Best Metal Knives in 2026

Rhino V2 = UPGRADED BLADE STEEL: 154CM is a tried and true, field tested and a proven performance winner for many years with all the top knife companies. it has excellent ware & corrosion resistance, incredible edge retention, awesome toughness, high hardness and to cap it off, relatively easy to sharpen.

DLC BLACKWASH: We used DLC (Diamond Like Coating) with a tumbled blackwash finish which hides any wear & tear and creates a non-reflective steel surface, adds additional corrosion resistance and toughness to the big blade. The Rhino V2 comes sharp out of the box and ready for immediate hard-use.

FAST DEPLOYMENT: The Rhino V2 has a large flipper tab with jimping for your index finger to deploy the blade with authority every time. The action is silky smooth, the big blade will lock into place with zero blade play. The fidget factor is high even for a big knife like the Rhino V2.

MATERIALS: Laminated wood handle on stainless steel frame

SPECS: 7Cr17 stainless steel blade. 4.0 in. blade; 8.75 in. overall. 5.4 oz. weight

LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by the COAST Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

Max-lock mechanism

Blade-assist mechanism

3.625 in 7Cr17 stainless steel blade

WORKHORSE: Largest power source with up to 64 hour run time and removable non-rechargeable battery pack BRIGHT: 615 Lumens and 643' beam distance

LIFETIME WARRANTY: Backed by the COAST Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

PURE BEAM FOCUSING OPTIC: Shift between a super wide flood beam or spot mode with transition halo at varying distances and brightness.

Double lock: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand

E-Z Replace blade: Switch out dull blades quickly and easily. A small lever on the side of the blade housing disengages the lock on the razor blade and allows for quick blade replacement

Nylon handle: The knife's fiberglass filled nylon handle has a specially designed shaping to fit nicely in your hand with texture for grip and natural pulling motion with the knife

Max-lock mechanism

Blade-assist mechanism

3 in 7Cr17 stainless steel blade

DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

THREE POSITION KNIFE CLIP: Carry your knife how it suits you best. Use COAST’s Three Position Knife Clip to adjust the pocket clip to how wear the knife, with easy access to your dominant hand.

THUMB STUDS: Open the knife with a quick flick. Small studs mounted on each side of the knife blade allow for easy, one-handed opening.

BLADE ASSIST: From closed to open in a flash. Knives with COAST’s Blade Assist mechanism use a proprietary opening mechanism to release the knife blade faster, smoother, and more safely than other blade-assist systems on the market. Operating Blade Assist is as simple as gently push the studs on the side of the blade until it pops open. Only available on knives equipped with Max-Lock.

GLASS BREAKER AND SEAT BELT CUTTER: Smash your way out if you have to. When an emergency situation demands exit through a vehicle’s window, use the sharp point of the Glass Breaker, positioned on the tail end of the knife handle, to easily shatter auto glass. Get out in a hurry when it matters most. In case of an emergency in your vehicle, use the recessed blade of the Seat Belt Cutter to slash through seat belt material.

SPECS: Blade Material - 7Cr17 Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Nylon, Blade Length - 3.75", Length Closed - 5.43", Overall Length - 9.2", Weight - 6.3 oz

DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

ONE POSITION KNIFE CLIP: Secure your knife at hand’s reach. The COAST One Position Knife Clip makes it easy to keep your knife readily accessible while also tucked away in your pocket.

THUMB STUDS: Open the knife with a quick flick. Small studs mounted on each side of the knife blade allow for easy, one-handed opening.

SLEEK DESIGN: The slim silhouette made of all metal construction for everyday durability and precision in the hand.

FLIPPER TAB AND FRAME LOCK: Deploy the blade smoothly, using the hinge-positioned finger tab that releases the blade to the open position. Work safely with one hand—the knife’s frame functions as a locking mechanism and allows you to keep one hand free while opening and closing the knife.

DROP-POINT BLADE: A 3.5-inch blade constructed of 9Cr18Mov steel with a glass-bead finish.

4Cr14 stainless steel

Nylon micro-handle on stainless steel frame

Frame lock

LINER LOCK: Safe, single-handed blade control. Knives equipped with a Liner Lock use the knife’s interior stainless liner as a locking mechanism and allow you to keep one hand free while opening and closing the knife.

ONE POSITION KNIFE CLIP: Secure your knife at hand’s reach. The COAST One Position Knife Clip makes it easy to keep your knife readily accessible while also tucked away in your pocket.

THUMB STUDS: Open the knife with a quick flick. Small studs mounted on each side of the knife blade allow for easy, one-handed opening.

Our minimal edc knife is made up of only two parts and a disposable utility blade. The unique design doesn’t use any fasteners, which means no tools are needed to switch out the blade.

DESIGN: We designed the skeletonized frame like we would design an airframe, removing all unnecessary material to keep the knife compact and lightweight.

FEATURES: Single hand operation, tool-less blade change, versatile carry options; integral pocket clip and key ring hole, hidden edge-saver geometry; keeps blade sharp for longer.

EXCHANGE BLADE SYSTEM with THREE BLADE STYLES: Use the blade that meets the moment—mounting the razor-style utility blade for abrasive cuts, the drop point blade for skinning and general purpose, and the gut hook for field dressing.

SHEATH WITH BLADE HOLDER: Carry your knife and all its options—using the included sheath featuring a COAST-patented blade holder that keeps your cutting options near and secure.

LINER LOCK & DOUBLE LOCK: Work safely with single-handed blade control—the inside of the knife’s frame functions as a locking mechanism and allows you to keep one hand free while opening and closing the knife. Take twice the confidence in your blade by engaging the easy-operating Double Lock system as a back-up to the Liner Lock.

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DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

GLASS BREAKER: Smash your way out if you have to. When an emergency situation demands exit through a vehicle’s window, use the sharp point of the Glass Breaker, positioned on the tail end of the knife handle, to easily shatter auto glass.

THREE POSITION KNIFE CLIP: Carry your knife how it suits you best. Use COAST’s Three Position Knife Clip to adjust the pocket clip to how wear the knife, with easy access to your dominant hand.

7cr17 Stainless steel

3.75" blade

8.7" overall

DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

DEEP-CARRY POCKET CLIP: Secure your knife at hand’s reach. The COAST One Position Knife Clip makes it easy to keep your knife readily accessible while also tucked away in your pocket.

SPECS: Blade Material - 3Cr13 Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Nylon , Blade Length - 3.625 inches, Length Closed - 4.875 inches, and Overall Length - 8.5 inches

Model: TF300P Titanium Captain Pro Length Closed: 4.75” Blade Length: 2.8”, s.s. Weight: 5 oz. Spike Length: 3”” Both Open: 11” Serial Number: Yes 🐳 With BONUS Leather Lanyard Strap 🐳

Crafted from corrosion proof TITANIUM and the finest German Marine Stainless Steel. The Pro-grade German Marine stainless that we use is comparable to 440C for hardness and edge-holding properties with additional anti-oxidation elements added for the final crafting of our knives. All Titanium Models now include our “Pro Assist” Open Tab… a small lever that makes one handed opening in dangerous conditions even easier. This is the rigging tool for the seaman who demands the absolute finest avail

MYERCHIN has been providing quality rigging tools to working seamen and seawomen since 1984. Throughout the years, our company has concentrated on doing one thing in an exceptional manner, i.e., the production of some of the finest rigging tools in the world. Customers include the US Navy, US Coast Guard, US Army, merchant marines, and sailors around the world. Ask any sailor about MYERCHIN knives and you'll probably get the answer, "real working tools."

FULL-TANG: Power up your most serious cuts. COAST’s knifes with Full-tang blades get the job done fast—to make heavy cutting both easier and safer.

SHEATH INCLUDED: The F402 knife includes a durable belt sheath for easy storage and access on the waist.

SPECS: Blade Material - 9Cr18Mov Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Nylon, Blade Length - 4 inches, and Overall Length - 9 inches

7Cr17 stainless steel blade

G10 handle on stainless steel frame

3.5 in. blade; 8.25in. overall

OUTSTANDING QUALITY: This stainless-steel blade is built to last. The Coast Guard knife measures 4.75 Inches closed with a 3.5-inch blade. Features 3D metal Coast Guard emblem and the Coast Guard logo on the front of the blade and Semper Paratus, the Coast Guard motto, on the back. USCG on the pocket clip, all engraved with our precision laser engraving machines

BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING: Glass breaker and seatbelt cutter are built in to keep you and your family safe no matter where you are. This USCG knife is easy to keep in your pocket to use as a tool or as self-defense. Belt Clip makes it easier than other knifes for EDC to keep with you at all times

PERFECT GIFT FOR THE COASTIE IN YOUR LIFE: Whether your Coast Guard member is celebrating Father’s Day, Veterans Day, a birthday or Christmas you can guarantee a smile with this classic and practical Coast Guard gift for men or women

Stainless steel clip point blade with partial serration

Textured Zytel handle

Thumb stud for one-handed opening

DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

THREE-POSITION POCKET CLIP: Carry your knife how it suits you best. Use COAST’s Three Position Knife Clip to adjust the pocket clip to how wear the knife, with easy access to your dominant hand.

SPECS: Blade Material - 7Cr17 Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Stainless Steel, Blade Length - 3 inches, Length Closed - 4.5 inches, and Overall Length - 7.5 inches

Stainless steel drop point blade with partial serration

Cutout handle design

Liner lock

DOUBLE LOCK: One blade, twice the safety. During standard use, the Liner-Lock automatically engages and locks the blade open. But when you need to make more rugged cuts, push the Double Lock switch forward to block the Liner-Lock from possibly disengaging and allowing the blade to close on your hand. Adjust the safety detent-action (which controls how easily the knife closes) with the tension screw on the side of the knife.

THREE POSITION KNIFE CLIP: Carry your knife how it suits you best. Use COAST’s Three Position Knife Clip to adjust the pocket clip to how wear the knife, with easy access to your dominant hand.

SPECS: Blade Material - 7Cr17 Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Nylon, Blade Length - 3.5", Length Closed - 4.5", Overall Length - 8.125", Weight - 5.4 oz

7Cr17 stainless steel blade

Aluminum handle/frame

3.5 in. blade; 8.0 in. overall

LINER LOCK MECHANISM: Safe, single-handed blade control. Knives equipped with a Liner Lock use the knife’s interior stainless liner as a locking mechanism and allow you to keep one hand free while opening and closing the knife.

DEEP-CARRY POCKET CLIP: Secure your knife at hand’s reach. The COAST One Position Knife Clip makes it easy to keep your knife readily accessible while also tucked away in your pocket.

SPECS: Blade Material - 3Cr13 Stainless Steel, Handle Material - Nylon, Blade Length - 2. 6 inches, Length Closed - 3. 7 inches, and Overall Length - 6. 3 inches

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Damascus stainless steel drop point blade

Bead blasted stainless steel handle with Thuya wood inlay

Liner lock