pocket knife

Compact hinged cutter

A pocket knife is a small folding knife with one or more blades that collapse into the handle, designed to be carried in a pocket.

The compact size and protective fold make it safe for everyday carry.

Pocket knives range from simple single-blade utility tools to elaborate multi-tool versions with scissors, screwdrivers, and bottle openers: He always carried a pocket knife for odd jobs.

Related

locking blade · drop point · multitool · corkscrew · artisan crafted · sheath · serrated · survival gear · camping tool · flick · Victorinox · cut · clip · carve · snap · slice · hinge · bottle opener

Categories
Opposites
size and portability

pocket knifemachete

Heavy broad-bladed knife

broadsword · claymore · greatsword · longsword · sword

blade mechanism

pocket knifesheath knife

Blade with protective cover

dagger · combat knife · bayonet · fighting knife · trench knife

intended use and power

pocket knifemachete

Heavy broad-bladed knife

sword · battle axe · combat knife · tactical knife · survival knife

Family

pocketknife

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G