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Pocket Knife Lock Types: The Best and the Brightest

While blade steel and handle materials are important aspects, the true heart of a pocket knife is the locking mechanism. There are a wide variety of locking mechanisms used by manufacturers, each with their own pros and cons. In this guide we take a closer look at the different lock types so you’ll know what to look for in your next purchase.

Kershaw Skyline: Popular & Deservedly So

Price: About $40
The Good: Nice size, lightweight, decent blade, great value for money
The Bad: Somewhat weak tip, ineffective thumb studs
Bottom Line: With limited money to spend the Skyline is a no-brainer

Benchmade 556-1: A Good Thing Made Better

Price: About $160
The Good: Same excellent design as before, first rate CPM-20CV steel, G-10 handle rocks, deep carry clip
The Bad: May experience minor production flaws
Bottom Line: Simply one of the best smaller EDC's you can buy, and it's sexy too

Kershaw Blur Review: Top Pedigree, One Flaw

Price: About $60
The Good: Sharp, looks great, Speedsafe opening is excellent, good value for money
The Bad: Questionable locking mechanism, awkward thumb stud, over tight pocket clip
Bottom Line: Not bad for the money but you can do better at this price

Olamic Cutlery

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Brand Summary Parent Company: Olamic Cutlery, Inc. Headquarters: Visalia, California Product Focus: Mid-tech, Collectors Target Markets: High End ($200-$400), Ultra High End (>$400) Production Facilities: […]

ESEE Knives

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Brand Summary Parent Company: Randall’s Adventure & Training Group Headquarters: Gallant, Alabama Product Focus: EDC, Outdoor, Survival Target Markets: Budget (<$75), Mid-Range ($75-$200) Production Facilities: […]

Grimsmo Knives

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Brand Summary Parent Company: Grimsmo Knives Inc Headquarters: Ontario, Canada Product Focus: Mid-tech, Small batch production Target Markets: Ultra High End ($400+) Production Facilities: Ontario, […]

Factor Bit Knife: Refreshing Weirdness

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation.It’s becoming harder and harder to stand out these days when you’re making titanium framelock flipper knives. They’re the midsize sport utility vehicles of the […]

Nitecore P20i: Focus on Tactical

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Key Specs: Nitecore P20i Length 5.61" Weight 4.0 oz Max Lumens 1800 Max Throw 343 meters Battery 4000mAh 21700 Cost About $90 Nitecore has […]

Olight Odin Turbo: Focus on Tactical

Matt DavidsonWe independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Key Specs: Olight Odin Turbo Length 6.1" Weight 8.8 oz Max Lumens 330 Max Throw 1050 meters Battery 5000mAh 21700 Cost About $250 No […]