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A place to discuss the collection of pocket knives by makers large or small, from the common to the custom. The pocket knife is a useful tool that has been with us for hundreds of years and it can be found in innumerable variations. If it can fold, fit in a pocket, and has a blade you can chat about it here.

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Recommendation for a EDC (slrpnk.net)

submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by [email protected] to c/pocketknife

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My partner asked me for a recommendation for a EDC because I own and care for my kitchen knives. But I know nothing about pocket knives, so I'm hoping you all can recommend something lest they walk out with a 8 inch chef's knive peeking from their pocket.

I had a look here, but I just got lost in all those choices.

It doesn't need to be super durable as I should be able to sharpen it for them, but it should be easy to handle. The purported usage is self defense, but I think it will mostly be used to do chore related tasks.

Any solid choices there?

EDIT: after the replies pushing back on using this type of tool for self defense, I've had a talk with my partner and went through the arguments here. They didn't take much convincing that it was a bad idea. Thank you all for pointing it out!

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[–] cetan 2 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (2 children)

What sort of budget do you have? $50 $200 $600? I tend to live in the budget world when it comes to pocket knives and would recommend something like the Civivi Elementum II which has great utility, is not aggressive looking, and provides a ton of value for the money.

It is very easy to get overwhelmed with choices. I would say pick something from a reputable reseller, with a decent return policy, and pick something that your partner likes the look of. If you have the budget, buy a couple different ones to get a feel for what is and is not good in-hand and in-pocket.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

I was aiming for something in the 60 to 100 euro range.

You're recommendation looks neat, it is around 90 euros at the website I linked.

[–] cetan 2 points 2 weeks ago

Good to hear. I like it so much I own 3 different variations of the Elementum. The shape and design of the blade makes it a great all-around utility knife. From your basic box opener and strap cutter to food prep (cleaning before and after, of course). The neutral design makes it a lot less intimidating to others if they ask to borrow it.