The 5 Most Impressive Kershaw and Zero Tolerance Knife Launches of 2026 (So Far)

These American EDC brands, under Japanese ownership, have consistently produced respectable blades and tools, including this year.

Created by Pete Kershaw out of Lake Oswego (near Portland), Oregon, Kershaw has been a consistent, prolific, beloved mainstay of the knifemaking world, especially in the realm of everyday carry. Similarly, its higher-end sibling brand, Zero Tolerance (founded in 2006), has also remained relevant and influential.

As they often share silhouettes and other elements of their knifemaking process, we've decided to collect their 2026 launches together in this guide, headlined by fan-favorites and heavy-hitters like the value-packed, affordable Kershaw Maneuver and the Blade Show award-winning ZT 0020 .

But that's merely the tip of the iceberg. See what both brands have had to offer just the first half of this year (so far) below:

The Best Kershaw and Zero Tolerance Knives of 2026 (Jan-Aug)

Kershaw Maneuver

Zero Tolerance 0020

Kershaw Celestion

Kershaw Bareknuckle DuraLock

Zero Tolerance 0117

About the Author: Sean Tirman is an associate editor at Gear Patrol who specializes in EDC, cannabis and outdoor gear.