aroundsquare Drops the Base Knife in a Tried and True Drop Point

We’ve always been fans of aroundsquare and their unique collection of wearables, manipulatives, and skill toys, and with the original tanto release of The Base being one of our favorite and most-carried knives in 2024, we had to check out its refreshed drop point follow up. In case you missed it the first time, The Base is super compact—about the size of a pack of gum—but precision-crafted with premium materials like CPM S35VN steel for the blade and a grade 5 titanium handle with a frame lock. You can choose between two blade styles: a rugged modified tanto for strength and piercing, or the new sleeker and slimmer drop point that’s built to slice and great for precise cuts.

Designed to feel natural in hand, it’s easy to open with smooth dual thumb studs, whether you’re a lefty or righty, while the solid frame lock offers satisfying security. The Base skips the flashy, over-the-top tactical look and goes for clean, understated geometry, something you can toss in your pocket or even leave on your desk without it raising eyebrows. It’s minimal, versatile, and just feels solid in every way, built as a tool to be used, but with an undeniable fun fidget factor like the rest of aroundsquare’s creations. The Base is available now in both blade styles with or without a clip, and if you want to explore the fun in its form factor even further, check out the Nowhere Plank as well.