Liong Mah Design knives are the result of the brilliant designs of knife maker Liong Mah, and the excellent production skills of Reate Knives. Appealing knives that were made by one of the best knife manufacturers in the world. Liong Mah's style can be described as sleek and practical. Design and functionality are perfectly balanced.

Liong Mah Design

Liong Mah Design

Eutektik is the budget line from renowned designer Liong Mah, known for his refined designs and high-end material choices. His years of experience with premium pocket knives are clearly reflected in the thoughtful details of every Eutektik knife. These knives combine reliable steel, ergonomic shapes and smooth action into an affordable, dependable package. With their solid build quality and attractive price point, Eutektik knives are a logical choice for anyone looking for a practical, high-quality EDC knife.

Eutektik knives

The Eutektik EFD is a modern pocket knife that showcases Liong Mah’s craftsmanship and design philosophy. It delivers the full EDC experience: smooth action, excellent ergonomics, and high-end design. With its comfortable grip and solid feel, the Eutektik EFD is both a pleasure to use and a tool you can rely on. Ideal for everyday carry enthusiasts and fans of precision design.

Eutektik EFD

The Eutektik Binary is a sleek, modern folder that captures the craftsmanship and visual identity of Liong Mah in one stylish package. It delivers the full EDC experience: smooth action, excellent ergonomics, and high-end design. With its comfortable grip and solid feel, the Eutektik Binary is both a pleasure to use and a tool you can rely on. Ideal for everyday carry enthusiasts and fans of precision design.

Eutektik Binary

The Eutektik Trinity is a modern pocket knife that perfectly blends the craftsmanship and style of Liong Mah into one refined package. It delivers the full EDC experience: smooth action, excellent ergonomics, and high-end design. With its comfortable grip and solid feel, the Eutektik Trinity is both a pleasure to use and a tool you can rely on. Whether you’re a seasoned EDC enthusiast or simply appreciate smart design, the Trinity delivers pure quality.

Eutektik Trinity

Knives from the Sakai Takayuki Blue Super series have a very special blade, made from Aogami Super Blue steel. This steel is not very rare, many kitchen knives are made from this type of steel. However, the hardness of 65HRC is truly unique. The hardness of the steel allows Sakai Takayuki to sharpen these knives to an extremely thin edge, and the knives will retain their sharpness for a very long time.

Sakai Takayuki Blue Paper Super

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new brand to our range: [Eutektik](kato://category/eutektik). The name might not sound familiar just yet, but trust us – this one’s worth watching. Eutektik brings affordable pocket knives that feel anything but basic. Simple in shape, but thoughtfully designed in every detail. No surprise really, since Eutektik is the brainchild of renowned knife designer Liong Mah.

New: Eutektik pocket knives with high-end design at a great price

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First impressions: it cannot get any more compact than this for a light that derives its power from a 21700 battery! I am sure in the future we will be surprised by something even more impressive but for now the E35R is surprisingly small. The design is nicely balanced and enhanced with lines; the copper-coloured accents make the light look very fancy. The raised edges around the switch and the rubber cover for the USB-C charging port ensure that the E35R doesn't roll away on a flat surface. The eye-catcher of this light is the lens: the glass and the reflector look a bit like a funnel when you look into the lens. Thanks to these shapes the SST-70 LED light is located a little deeper in the light to make sure the beam reaches further and also produces a broad beam. Thanks to the solid clip you can easily attach the light to your gear or clothing. The flat back contains a strong magnet which makes handsfree work a lot easier. The light is also nice and solid and can therefore be used as a candle. The raised edge on the back has room for a lanyard. The light is enhanced with a 21700 battery with a high capacity of 5000 mAh which will last quite a long time. A solid spring absorbs blows and makes sure the battery stays in place. When you look at the E35R you immediately see that Fenix has been producing good products for a long time: the overall quality is very high.

Fenix E35R | Expert Review by Koen van der Jagt

## Difference in capacity of the 21700 and the 18650 batteries.

The main difference between the 21700 and the 18650 batteries is the size. Because the 21700 battery is a lot bigger than the 18650 it also has more capacity. The maximum capacity of an 18650 battery is namely around 3500 mAh, while the 21700 battery can produce up to 5000 mAh. More capacity, of course, means more burning hours. As such the 21700 is perfect for long-term use if you cannot charge your battery in between. Think, for instance, of a police officer who needs to handle traffic all night. Depending on the type of light you use, you need to pay attention to the brightness of your light to get through the night, when using an 18650 battery. This will be a lot easier with 21700 batteries.

## More room more power

In addition to the difference in capacity the larger size of the 21700 is also an advantage. Because it is larger there is more room to reinforce the cooling and power characteristics of the battery. 21700 batteries namely have a capacity of up to 1400 watts. The 18650 stops at 800 watts. The difference in capacity ensures that the devices that use a 21700 battery have more power. A flashlight with a 21700 battery will therefore burn longer and brighter than a flashlight with a 18650 battery.

18650 vs 21700 batteries

## How long does it take approximately for a battery to fully charge?


A battery with a capacity of 2000 mAh can deliver a current of 2000 mAh for 1 hour. This battery should be loaded in 2hrs, if you use a charging current of 1000mAh. The charging current will decrease if the battery is loaded approximately 80%. As a result, the charging process takes longer. You should also consider energy losses during charging (think for example heat development) in practice, the charging process takes about 50% longer then it would according to the math. A rule of thumb for the formula is: charging time in hours = (capacity in mAh/mA charging current) x 1, 5.


This is a fine indication for the charging time. Using a higher charging current may result in heat formation, which is more encumbering for the battery. This could, theoretically, reduce the life span of the cell. Our Eden 18650 batteries are of such high quality that they can be loaded without risk, using the 2000 mAh charging current in the XTAR SP2. If uou don't want to take any chances, use a charging current of 500 or 1000 mA.


If a battery is fully charged, the charger stops automatically. The charger keeps a close eye on the battery. It makes sure that the battery remains fully charged. So even after a long time, the battery always remains fully charged. Lithium-ion batteries, such as the 18650 batteries, can remain in the charger for a long time without any problems. They can also be partially charged. NiMH batteries (practical, well-known batteries, such as the AA, AAA, C and D) are hardly sensitive to the famous ' memory effect '. However, it is still advisable to use these batteries every now and then until they are empty.


## What is the USB output for?


The USB output of some Chargers can be used to charge, for example, a phone. Quite handy. It is well to bear in mind that the output current of 500 mA can be insufficient in many cases, like when you want to charge a tablet.


## What does the discharge function do?


As the name implies, a battery charger with discharge function discharges the battery. This is like hitting the 'reset button' on the battery. This reduces the amount of memory effect which some batteries have to deal with. With Lithium-ion batteries this memory effect does not exist. However, discharging of these batteries will cause the electronics which are in the batteries, to accurately know the charging condition. These electronics regulate the charging and discharging, so it is good if this is calibrated regularly. Batteries that seem to have ' passed away ' can sometimes be revived using the discharge function. But even if it helps, it is wise not to wait too long with replacing these batteries.


## Note with the XTAR chargers:


XTAR-chargers are suitable for more batteries than mentioned in the table above (These are stated in the description of the charger), but the 18650 battery is the only battery which we provide for our flashlights, that can be charged in these chargers.


## Which battery charger should I choose?


As with all products, we completely support our product range. All battery chargers are of high quality and do what they are supposed to do. The following steps will determine which charger is ideal for you:


* What batteries do I need to charge?
* How many batteries need to be charged in one charging cycle?
* Which charging currents must be available?
* Which extras are important (display, USB output, 12V adapter)?
* Price

Battery Charger Comparison

## Fenix BC21R specifications


The BC21R emits up to 880 lumens of neutral white light. By comparison: this is about the same as a quality lamp from the smaller middle class, such as the Fenix PD32-2016. Because you don't usually need 880 lumens on your bike on a daily basis, and your battery would run out quickly on this mode, you can also choose from three lower modes. It also features a flashing mode (which makes you more visible).


For the exact details, please refer to the [knivesandtools product description](kato://product/FEBC21R), where this is all explained nice and clearly. Another addition here: As standard, the BC21R comes with a battery that has a capacity of 2300 mAh.

Fenix BC21R: USB rechargeable bicycle light with a maximum light output of 880 lumens

The NPB4 is a hefty boy — mainly in terms of weight, because it is actually quite compact for a 20,000 mAh power bank. It fits nicely in the hand, but during longer use it's better to place it on the non-slip feet or carry it in the supplied holster, attached to your belt or shoulder strap. We can see some notable details: a "touch button" that allows you to check the battery status and two extendable hooks that you don't read anything about in the manual. In my opinion, an extra way to attach the NPB4. On the top is where we find what a power bank is all about: the connections. Of the four ports in total, you can use two as input and three as output, which means you can charge up to three devices at the same time. The ports are spaced far enough apart that the plugs don't get in each other's way. As far as build quality and finish are concerned, there's nothing to criticize about this product; this power bank feels solid, with no creaks or weak spots.

Nitecore NPB4  | Expert Review by Koen van der Jagt

Immediately after its release in 2016 the [Mora Garberg](kato://product/MO12642) had quite the impact. Budget brand Morakniv introduces a £100 knife? 'The nerve...', is what most bushcraft enthusiasts thought. At least: until the first enthusiasts got a hold of one. It was love at first sight!

To understand why the Garberg was such a remarkable step for the Swedish brand you need to know which tools actually put Mora on the map. It were budget knives such as the Mora Companion. A simple and decent knife, perfect for bushcraft and hunting purposes, which will cost you no more than 20 pounds. Many bushcraft enthusiasts started their first fire with this knife. And even people who spend hundreds of pounds on outdoor knives, often own one or multiple Mora Companions. This fact alone tells you more about how beloved those knives are.

## Morakniv Garberg

But Morakniv felt it could do better than the standard knives they had been producing for a while. It is exactly why the Garberg entered the stage. It took years before the final design was ready. Morakniv has done everything in their power to create the most durable Mora knife ever, perfect for those who only want to carry around one tool. Experts such as Dave Canterbury, known from the Discovery Channel, tested the Garberg in the field and gave feedback to make this knife even better. The product developers at Morakniv went to extremes and did everything in their power to make sure the Garberg was as good and strong as possible.

You need to be able to rely on an outdoor knife such as this. For that reason the construction of the Garberg is so great: no individual parts, no screws. Simply a steel blade with tang surrounded by a strong plastic handle. Different field tests have shown that the Garberg can handle quite a lot.

## Morakniv Garberg Dala Red

This year, we added a special version of the Garberg to our range. The distinctive red colour of the handle is an ode to the Morakniv Classic collection. The red handle was chosen to give the knives a slightly more luxurious look. Originally, Morakniv intended to make the handles from mahogany, but this would make it too expensive for a knife meant to be used. That's why they chose to stain the birch wood to give it its red colour.

Spotlight: Mora Garberg Multimount bushcraft knife

## Eden TDL25R Plus specs


Let’s start with the specs that are neatly listed on the website; I will discuss a couple that are key:


* Minimal light output: 1 lumen
* Maximum light output: 1000 lumens
* Beam distance: 340 meters
* LED light: Cree XP-L High Intensity
* Number of light modes: 5
* Additional light modes: beacon, firefly, flashing mode, SOS, stroboscope
* Thickness (body): 2.2 cm
* Thickness (head): 3.4 cm
* Length: 14.9 cm
* Weight: 137 cm
* Works with: 1x 18650 battery or 2x CR123A batteries


## Eden TDL25R Plus Unboxing


The box the Eden TDL25R Plus comes in doesn’t stand out, neither do the contents. We see the light (including the 3400 mAh battery) and a charging cable. That’s it, but, fair is fair, you don’t need a whole lot more to get started. Perhaps a quick-guide would have been useful because you need to download the manual from the product page. On the website you will find different accessories, amongst which a solid sheath and a practical spiral cord. Good to know: most parts are individually sold to make sure you can easily expand the Eden TDL25R Plus with a charging cable and/or battery. In conclusion: austere, but enough.

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