly until you need to remove them. You can build your own multitool to serve a precise scenario or series of scenarios – a camping-specific multitool would have a rope-cutter, knife, and bottle opener, while a tinkerer would require the bike spokes, screwdriver, file, and pry tool. The possibilities are as endless as your needs and requirements.

Using the ZEN is just about as simple as a Swiss Knife. The tools fold open when you need them, and slide shut into their holder when they’re done. The tools sit inside the holder in a stacked fashion, and the topmost tool can be opened with a single hand, which means it’s best to have the drop-point knife or the rope-cutter at the top, letting you singlehandedly flip it open like you would any EDC.

The ZEN’s holder or outer shell comes in one standard size that fits multiple tools inside it, but offers 3 different materials to choose from. The most obvious (and budget-friendly) is stainless steel, but right after that is G10 fiber, which most EDC enthusiasts will love for its grippy tactile feel. You can also opt for a titanium holder, which makes your ZEN virtually indestructible, although the tools on the inside are all 440C high-carbon stainless steel.

The ZEN is entirely CNC machined, from the holder down to the tools themselves. The entire multitool measures 3.54 inches in length when closed, and comes with a sturdy yet lightweight design (the weight depends on how many tools you add to your ZEN). Finally, a pocket clip on the side lets you attach your custom multitool to the lining of your pocket for easy access. The ZEN DIY Multitool ships globally and starts at $49 for the stainless steel variant, while the G10 and Titanium versions start at $55 and $69 respectively.

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