Kathmandu Multi-tool Pocket Knife

Kathmandu is a renowned outdoor brand that originated in New Zealand in 1987. Founded in Christchurch by Jan Cameron and John Robertson, the company quickly became a market leader in the Australasian region for travel and adventure gear. The brand is well-known for its wide range of apparel and equipment designed for hiking, camping, and outdoor exploration.

While the brand was founded and is still headquartered in New Zealand, the majority of its hardgoods, such as this multi-tool pocket knife, are manufactured in China. This is consistent with global outdoor industry standards for hardware production. In 2019, Kathmandu acquired the surf brand Rip Curl and reorganized its corporate structure.

Today, the brand is owned by KMD Brands Limited (formerly Kathmandu Holdings Limited), which is a dual-listed company on both the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX) and the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). KMD Brands operates as a global outdoor, lifestyle, and sports company, managing a portfolio of brands that also includes Rip Curl and Oboz Footwear.