Pocket Knives

Once upon a time, your only choice for a pocket knife was a traditional folder like grandpa had. While there are countless manufacturers who still make traditional pocket knives, the industry is now dominated by an endless variety of modern folding pocket knives for everyday carry (EDC), camping, hunting, and general outdoor activities available in carbon steel and stainless steel blades. Shop over 20,000 of the very best manual folding knives below.

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Gerber Slimsada Frame Lock Knife Olive Micarta (3.45" Stonewash)

Gerber Slimsada Frame Lock Knife Olive Micarta (3.45" Stonewash)

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CJRB Pyrite Button Lock Knife Gray G-10 (3.1" Stonewash AR-RPM9)

CJRB Pyrite Button Lock Knife Gray G-10 (3.1" Stonewash AR-RPM9)

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Benchmade Redoubt AXIS Lock Knife Black Grivory (3.5" Black) 430BK-02
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Benchmade Redoubt AXIS Lock Knife Black Grivory (3.5" Black) 430BK-02

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MKM Voxnaes Isonzo Cleaver Knife Black Micarta (2.25" Black) on sale

MKM Voxnaes Isonzo Cleaver Knife Black Micarta (2.25" Black)

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Benchmade Auto Immunity AXIS Lock Knife FDE (2.5" Black) 2900BK-1
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Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight Knife FRN (3.375" Black Full Serr) C122SBBK on sale Discontinued

Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight Knife FRN (3.375" Black Full Serr) C122SBBK

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Zero Tolerance Sinkevich 0460Ti Flipper Knife Titanium (3.25" Stonewash) ZT on sale Discontinued

Zero Tolerance Sinkevich 0460Ti Flipper Knife Titanium (3.25" Stonewash) ZT

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Smith & Wesson Frame Lock Knife Stainless Steel (2.6" Bead Blast) 1084306 on sale

Smith & Wesson Frame Lock Knife Stainless Steel (2.6" Bead Blast) 1084306

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Reate EXO-K Gravity Karambit Button Lock Knife Green Aluminum (3.1" Stonewash)

Reate EXO-K Gravity Karambit Button Lock Knife Green Aluminum (3.1" Stonewash)

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QSP Penguin Liner Lock Knife Denim Jean Micarta (3.12" Satin D2)

QSP Penguin Liner Lock Knife Denim Jean Micarta (3.12" Satin D2)

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Bestech Knives Swordfish Button Lock Knife Purple/Black G-10 (3.875" Satin)

Bestech Knives Swordfish Button Lock Knife Purple/Black G-10 (3.875" Satin)

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CIVIVI Elementum II Button Lock Knife Carbon Fiber (2.96" Damascus) C18062PB-DS1

CIVIVI Elementum II Button Lock Knife Carbon Fiber (2.96" Damascus) C18062PB-DS1

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Spyderco Pochi Frame Lock Knife Titanium (1.56" Satin S45VN) on sale Discontinued

Spyderco Pochi Frame Lock Knife Titanium (1.56" Satin S45VN)

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Buck 110 Hunter Lockback Knife Green Canvas Micarta (3.75" Satin S45VN)

Buck 110 Hunter Lockback Knife Green Canvas Micarta (3.75" Satin S45VN)

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Gerber Backcountry Kit Pocket Knife + Machete + Fixed Blade + Hatchet Combo Set on sale

Gerber Backcountry Kit Pocket Knife + Machete + Fixed Blade + Hatchet Combo Set

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Reate EXO Mini Drop Point Gravity Knife Titanium/Black Ultem (2.6" BB/SW) BHQ

Reate EXO Mini Drop Point Gravity Knife Titanium/Black Ultem (2.6" BB/SW) BHQ

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Benchmade Freek 560-03 AXIS Lock Folding Knife Carbon Fiber Black (3.6" Satin)
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Benchmade Freek 560-03 AXIS Lock Folding Knife Carbon Fiber Black (3.6" Satin)

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Benchmade Osborne 9400 Automatic Knife Green Aluminum (3.4" Satin)
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Benchmade Osborne 9400 Automatic Knife Green Aluminum (3.4" Satin)

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CRKT Onion Slacker Liner Lock Field Strip Knife Aluminum (3.32" Satin) K350KXP on sale

CRKT Onion Slacker Liner Lock Field Strip Knife Aluminum (3.32" Satin) K350KXP

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Spyderco Manix 2 Knife Tactical G-10 (3.375" Black) C101GPBBK2

Spyderco Manix 2 Knife Tactical G-10 (3.375" Black) C101GPBBK2

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Microtech Standard Issue MSI Ram-Lok Knife Black Polymer (3.9" Apocalyptic Serr)

Microtech Standard Issue MSI Ram-Lok Knife Black Polymer (3.9" Apocalyptic Serr)

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Gerber Affinity Frame Lock Knife Aluminum (3.7" SS) 30-001867 on sale

Gerber Affinity Frame Lock Knife Aluminum (3.7" SS) 30-001867

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CRKT MinimalX Frame lock Knife SW Dark Gray Stainless Steel (2.19" Satin) 5915

CRKT MinimalX Frame lock Knife SW Dark Gray Stainless Steel (2.19" Satin) 5915

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Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Compression Lock Knife Blue (3" Satin SPY27)

Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Compression Lock Knife Blue (3" Satin SPY27)

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About Pocket Knives


A Bit About Folders

Benefits of a Pocket Knife:

  • Easy to keep on hand
  • Widest selection of fit and sizes
  • Widest selection of blade types
  • Feel like He-Man when someone asks, ‘Who has a knife?’

Quick History of Folders

Man has been carrying around some type of folding knife since the Iron Age—or since before they built Rome. It was not until the 1700’s, however, that pocket knives, or “pen knives,” became more prevalent in people’s day-to-day lives. While there are historical examples of almost every type of folding knife available today, this category of knife has really only exploded in the last 100-150 years.

In that short period of time, we went from non-locking pen knives to slipjoint (or traditional) knives to a wide array of locking blade knives to every type of opening system you could dream up. Folders have taken on a number of different nicknames as well: old timer knives, gentleman knives, tactical knives, and about 22+ categories of traditional knives. Despite their evolution, one thing about folding knives stays true: they are great and handy tools to have whenever a need arises.

Most Popular Opening Styles

Nail Nick Folding
Nail Nick
Used on many traditional and gentleman knives, the nick is a small indent in the blade, usually close to the spine, which is used so that one can pinch the blade and pull it open.

Nail Nick - Used on many traditional and gentleman knives, the nick is a small indent in the blade, usually close to the spine, which is used so that one can pinch the blade and pull it open.

Thumb Hole Opening
Thumb Hole
This style was pioneered by the Spyderco company. A round or oblong hole is drilled in the blade, close to the axis point, and is used as leverage to flick or push the blade open.

Thumb Hole - This style was pioneered by the Spyderco company. A round or oblong hole is drilled in the blade, close to the axis point, and is used as leverage to flick or push the blade open.

Flipper Opening
Flipper
A small bar extending from the back of the blade which is used as a lever to “flip” open the knife. Some knives now feature a flipper on the front, rather than the back of the blade.

Flipper - A small bar extending from the back of the blade which is used as a lever to “flip” open the knife. Some knives now feature a flipper on the front, rather than the back of the blade.

Thumb Stud Opening
Thumb Stud
A small knob or post on the side of the blade, close to the pivot point where the blade opens. Allows the blade to be flicked open.

Thumb Stud - A small knob or post on the side of the blade, close to the pivot point where the blade opens. Allows the blade to be flicked open.

Which Folding Knife Should I Buy?

Knives around $100 seem to be the sweet spot for most knife lovers that want a good quality knife that will last. Check out our video above that's chock-full of those knives.

Be sure to also check out our Best Folding Knives Guide to see reviews and find the best folder for your needs. Or watch this video and see the folding pocket knife in action with the knives employees at Blade HQ carry!

Final Say and the Law

There are a lot of options available to anyone looking to get a pocket knife. Whether you looking for something classy like a gentleman’s knife/traditional knife, or if you want something more tactical like an automatic folding knife, we have you covered. Because knife laws and types vary so widely, make sure that you check with your local laws—especially if you are going to purchase any sort of automatic/switchblade-style knife.

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