Gear M.U.D.D. Folders now available from Hawk Knives Recoil Staff January 3, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Getting MUDDy “Multi-Utility-Dirt-Defiant” is that MUDD stands for. The new folding knife from Hawk Knife Designs features a sealed locking mechanism intended to eliminate failure caused by dirt or debris and an XHP blade. The frame is bead-blasted, titanium with carbon fiber overlays, a bead blasted clip and molded urethane seals. The knife is closed using the locking slide on the handle. The frames on the first batch are silver titanium, but Hawk Knives advises they will be working on anodized titanium frames soon. The anodized handles will have blue, bronze, gold or purple options and will retail for $525. Some history of Hawk Knives Hawk Knife Designs is a father-son team has been building blades for 20 years. Headquartered in Idaho, they began building knives for what they describe as a “…small local market of hunters and horsemen.” Now they have custom, midtech and factory designs available (including the “Vicious Circle” we featured in our holiday buyers guide). They've collaborated with such companies as Kershaw, Mantis, Chris Reeve, Camillus, Boker, Buck, CRKT, Millit and others. Follow them on Instagram, @hawkknives. If you have a couple minutes, watch this short film. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
