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Best Pocket Knife

I was just thinking about what I look for in a knife and the first thing I look for is how is the handle designed. If it doesn't look like I can get a good firm grip that won't move even when it's slippery - I don't buy it. There's nothing like having your hand slip on a grip skinning a deer (or some other chore) and winding up with a nasty deep cut because the handle design didn't include protection against slipping. I also carry a 4" D2 pry bar for work a knife shouldn't have to do.
 
For folding knives, when I find one I like, I stick to it for a long time. Currently I've been carrying a Spyderco Military in Rex45 steel. Its a somewhat larger folding knife, but the Paramilitary is a smaller version that is nice.

That being said, when I'm not at work I almost always carry a small fixed blade, something with a 2-3 inch blade like a bird and trout pattern or a small hunter. I have many custom ones of those I really enjoy.
 
Ì don't carry this one but its my favorite out of a couple 100 knifes I have

My every day walk around knife is a standard little red Victorinox pocket knife or a little cheaper Kershaw that im not afraid to lose, these new non USA made Kershaw's are sh$t .
 

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Just Say Moe said:
I have found most of my pocket knife needs are scraping, prying, screws, peeling apples, etc. These needs are best served by a medium sized Swiss Army knife.
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I have to agree with this ideation. On my belt in pouches are three tools. For me if it goes into my pocket, I am bound to lose it, it a pouch not so. Gerber multi tool which has served me well since1997, Swiss pocketknife and a folding four-inch lock blade Gerber. Another consideration is sharpening, how is one to do it?
 
COLT 45 Wrote: " Another consideration is sharpening, how is one to do it? " I'll start a new thread if any interested??? I had to learn to sharpen my own knifes late in life. I lived near a famous knife maker who liked me. I'd visit with my dull ones & some beer. Don Putnam was my go-to sharpen & sheath guy. The Man was a joy to watch & just sit with & listen to. His work was FLAWLESS. Functional, Beautiful. More if you want to hear it. mikeinct
 
My EDC is a CRKT M21-02G
Cheapy but a goody for the 4 years I have carried it has proven to be very reliable and fast.
Now when I'm up the bush it's a different knife good old classic standby the buck 110 never leave home without it been using those for 30 years I have 2 of them. .
 
mikeinct said:
COLT 45 Wrote: " Another consideration is sharpening, how is one to do it? " I'll start a new thread if any interested??? I had to learn to sharpen my own knifes late in life. I lived near a famous knife maker who liked me. I'd visit with my dull ones & some beer. Don Putnam was my go-to sharpen & sheath guy. The Man was a joy to watch & just sit with & listen to. His work was FLAWLESS. Functional, Beautiful. More if you want to hear it. mikeinct
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A sharpening thread sounds like a good idea!
 
If you're looking for a reliable and high-quality folding or fixed-blade knife, a shieldon knives may be a good choice for you. Shieldon knives are well-regarded for their quality, durability, and attention to detail. However, as with any knife purchase, it's important to consider your personal preferences and needs before making a final decision.
 
Bill K said:
You can buy and pay for a high priced pocket knife. But for the average person and having a decent pocket knife, it is hard to beat the old Case, Old Timer or Buck brands. I have carried and like the Old timer Trapper model. Have had one in my pocket for at least 60 years.
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I have an older Schrade Old Time and like it very much. Was looking at them a while back and noticed they were made in China. Does anyone know how the China made knifes compare with the USA made ones?
 
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