Drop Bear Utility | Black Micarta

I bought this knife because I needed something I could use at work (hospitality) that wouldn’t freak out the customers. I figured it’d look nice and be practical, but maybe feel a bit clumsy compared to a “proper” blade.

But bloody hell—this knife is an absolute ripper. Feels great in the hand, pocket weight is bang on (barely notice it’s there), and the action is smoother than anything I’ve owned. That axis-style lock is so satisfying—blade deploys like a smooth satin dream, with all the fidgety joy you could want. Blade’s perfectly centred, too.

The finger grooves and jimping on the spine make it super comfy to hold, and I’m genuinely pumped to see how it holds up over time—feels like it’s just begging to be used and used hard.

The little extras are such a win too—tweezers and a toothpick tucked in the handle! The tweezers are a touch fiddly to get out (could use a bit more of a lip for your nail), but nothing you don’t get used to quickly.

I bought the Ultem version too, which I also reviewed. It’s just as good, but I personally prefer the Ultem—something about the look and vibe of it just hits harder for me. That said, if this Black Micarta had been the only one I picked up, I’d still be stoked. It’s a beautiful, super well-made knife.

And as always—Adventure Carry are absolute legends. Great customer service, thoughtful gear selection, and just all-round solid humans.