scout knife

Folding pocket tool

A scout knife is a folding pocketknife associated with scouting organizations, typically featuring a main blade along with auxiliary tools like a can opener, screwdriver, or awl.

The design emphasizes portability and utility for camping and outdoor activities: He used his scout knife to whittle a tent stake.

Similar in concept to a Swiss Army knife but often simpler.

Related

badge · merit badge · troop · sheath · pocket clip · folding · handle · carving · wilderness · utility · jamboree · be prepared · survival · first aid · compass · rope · outdoors · hiking

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Opposites
size and power

scout knifemachete

Heavy broad-bladed knife

kukri · broadsword · cleaver · katana · butcher knife

purpose and design intent

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Military close-quarters blade

fighting knife · tactical knife · switchblade · stiletto · trench knife

Family

scout, knife, scouts, scouted, scouting, knives, knifed, knifing

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G