Tools for 2026 made their mark at SHOT Show, alongside a wave of revived classics and fresh designs. From screw turners to big choppers, the lineup showed muscle and utility, almost stealing the spotlight. Proof that innovation thrives across every scale of blade and tool.
10 Tools from SHOT Show for 2026
CRKT Provoke X
After 94 prototypes, the Provoke X finally roars to life. This morphing axe folds small, then snaps open with savage intent. SUJ2 steel bites hard, Ti Nitride armor shrugs off abuse, and the spike drives home authority. Stainless steel handles with GRN overlays grip tight, while the Deadbolt® lock keeps chaos contained.
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Pocket-sized power, field-ready fury, and pure mechanical thrill—this axe earns its name. What’s interesting is that some tools for 2026, like the ProvokeX, showcase the latest in folding axe technology.
MSRP: $349.99
KA-BAR Slabby
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There it was, the KA-BAR Slabby next to the Legend—Ethan Becker. The Slabby drops like a steel hammer. Full‑tang 1095 Cro‑Van stretches 12.13 inches overall with a 6.88‑inch blade. Black glass-filled scales clamp your grip, locking control when sweat or mud fight back.
By the way, the Slabby stands out among the new tools designed for 2026. At over a pound, it batons, chops, and smashes camp chores with brute confidence. KA‑BAR carved tradition into raw muscle, turning a slab of steel into a survival hammer.
MSRP: $250
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Condor-Roarlock Machete Multi-Functional Tool for 2026
If you think you’re a Godzilla fan, you haven’t met my friend Joe Flowers. The Roarlock blends Southeast Asian inspiration with modern grit. A 14.24‑inch 1075 high-carbon steel blade stretches to 20.33 inches overall. Etched Damascus finish adds character, while the convex grind drives smooth, reinforced cuts. Polypropylene handle locks grip, even when sweat or rain fight back.
With the Roarlock, Condor presents one of the boldest tools for 2026, merging classic and modern features. Spine jimping catches batons, and the choil invites precision. Compact, versatile, and field‑ready, this machete roars through brush and chores with controlled fury.
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MSRP: $79.98
CRKT ToGo Driver
Knife maintenance in a pocket. The ToGo Driver packs torque into a pocket-sized package. For fans of compact tools for 2026, this driver is a prime example of portability and engineering. Stainless steel construction maintains strength while keeping weight low. At 3.48 inches overall, it slips into tool rolls or glove boxes without fuss.
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The magnetic bit holder locks securely and swaps Phillips and flat-head bits in seconds. Includes T6, T8, T10, T15, T20 Torx bits, 3.5mm slot head and Philips head bits, and 1/4″ to 4mm bit adapter. CRKT built this driver for quick fixes, road trips, and field repairs when you need muscle fast.
MSRP: $38.99
OLFA Works Tool for 2006
Olfa Works is the outdoor arm of OLFA, the Japanese brand famous for inventing the snap‑off utility blade. They’ve taken that same precision and toughness into the backcountry, building compact knives, saws, and camp tools with rugged materials and practical designs.
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Among newer tools for 2026, it’s clear that OLFA’s approach to versatility and design stands out. The Bushcraft Saw and Utility Camp Knife carry that DNA—field‑ready gear shaped by decades of cutting innovation, now tuned for campers, bushcrafters, and explorers.
Olfa Works Bushcraft Saw
The Bushcraft Saw folds clean, rides light, and cuts hard. A 5‑inch stainless steel blade bites through branches with aggressive teeth. The olive‑drab handle locks grip, even when rain or sweat slicks your palms. At 11.26 inches overall and 7.20 inches closed, its compact design slips into packs, ready for camp chores or trail clearing. Olfa built this saw for bushcrafters who demand a sharp bite and easy carry in one tool, in line with other tools launching for 2026.
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MSRP: $39.99
Olfa Works Utility Camp Knife
The Utility Camp Knife slices through daily chores with precision. A replaceable 4‑inch stainless steel blade shrugs off abuse in camp, kitchen, or EDC land. The handle clamps tightly, providing control when grit or grease resists. Compact frame slips into pockets, tool rolls, or packs without fuss. Olfa designed this knife for campers who want rugged reliability in a simple, sharp package, similar to other innovative tools designed for 2026.
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MSRP: $29.99
EXPAT ESEE Knives El Deguello Hevy-lifting Tool
The El Deguello roars with South American heritage. A 12.75-inch 1075 carbon steel blade swings weight-forward, clearing brush and splitting wood with authority. When discussing heavy-duty tools for 2026, El Deguello is a top contender offering both muscle and tradition. Black Micarta scales lock grip, even when sweat and rain fight back. The stonewashed finish shrugs off punishment, while the canvas sheath rides ready.
EXPAT and ESEE built this machete for survivalists who demand muscle and history in one strike.
MSRP: $139
TOPS Knives Machete
Ed Caldorone returns to TOPS with a bold design. His El Pionero showed speed; this machete shows muscle. In fact, for anyone exploring new tools for 2026, the TOPS machete brings reliability and force. A carnicero‑style blade stretches 18 inches overall, forged from ⅛‑inch 1095 carbon steel. Tan or black Micarta scales lock grip, keeping control in the field or kitchen. Light in hand, it clears brush, chops, and processes meat with effortless authority.
Tools for 2026 Wrap Up
SHOT Show tools for 2026 added grit without stealing the show. From drivers to machetes, the lineup proved utility thrives across every scale. Next year, expect even more tools for 2026 to push boundaries!
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