When someone utters the phrase “pocket knife,” it usually conjures images of a folding blade. Most of the time, that’d be the correct assumption. But a fixed blade can sometimes make for an ...

I’ve spent a lot of time around pocket knives over the years, testing blades from many brands you’ve probably heard of—and a few you might not. And while I’ve only scratched the surface of the knife ...

Editor’s Note: March 6, 2026: We added two new knives for this update: the full-size Benchmade Bugout 535—an ultralight knife of exceptional quality; and the CRKT Twist Tighe, an excellent choice for ...

My first “nice” pocket knife was a Kershaw Ken Onion Leek. After years of carrying a cheap, $1 Walmart folder for years, I loved the Leek’s all-metal construction and super-satisfying flipper action.