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The Best Pocket Knife

Updated Dec 12, 2022
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The more you carry around a pocket knife, the more uses you’ll find for it. Everything from opening delivery boxes to fishing little objects out from between floorboards can be accomplished without having to search around for a specific tool. After researching pocket knives for over 60 hours and talking to two people who have reviewed at least 450 knives between them, we tested 28 knives—by slicing up 20 cardboard boxes and peeling 30 apples—and found that the Columbia River Knife and Tool Drifter is the best knife for most people to carry every day.

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker, an excellent sharpener

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker

An excellent sharpener
The compact and easy-to-use Tri-Angle Sharpmaker can bring a dull knife back to life in a matter of minutes.
Another good choice
CRKT Drifter, the best knife for everyday carry

CRKT Drifter

The best knife for everyday carry
The Drifter offers a compact size and a butter-smooth blade deployment. The grip area works with all hand sizes and remains comfortable even during tough cutting.
We recommend
Blue Ridge Knives ESEE Zancudo, a little larger and more heavy-duty

Blue Ridge Knives ESEE Zancudo

A little larger and more heavy-duty
The robust metal build of the Zancudo, combined with the excellent ergonomics, makes this the knife of choice for tougher work.
Another good choice
Sanrenmu 710, solid quality, very inexpensive

Sanrenmu 710

Solid quality, very inexpensive
The 710 has many of the same high-quality touches as our main pick, but the all-metal body can be slippery. Often available for under $15, it’s a steal.
Budget friendly
Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556, a luxury knife

Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556

A luxury knife
The Mini Griptilian has a steep price tag, but it’s better than the others by nearly every measure. The distinctive blade-locking system and movable pocket clip make this knife fully ambidextrous.
A better upgrade
Buck Knives 55, for a traditional style

Buck Knives 55

For a traditional style
The 55 has none of the modern convenience features of the other knives we tried, but it does have a timeless feel, a comfortable handle, and a durable build quality.
Another good choice

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