What is a pocket knife?

A pocket knife is simply a knife with a blade that folds out or “opens” from the handle, where it is housed when not in use. The idea being that it will easily fit in the pocket for everyday carry. Generally, a pocket knife is either assisted opening or manual opening.

What is an assisted opening knife?

These knives are opened by the user employing either the “flipper”, which is a lever on the back spine of the knife or a “thumb stud”, which is a small stud on the blade. This action starts the deployment of the blade and a mechanism like a spring or ball-bearing finishes opening the blade and then it locks into place.

What is a trapper pocket knife?

This is a style of manual opening pocket knife that has two blades, which fold out from the handle. Traditionally, there is a spey blade and a clip blade, each having a nail nick so that they can be deployed with just an upward pull on the blade.

What is an OTF knife?

When you see a knife listed as an OTF, it stands for “out-the-front” and means that it is a knife with a blade that extends straight from the handle. An OTF pocket knife can be opened with a manual slide, with assisted opening, with an automatic mechanism or by using gravity.

How do I choose a pocket knife?

A good, quality folding pocket knife should be a tool that you can take for granted because it will be able to perform whenever and wherever you need it. Choose one that will perform the specific tasks that come up for you in your everyday life. For example, if you’re in emergency services, a rescue knife with an integrated seatbelt cutter and glass breaker would be perfect for you.

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Timber Wolf Mosaic Damascus Stiletto Pocket Knife

Timber Wolf Mosaic Damascus Stiletto Pocket Knife

$62.99

The beauty of Masonic symbols captured perfectly on a pocket knife, this limited edition Kissing Crane stiletto is a must-have

The handle scales are crafted of blue bone with the Mason emblem, black jigged bone and panels of red and yellow acrylic

The knife has a razor-sharp, 4” stainless steel blade with laser-etched Masonic artwork and a mirror-polished finish

Kissing Crane Mason Stiletto Knife

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Freedom Strike OTF

$32.99

Timber Rattler Scarab Back Giant Lockback Pocket Knife - 8" Stainless Steel Blade, Genuine Pakkawood Scales - 17 3/4" Length

Timber Rattler Scarab Back Giant Pocket Knife

$26.99

Smith & Wesson Black Ops Tanto Assisted Opening Pocket Knife

Smith & Wesson Black Ops Tanto Knife

$46.99

A savage blend of style and function, this is the EDC you’ve been looking for to get the job done wherever you take it

The handle scales are black G10 with deep ridges to give you a secure, slip-free grip and the handle has a lanyard hole

The cutting edge pocket knife is 4 7/8” when closed, and has a spring hardened, bead-blasted stainless steel pocket clip

It has a 3 7/8” D2 tool steel blade with thumb notches and it can be opened smoothly with a ball bearing mechanism

Honshu Sekyuriti Razor Pocket Knife

$66.99

A Benchmade combat legend receives significant ergonomic and performance upgrades, making it EDC and tactical ready

The black, anodized 6061-T6 billet aluminum handle houses Benchmade’s AXIS lock mechanism with its integrated safety

It has a deep-carry, reversible pocket clip and the handle also features a lanyard hole for another option of carry

Benchmade Presidio II Auto Knife

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The Kissing Crane 2022 Halloween Trapper Knife has Halloween-themed artwork

The pocket knife has laser-etched stainless steel blades

The blades have a nail nick for easy opening

The handles are crafted of bone and resin

Kissing Crane 2022 Halloween Trapper Knife

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Viper-Tec Ghost Series Blue Double Edge OTF Knife

$89.99

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Kissing Crane Genuine Pearl Trapper Pocket Knife

Kissing Crane Genuine Pearl Trapper Pocket Knife

$45.99

The Honshu Sumorusodo Pocket Knife in its open and closed position

Honshu Sumorusodo Pocket Knife

$46.99

Mini Ghost Series Black Double Edge OTF Knife - Stainless Steel Blade, Metal Alloy Handle, Pocket Clip - Length 7”

Viper-Tec Mini Ghost Series Black Double Edge OTF Knife

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POCKET KNIVES FAQS

What is a pocket knife?
A pocket knife is simply a knife with a blade that folds out or “opens” from the handle, where it is housed when not in use. The idea being that it will easily fit in the pocket for everyday carry. Generally, a pocket knife is either assisted opening or manual opening.
What is an assisted opening knife?
These knives are opened by the user employing either the “flipper”, which is a lever on the back spine of the knife or a “thumb stud”, which is a small stud on the blade. This action starts the deployment of the blade and a mechanism like a spring or ball-bearing finishes opening the blade and then it locks into place.
What is a trapper pocket knife?
This is a style of manual opening pocket knife that has two blades, which fold out from the handle. Traditionally, there is a spey blade and a clip blade, each having a nail nick so that they can be deployed with just an upward pull on the blade.
What is an OTF knife?
When you see a knife listed as an OTF, it stands for “out-the-front” and means that it is a knife with a blade that extends straight from the handle. An OTF pocket knife can be opened with a manual slide, with assisted opening, with an automatic mechanism or by using gravity.
How do I choose a pocket knife?
A good, quality folding pocket knife should be a tool that you can take for granted because it will be able to perform whenever and wherever you need it. Choose one that will perform the specific tasks that come up for you in your everyday life. For example, if you’re in emergency services, a rescue knife with an integrated seatbelt cutter and glass breaker would be perfect for you.