The world is full of a wide variety of pocket knives of different sizes, different purposes and different types. We all know what an iconic and functional tool a pocket knife is to us. And of course the pocket knife’s popularity in increasing day by day. We use it for camping, protection, peeling fruits, and to open boxes, letters and packages. Besides, pocket knives are portable and can fit into right jeans pocket much more comfortably, providing both the ability to carry out repairs to almost anything. A strong and ergonomically designed pocket knife is therefore very ideal. Below you will find reviews of the top 10 best pocket knives in 2015, covering all their basic features and specifications as well as the reasons why they are the right tools for the job. Read on!
10. Buck/Tops CSAR-T
The CSAR-T is a full size folding knife produced in collaboration between TOPS Knives and Buck Knives. The knife displays the best features of these two companies, including a solid meticulous engineering. It comes fitted with a corrosive resistant finish to its carbon steel blades, and a hex opening for socket attachment. CSAR-T’s handle measures 5-1/4 inches and features a quality Nylon sheath while its pocket clip is reversible. The knife is perfectly designed to hold a sharp edge after prolonged use while the responder’s handle end features a seat belt cutter, and can be used as a GLASS
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breaker.9. CRKT M16
The 5.9 oz (167g) CRKT M16 pocket knife is a hefty utility knife featuring a 3.9-inch (98 mm) dual grind Tanto blade plus a full-size handle fitted with a butt pommel. CRKT M16 comes with unique design with its combination of patented Veff Serrated edge, a Razor-Sharp of Carson SF series features and an exclusive patented AutoLAWKS safety feature, which automatically turns the folder into a fixed blade when the blade is opened and locked. Its stainless steel blades and liners with friction grooves and titanium nitride coating for maximum protection against corrosion.
8. Benchmade
Benchmade knives are generally known for the quality of the materials that they use, their manufacturing processes as well as their patented mechanisms. In fact, Benchmade knives are modern high tech combat tools whose ergonomic design and ease of use make them are undoubtedly one of the best in the world. The knives can be quickly and easily opened and closed with a single hand. They are made of durable and strong materials such as S30V and 154 CM ultra-strong stainless steel for blades and G-10 for the handle make the Benchmade knives one of the top quality pocketknives in the market.
7. Cold Steel Recon 1
Cold Steel is a reputable manufacturing company known for raising the bar in the knife industry with its state-of-the-art Recon 1 tactical pocketknife. These nails are as tough as nails and cut like a chain saw. Their every facet is perfectly engineered making them strong, effective and durable. Their blades are made of a stainless material that has been vacuum-heat treated and sub-zero quenched to add to their strength and durability. They also feature artfully contoured G-10 laminate scales for a non-slip grip.
6. Kershaw Blur
Since it was founded in 1974, Kershaw has always aimed at manufacturing tools that enthusiastic knife users have always been proud of. The Blur is an award-winning knife made of very high quality and advanced technologies as well as standard materials. It is made of the SpeedSafe assisted opening where all you need is to press the thumb stud and rotate the blades out of the handle. Blur’s tactical appearance, the olive drab handle and the pocket clip all make this knife a must-have.
5. Ontario XM-2TS
The Ontario XM-2TS is a well-designed 4.62-inches (closed mode) tactical pocket-knife that is super-light, but features modern and advanced features including spear-point combo stainless steel blade and an aircraft-grade aluminum handle. this self-cleaning knife is robust enough to be able to handle virtually any task. It also comes with an integrated lanyard hole that allows you to strap it to a snowmobile, backpack, an airplane, a boat and still feel confident and secure.
4. Case Cutlery Black Trapper
Case Cutlery Black Trapper pocket-knife features a rough black trapper and a rough jigged synthetic handle as well as a Tru-sharp surgical steel Clip and Spey blades opening from the same side, making one of the best in the market. The Trapper’s ‘master’ clip-point blade is particularly useful for hunting and overall utility chores. The round-tipped secondary spray blade is much perfect for castrating animals and skinning game animals. The full-size knife also features jigged blue bone scales, nickel silver bolsters and a corrosion-resistant material.
3. Benchmade 275BKSN
This Benchmade 275BKSN pocket-knife comes with well-patented blades and are a preferred choice among knife users primarily because of their easier-to-sharpen blades. Their needle point that comes to a small sharp point makes this knife a utilitarian and unique tool. The knife is good for almost every task. The blades of the Benchmade 275BKSN are easier to control and are made of stainless steel. Their handles are made of a material, which is strong, durable and very light, making the tool a perfect on-the-go piece. Its opening and locking mechanisms are also extremely awesome.
2. SOG Aegis
SOG’s Aegis full-size knife is a comprehensive pocket-knife fully integrated with top-end features including a modified arc actuated piston locks for a wide range of knife configurations. It finishes its opening mechanism with a cool bang through its Surest Assisted technology. The knife’s handles are designed with the DigiGrip technology and tacky rubber inserts all of which make this tool a platform for today’s changing knife industry. The Arc-Lock is a perfect mechanism that allows you to lock your device ambidextrously and effortlessly. It is also designed to ensure that right-handers can still use their left hands to open it.
1. Spyderco Delica4
The quality, effectiveness and durability of Spyderco Delica4 pocket-knife has made it draw very many fans. Spyderco, based in Golden, Colorado, for years, has been the knife industry leader, producing some of the most popular products. The Delica4 comes with either a plain edge or a partially serrated combo edge, featuring seven different handle colors. The knife’s handle is made of the honorable VG-10 stainless steel, a super-rust resistant material that can easily be sharpened. The knife is nice for slicing and dicing virtually anything one can imagine, from fruits and vegetables to thick fruits and cardboard.
These ten knives are designed to help you perform a variety of tasks with little effort. They are available in local stores at affordable costs. So, next time you want to buy a quality and effective pocket-knife, do not forget to pick one from the list above.