Ultem, a popular knifemaking material for scales, finds its way to another EDC item. Plus, an affordable dive watch, rooftop ...

The knife’s overall length is 7.05 inches and it weighs 2.5 ounces. Where the controversy creeps in, then, is with the handle material. See, this Mini Freek marks Benchmade’s first use of Ultem, in a ...

you’ll find passionate debates over the use of this material in knife handles, with many comments focused on aesthetics.

It’s available in several different materials, including Micarta, titanium, carbon fiber, and even Ultem. While its makeup is noteworthy, its deployment and locking mechanism make it stand out. The ...