OTF Knives (Out the Front Knives)

OTF knives, Out the Front knives, or Switchblades. Whatever you prefer to call ‘em, we’ve got ‘em. While these knives are primarily used by and made for law enforcement, military personnel, and first responders, an OTF knife will make a great addition to any collection.

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Benchmade 4600DLC-1 Phaeton D/A OTF Automatic Knife FDE (3.45" Black DLC)
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Benchmade 4600DLC-1 Phaeton D/A OTF Automatic Knife FDE (3.45" Black DLC)

MSRP: $425.00
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Schrade Viper OTF Assisted Knife Black (3.375" Black Serr) SCHOTF8BS Discontinued

Schrade Viper OTF Assisted Knife Black (3.375" Black Serr) SCHOTF8BS

MSRP: $74.95
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Kershaw Livewire MagnaCut D/A OTF Knife Black (3.4" Stonewash Serr) 9000ST

Kershaw Livewire MagnaCut D/A OTF Knife Black (3.4" Stonewash Serr) 9000ST

MSRP: $379.95
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Microtech Dirac Delta OTF Automatic Knife Black Aluminum (3.8" Satin) 227-4

Microtech Dirac Delta OTF Automatic Knife Black Aluminum (3.8" Satin) 227-4

Our Price: $374.00
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Mantis Auto OTF Knife Dagger Black Aluminum (3.2" Satin Serr)

Mantis Auto OTF Knife Dagger Black Aluminum (3.2" Satin Serr)

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Daggerr Knives Koschei Double Action OTF Knife Blue Aluminum (3.5" Black)

Daggerr Knives Koschei Double Action OTF Knife Blue Aluminum (3.5" Black)

Our Price: $125.00
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11" Mago OTF Automatic Bayo Knife Wood/Black w/Clip (4.75" Satin)

11" Mago OTF Automatic Bayo Knife Wood/Black w/Clip (4.75" Satin)

MSRP: $129.99
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AKC F-20 D/A Dagger OTF Automatic Knife White Aluminum (3.6" Two Tone)

AKC F-20 D/A Dagger OTF Automatic Knife White Aluminum (3.6" Two Tone)

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9" Italian Stiletto OTF Automatic Knife Red/Silver Bayonet (4.9" Satin)

9" Italian Stiletto OTF Automatic Knife Red/Silver Bayonet (4.9" Satin)

MSRP: $89.95
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AKC X-treme EVO OTF Automatic Knife Blue (3.5" Black)

AKC X-treme EVO OTF Automatic Knife Blue (3.5" Black)

MSRP: $199.95
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AKC F-16 D/A Dagger OTF Automatic Knife Orange (3.3" Satin)

AKC F-16 D/A Dagger OTF Automatic Knife Orange (3.3" Satin)

MSRP: $79.95
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AKC F-16 Bayonet D/A OTF Automatic Knife Copper (3.3" Satin)

AKC F-16 Bayonet D/A OTF Automatic Knife Copper (3.3" Satin)

MSRP: $79.99
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AKC F-16 D/A Bayonet OTF Automatic Knife Green (3.3" Satin)

AKC F-16 D/A Bayonet OTF Automatic Knife Green (3.3" Satin)

MSRP: $79.95
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Microtech Ultratech S/E OTF Automatic Knife Blue CC (3.4" Black) 121-1BL

Microtech Ultratech S/E OTF Automatic Knife Blue CC (3.4" Black) 121-1BL

Our Price: $325.00
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Microtech Ultratech S/E Drop Point OTF Automatic Knife (3.4" Satin) 121-4

Microtech Ultratech S/E Drop Point OTF Automatic Knife (3.4" Satin) 121-4

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Kershaw Livewire MagnaCut D/A OTF Knife Black (3.4" Black Serr) 9000BLKST

Kershaw Livewire MagnaCut D/A OTF Knife Black (3.4" Black Serr) 9000BLKST

MSRP: $389.95
Our Price: $245.99
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Heretic Knives Hydra Tanto OTF Automatic Knife Bounty Hunter Green Al (3.6" DLC)

Heretic Knives Hydra Tanto OTF Automatic Knife Bounty Hunter Green Al (3.6" DLC)

Our Price: $518.00
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Guardian Tactical GTX-025 Blue OTF Automatic Knife (2.5" Dark Stonewash)

Guardian Tactical GTX-025 Blue OTF Automatic Knife (2.5" Dark Stonewash)

Our Price: $249.00
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Reate EXO Mini Dagger Gravity Knife Titanium/Burlap Micarta (2.6" BB/SW)

Reate EXO Mini Dagger Gravity Knife Titanium/Burlap Micarta (2.6" BB/SW)

Our Price: $272.00
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Microtech Troodon Mini D/E OTF Automatic Knife Red (1.9" Black Serr) 238-3RD

Microtech Troodon Mini D/E OTF Automatic Knife Red (1.9" Black Serr) 238-3RD

Our Price: $345.00
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Guardian Tactical Scout S/E OTF Automatic Knife Gray/CF (3.5" Two-Tone)

Guardian Tactical Scout S/E OTF Automatic Knife Gray/CF (3.5" Two-Tone)

Our Price: $395.00
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Mantis Auto OTF Knife Drop Point Black Aluminum (3.2" Satin)

Mantis Auto OTF Knife Drop Point Black Aluminum (3.2" Satin)

Our Price: $149.95
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Hogue Knives Counterstrike OTF Automatic Knife Black Al/G-10 (3.5" Black)

Hogue Knives Counterstrike OTF Automatic Knife Black Al/G-10 (3.5" Black)

MSRP: $329.95
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AKC X-treme EVO OTF Automatic Knife Black w/Clip (3.5" Satin)

AKC X-treme EVO OTF Automatic Knife Black w/Clip (3.5" Satin)

MSRP: $199.95
Our Price: $119.95
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About OTF Knives (Out the Front Knives)


Best OTF Knives

OTF Knives might be one of the most fun knife styles a person can add to their collection. In addition to being an essential tactical knife design, they also make an awesome fidget knife when your hands are getting restless. The snappy in-and-out action of a great OTF Knife can keep any knife nut entertained for hours on end. They also tend to offer a slim double-edge design, reliable and quick blade deployment, and the always important cool factor. Check out our Best OTF Knives article for some of the best out the front knives currently on the market or watch the Knife Banter video below to see some of our all-time favorite OTF Knives.

How To Choose An OTF Knife

With so many models and brands to choose from, finding the perfect OTF knife can be a daunting task. But don't worry, Blade HQ has got your back. Check out our How to Choose an OTF Knife article for all the "ins and outs" of shopping for your next out the front knife. Or browse our reviews on some of the most popular OTF models, including the Ultratech and Exocet from Microtech Knives. Microtech is one of the premier OTF knife makers out there; see some of our favorite MT models in the Knife Banter video below.

Final Say and the Law

There are many great companies producing OTFs. Some of the top dogs are Benchmade, Microtech, Protech, and Smith & Wesson’s tactical line. In the early 50’s, Hollywood often depicted these blades as the trademark weapons of rough or criminal-prone characters, creating a lot of negative associations with stiletto style switchblades and, by default, OTF knives. As a result, the United States began passing laws against switchblade knives. Know the laws in your area before you purchase.

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